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WA Rev Code § 29A.08.140 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.140 - Voter registration deadlines.

RCW 29A.08.140 Voter registration deadlines.(1) In order to vote in any primary, special election, or general election, a person who is not registered to vote in Washington must:(a) Submit a registration application that is received by an election official no later than eight days before the day of the primary, special election, or general election. For purposes of this subsection (1)(a), "received" means: (i) Being physically received by an election official by the close of business of the required deadline; or (ii) for applications received online or electronically, by midnight, of the required deadline; or(b) Register in person at a county auditor's office, the division of elections if in a separate city from the county auditor's office, a voting center, a student engagement hub, or other location designated by the county auditor no later than 8:00 p.m. on the day of the primary, special election, or general election.(2)(a) In order to change a residence address for voting in any primary, special election, or general election, a person who is already registered to vote in Washington may update his or her registration by:(i) Submitting an address change using a registration application or making notification via any non-in-person method that is received by election officials no later than eight days before the day of the primary, special election, or general election; or(ii) Appearing in person, at a county auditor's office, the division of elections if in a separate city from the county auditor's office, a voting center, or other location designated by the county auditor, no later than 8:00 p.m. on the day of the primary, special election, or general election to be in effect for that primary, special election, or general election.(b) A registered voter who fails to update his or her residential address by this deadline may vote according to his or her previous registration address.(3) To register or update a voting address in person at a county auditor's office, a voting center, or other location designated by the county auditor, a person must appear in person at a county auditor's office, a voting center, or other location designated by the county auditor at a time when the facility is open and complete the voter registration application by providing the information required by RCW 29A.08.010.[ 2020 c 208 § 22; 2019 c 391 § 4; 2018 c 112 § 1; 2011 c 10 § 15; 2009 c 369 § 15; 2006 c 97 § 1; 2004 c 267 § 112; 2003 c 111 § 212. Prior: 1993 c 383 § 2; 1980 c 3 § 4; 1974 ex.s. c 127 § 4; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 20; 1965 c 9 § 29.07.160; prior: 1947 c 68 § 2; 1933 c 1 § 9; Rem. Supp. 1947 § 5114-9. Formerly RCW 29.07.160.]NOTES:Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.Effective date—2018 c 112 §§ 1-4: "Sections 1 through 4 of this act take effect June 30, 2019." [ 2018 c 112 § 6.]Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.150 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.150 - Expense of registration.

RCW 29A.08.150 Expense of registration.The expense of registration in all rural precincts must be paid by the county. The expense of registration in all precincts lying wholly within a city or town must be paid by the city or town. Registration expenses for this section include both active and inactive voters.[ 2003 c 111 § 214; 1965 c 9 § 29.07.030. Prior: 1939 c 82 § 1, part; 1933 c 1 § 4, part; RRS § 5114-4, part; prior: 1891 c 104 § 4; RRS § 5119. Formerly RCW 29.07.030.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.161 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.161 - No link between voter and ballot choice—Exception.

RCW 29A.08.161 No link between voter and ballot choice—Exception.No record may be created or maintained by a state or local governmental agency or a political organization that identifies a voter with the information marked on the voter's ballot, except the declarations made under RCW 29A.56.050(2).[ 2019 c 7 § 6; 2004 c 271 § 107.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.166 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.166 - Party affiliation not required.

RCW 29A.08.166 Party affiliation not required.Under no circumstances may an individual be required to affiliate with, join, adhere to, express faith in, or declare a preference for, a political party or organization upon registering to vote.[ 2004 c 271 § 108.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.172 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.172 - Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application by mail.

RCW 29A.08.172 Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application by mail. (Effective until January 1, 2022.)(1) A person who has attained sixteen years of age may sign up to register to vote, as part of the future voter program, by submitting a voter registration application by mail.(2) The applicant must attest to the truth of the information provided on the application by affirmatively accepting the information as true.(3) If signing up to register by mail, the person must provide a signature for voter registration purposes.(4) The applicant must affirmatively acknowledge that he or she will not vote until his or her eighteenth birthday.[ 2018 c 109 § 6.]NOTES:Findings—Intent—Effective date—2018 c 109: See notes following RCW 29A.08.170.RCW 29A.08.172Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application by mail. (Effective January 1, 2022.)(1) A person who has attained sixteen years of age may sign up to register to vote, as part of the future voter program, by submitting a voter registration application by mail.(2) The applicant must attest to the truth of the information provided on the application by affirmatively accepting the information as true.(3) If signing up to register by mail, the person must provide a signature for voter registration purposes.(4) The applicant must affirmatively acknowledge that he or she will not vote in a special or general election until his or her eighteenth birthday.[ 2020 c 208 § 16; 2018 c 109 § 6.]NOTES:Effective date—2020 c 208 §§ 3, 5, 6, and 13-17: See note following RCW 29A.08.210.Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.Findings—Intent—Effective date—2018 c 109: See notes following RCW 29A.08.170.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.174 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.174 - Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application electronically.

RCW 29A.08.174 Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application electronically. (Effective until January 1, 2022.)(1) A person who has attained sixteen years of age and has a valid Washington state driver's license or identicard may sign up to register to vote as part of the future voter program, by submitting a voter registration application electronically on the secretary of state's website.(2) The applicant must attest to the truth of the information provided on the application by affirmatively accepting the information as true.(3) If signing up to register electronically, the applicant must affirmatively assent to the use of his or her driver's license or identicard signature for voter registration purposes.(4) The applicant must affirmatively acknowledge that he or she will not vote until his or her eighteenth birthday.(5) For each electronic registration application, the secretary of state must obtain a digital copy of the applicant's driver's license or identicard signature from the department of licensing.(6) The secretary of state may employ additional security measures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of voter preregistration applications submitted electronically.[ 2018 c 109 § 14.]NOTES:Findings—Intent—Effective date—2018 c 109: See notes following RCW 29A.08.170.RCW 29A.08.174Registration at age sixteen and seventeen—Application electronically. (Effective January 1, 2022.)(1) A person who has attained sixteen years of age and has a valid Washington state driver's license or identicard may sign up to register to vote as part of the future voter program, by submitting a voter registration application electronically on the secretary of state's website.(2) The applicant must attest to the truth of the information provided on the application by affirmatively accepting the information as true.(3) If signing up to register electronically, the applicant must affirmatively assent to the use of his or her driver's license or identicard signature for voter registration purposes.(4) The applicant must affirmatively acknowledge that he or she will not vote in a special or general election until his or her eighteenth birthday, and will only vote in a primary election or presidential primary election if he or she will be eighteen years of age by the general election.(5) For each electronic registration application, the secretary of state must obtain a digital copy of the applicant's driver's license or identicard signature from the department of licensing.(6) The secretary of state may employ additional security measures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of voter preregistration applications submitted electronically.[ 2020 c 208 § 17; 2018 c 109 § 14.]NOTES:Effective date—2020 c 208 §§ 3, 5, 6, and 13-17: See note following RCW 29A.08.210.Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.Findings—Intent—Effective date—2018 c 109: See notes following RCW 29A.08.170.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.220 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.220 - Application—Format.

RCW 29A.08.220 Application—Format.(1) The secretary of state shall specify by rule the format of all voter registration applications. These applications shall be compatible with existing voter registration records. An applicant for voter registration shall be required to complete only one application and to provide the required information other than his or her signature no more than one time. These applications shall also contain information for the voter to update his or her registration.(2) Any application format specified by the secretary for use in registering to vote in state and local elections shall satisfy the requirements of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (P.L. 103-31) and the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-252) for registering to vote in federal elections.[ 2013 c 11 § 13; 2004 c 267 § 115; 2003 c 111 § 217. Prior: 1994 c 57 § 18; 1990 c 143 § 9; 1973 1st ex.s. c 21 § 7; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 18; 1965 c 9 § 29.07.140; prior: (i) 1933 c 1 § 30; RRS § 5114-30. (ii) 1933 c 1 § 13, part; RRS § 5114-13, part. Formerly RCW 29.07.140.]NOTES:Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.Severability—1994 c 57: See note following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.230 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.230 - Oath of applicant.

RCW 29A.08.230 Oath of applicant. (Effective until January 1, 2022.)For all voter registrations, the registrant shall sign the following oath:"I declare that the facts on this voter registration form are true. I am a citizen of the United States, I will have lived at this address in Washington for at least thirty days immediately before the next election at which I vote, I am at least sixteen years old, I am not disqualified from voting due to a court order, and I am not under department of corrections supervision for a Washington felony conviction."[ 2020 c 208 § 4; 2013 c 11 § 14; 2009 c 369 § 17; 2003 c 111 § 218; 1994 c 57 § 12; 1990 c 143 § 8; 1973 1st ex.s. c 21 § 4; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 10; 1965 c 9 § 29.07.080. Prior: 1933 c 1 § 12; RRS § 5114-12. Formerly RCW 29.07.080.]NOTES:Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.Effective date—1990 c 143 §§ 1-8: See note following RCW 29A.08.340.Civil rightsloss of: State Constitution Art. 6 § 3, RCW 29A.08.520.restoration of: RCW 9.92.066, 9.94A.637, 9.94A.885, 9.95.260, chapter 9.96 RCW.RCW 29A.08.230Oath of applicant. (Effective January 1, 2022.)For all voter registrations, the registrant shall sign the following oath:"I declare that the facts on this voter registration form are true. I am a citizen of the United States, I will have lived at this address in Washington for at least thirty days immediately before the next election at which I vote, and I am at least sixteen years old. I am not disqualified from voting due to a court order, and I am not currently serving a sentence of total confinement under the jurisdiction of the department of corrections for a Washington felony conviction, and I am not currently incarcerated for a federal or out-of-state felony conviction."[ 2021 c 10 § 2; 2020 c 208 § 4; 2013 c 11 § 14; 2009 c 369 § 17; 2003 c 111 § 218; 1994 c 57 § 12; 1990 c 143 § 8; 1973 1st ex.s. c 21 § 4; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 10; 1965 c 9 § 29.07.080. Prior: 1933 c 1 § 12; RRS § 5114-12. Formerly RCW 29.07.080.]NOTES:Effective date—2021 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.08.520.Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.Effective date—1990 c 143 §§ 1-8: See note following RCW 29A.08.340.Civil rightsloss of: State Constitution Art. 6 § 3, RCW 29A.08.520.restoration of: RCW 9.92.066, 9.94A.637, 9.94A.885, 9.95.260, chapter 9.96 RCW.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.260 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.260 - Production, supply, and distribution.

RCW 29A.08.260 Production, supply, and distribution.(1) All registration applications required under RCW 29A.08.210 and 29A.08.340 shall be produced and furnished by the secretary of state to the county auditors and the department of licensing.(2) The county auditor shall distribute forms by which a person may register to vote by mail and transfer any previous registration in this state. The county auditor shall keep a supply of voter registration forms in his or her office at all times for political parties and others interested in assisting in voter registration, and shall make every effort to make these forms generally available to the public. The county auditor shall provide voter registration forms to city and town clerks, state offices, schools, fire stations, public libraries, and any other locations considered appropriate by the auditor or secretary of state for extending registration opportunities to all areas of the county. After the initial distribution of voter registration forms to a given location, a representative designated by the official in charge of that location shall notify the county auditor of the need for additional voter registration supplies.[ 2013 c 11 § 15; 2009 c 369 § 18; 2004 c 267 § 118; 2003 c 111 § 221. Prior: 1993 c 434 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.08.040.]NOTES:Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.270 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.270 - Information in foreign languages.

RCW 29A.08.270 Information in foreign languages.In order to encourage the broadest possible voting participation by all eligible citizens, the secretary of state shall produce voter registration information in the foreign languages required of state agencies.[ 2003 c 111 § 139; 2001 c 41 § 3. Formerly RCW 29A.04.240, 29.04.085.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.310 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.310 - Voter registration in state offices, facilities, colleges.

RCW 29A.08.310 Voter registration in state offices, facilities, colleges.(1) The governor, in consultation with the secretary of state, shall designate agencies to provide voter registration services in compliance with federal statutes.(2) A federally recognized tribe may request that the governor designate one or more state facilities or state-funded facilities or programs that are located on the lands of the requesting Indian tribe or that are substantially engaged in providing services to Indian tribes, as selected by the tribe, to provide voter registration services. This provision does not alter the state's obligations under the national voter registration act.(3) Each state agency designated shall provide voter registration services for employees and the public within each office of that agency.(4) The secretary of state shall design and provide a standard notice informing the public of the availability of voter registration, which notice shall be posted in each state agency where such services are available.(5) Each institution of higher education shall put in place an active prompt on its course registration website, or similar website that students actively and regularly use, that, if selected, will link the student to the secretary of state's voter registration website. The prompt must ask the student if he or she wishes to register to vote.[ 2019 c 6 § 4; 2009 c 369 § 19; 2003 c 111 § 222; 2002 c 185 § 3; 1994 c 57 § 10; 1984 c 211 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.07.025.]NOTES:Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.Intent—1984 c 211: "It is the intention of the legislature, in order to encourage the broadest possible participation in the electoral process by the citizens of the state of Washington, to make voter registration services available in state offices which have significant contact with the public." [ 1984 c 211 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.320 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.320 - Registration or transfer at designated agencies—Form and application.

RCW 29A.08.320 Registration or transfer at designated agencies—Form and application.(1) A person may register to vote or transfer a voter registration when he or she applies for service or assistance and with each renewal, recertification, or change of address at agencies designated under RCW 29A.08.310.(2) A prospective applicant shall initially be offered a form approved by the secretary of state designed to determine whether the person wishes to register to vote. The form must comply with all applicable state and federal statutes regarding content.The form shall also contain a box that may be checked by the applicant to indicate that he or she declines to register.If the person indicates an interest in registering or has made no indication as to a desire to register or not register to vote, the person shall be given a mail-in voter registration application or a prescribed agency application as provided by RCW 29A.08.330.[ 2004 c 267 § 119; 2004 c 266 § 7; 2003 c 111 § 223. Prior: 1994 c 57 § 27. Formerly RCW 29.07.430.]NOTES:Reviser's note: This section was amended by 2004 c 266 § 7 and by 2004 c 267 § 119, each without reference to the other. Both amendments are incorporated in the publication of this section under RCW 1.12.025(2). For rule of construction, see RCW 1.12.025(1).Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.Effective date—2004 c 266: See note following RCW 29A.04.575.Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.340 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.340 - Registration or update of registration with driver's license or identification card application or renewal.

RCW 29A.08.340 Registration or update of registration with driver's license or identification card application or renewal.(1) A person may register to vote or update his or her voter registration when he or she applies for or renews a driver's license or identification card under chapter 46.20 RCW.(2) To register to vote or update a registration, the applicant shall provide the information required by RCW 29A.08.010.(3) The driver licensing agent shall record that the applicant has requested to register to vote or update a voter registration.[ 2013 c 11 § 17; 2003 c 111 § 225; 2001 c 41 § 16; 1999 c 298 § 6; 1994 c 57 § 21; 1990 c 143 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.07.260.]NOTES:Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.Effective date—1990 c 143 §§ 1-8: "Sections 1 through 8 of this act shall take effect January 1, 1992." [ 1990 c 143 § 13.]Civil rightsloss of: State Constitution Art. 6 § 3, RCW 29A.08.520.restoration of: RCW 9.92.066, 9.94A.637, 9.94A.885, 9.95.260, chapter 9.96 RCW.Driver licensing agents duties regarding voter registration: RCW 46.20.155.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.350 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.350 - Duties of department of licensing, secretary of state.

RCW 29A.08.350 Duties of department of licensing, secretary of state.The department of licensing shall produce and transmit to the secretary of state the following information from the records of each individual who requested a voter registration or update at a driver's license facility: The name, address, date of birth, gender of the applicant, the driver's license number, signature image, and the date on which the application for voter registration or update was submitted. The secretary of state shall process the registrations and updates as an electronic application.[ 2018 c 110 § 106; 2013 c 11 § 18; 2009 c 369 § 21; 2004 c 267 § 120; 2003 c 111 § 226; 1994 c 57 § 22; 1990 c 143 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.07.270.]NOTES:Effective date—2018 c 110 §§ 101-107: See note following RCW 29A.08.355.Short title—Findings—Intent—2018 c 110: See notes following RCW 29A.08.355.Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.Severability—Effective date—1994 c 57: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.Effective date—1990 c 143 §§ 1-8: See note following RCW 29A.08.340.
WA Rev Code § 29A.08.357 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.08 - Voters and Registration.|29A.08.357 - Automatic registration—Enhanced driver's licenses and identicards—Application submission.

RCW 29A.08.357 Automatic registration—Enhanced driver's licenses and identicards—Application submission.(1) If the applicant in RCW 29A.08.355 does not decline registration, the application is submitted pursuant to RCW 29A.08.350.(2) For each such application, the secretary of state must obtain a digital copy of the applicant's signature image from the department of licensing.[ 2018 c 110 § 103.]NOTES:Effective date—2018 c 110 §§ 101-107: See note following RCW 29A.08.355.Short title—Findings—Intent—2018 c 110: See notes following RCW 29A.08.355.