Sections

42.17A.001  Declaration of policy.

[2024 c 164 s 401; 2019 c 428 § 2; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 1; 1973 c 1 § 1 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.010.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.05.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 301, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.005  Definitions.

[2022 c 71 § 14; 2020 c 152 § 2; 2019 c 428 § 3. Prior: 2018 c 304 § 2; 2018 c 111 § 3; prior: 2011 c 145 § 2; 2011 c 60 § 19; prior: 2010 c 204 § 101; 2008 c 6 § 201; prior: 2007 c 358 § 1; 2007 c 180 § 1; 2005 c 445 § 6; 2002 c 75 § 1; 1995 c 397 § 1; 1992 c 139 § 1; 1991 sp.s. c 18 § 1; 1990 c 139 § 2; prior: 1989 c 280 § 1; 1989 c 175 § 89; 1984 c 34 § 5; 1979 ex.s. c 50 § 1; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 1; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 2; 1973 c 1 § 2 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.020.]
Repealed by 2024 c 164 s 257, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.010  Conservation district exception.

[2024 c 164 s 402; 2002 c 43 § 4. Formerly RCW 42.17.035.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.05.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 301, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.020  Statements and reports public records.

[2024 c 164 s 403; 1973 c 1 § 44 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.440.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.05.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 301, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.050  Web site for commission documents.

[2010 c 204 § 201; 1999 c 401 § 9; 1994 c 40 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.367.]
Repealed by 2019 c 428 § 42.

42.17A.055  Electronic filing—Availability.

[2024 c 164 s 404; 2019 c 428 § 4; 2018 c 304 § 3; 2013 c 166 § 2; 2010 c 204 § 202; 2000 c 237 § 3; 1999 c 401 § 11. Formerly RCW 42.17.369.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.15.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 302, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.060  Access to reports—Legislative intent.

[2024 c 164 s 405; 2024 c 54 s 39; 2011 1st sp.s. c 43 § 732; 1999 c 401 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.460.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.15.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 302, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.061  Access goals.

[2010 c 204 § 203; 2000 c 237 § 5; 1999 c 401 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.461.]
Repealed by 2019 c 428 § 42.

42.17A.065  Access performance measures.

[2024 c 164 s 406; 2019 c 428 § 5; 2010 c 204 § 204; 1999 c 401 § 3. Formerly RCW 42.17.463.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.15.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 302, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.100  Public disclosure commission—Established—Commissioners—Prohibited activities—Compensation, travel expenses.

[2024 c 164 s 407; 2019 c 428 § 6; 2010 c 204 § 301; 1998 c 30 § 1; 1984 c 287 § 74; 1982 c 147 § 15; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 8; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34 § 93; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 23; 1973 c 1 § 35 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.350.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.105  Commission—Duties.

[2024 c 164 s 408; 2010 c 204 § 302; 1973 c 1 § 36 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.360.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.110  Commission—Additional powers.

[2024 c 164 s 409; 2019 c 428 § 8; 2018 c 304 § 4; 2015 c 225 § 55. Prior: 2011 1st sp.s. c 43 § 448; 2011 c 60 § 20; prior: 2010 1st sp.s. c 7 § 4; 2010 c 204 § 303; 1995 c 397 § 17; 1994 c 40 § 3; 1986 c 155 § 11; 1985 c 367 § 11; 1984 c 34 § 7; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 7; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 25; 1973 c 1 § 37 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.370.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.120  Suspension or modification of reporting requirements.

[2024 c 164 s 410; 2019 c 428 § 10; 2010 c 204 § 304.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.125  Revising monetary contribution limits, reporting thresholds, and code values.

[2024 c 164 s 411; 2019 c 428 § 11; 2011 c 60 § 21; 2010 c 204 § 305; 1993 c 2 § 9 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.690.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.130  Duties of attorney general.

[2024 c 164 s 412; 2010 c 205 § 8; 2010 c 204 § 306; 1982 c 35 § 196; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 26; 1973 c 1 § 38 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.380.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.135  Application of reporting requirements in small political subdivisions.

[2024 c 164 s 413; 2019 c 428 § 12; 2010 c 204 § 307; 2006 c 240 § 2; 1986 c 12 § 3; 1985 c 367 § 13; 1982 c 60 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.405.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.140  Date of receipt—Exceptions—Electronic filings.

[2024 c 164 s 414; 2019 c 428 § 13; 2010 c 204 § 308; 1999 c 401 § 10; 1995 c 397 § 18; 1983 c 176 § 2; 1973 c 1 § 42 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.420.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.145  Certification of reports.

[2024 c 164 s 415; 1973 c 1 § 43 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.430.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.090 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.150  Duty to preserve statements and reports.

[2024 c 164 s 416; 2010 c 205 § 9; 1973 c 1 § 45 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.450.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.100 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.160  Subpoenas.

[2024 c 164 s 417; 2019 c 428 § 9.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.20.110 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 303, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.200  Application of chapter—Exceptions.

[2024 c 164 s 418; 2010 c 204 § 401; 2006 c 240 § 1; 1987 c 295 § 18; 1986 c 12 § 1; 1985 c 367 § 2; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 2; 1973 c 1 § 3 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.030.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.205  Statement of organization by political committees.

[2024 c 164 s 419; 2019 c 428 § 14; 2011 c 145 § 3. Prior: 2010 c 205 § 1; 2010 c 204 § 402; 2007 c 358 § 2; 1989 c 280 § 2; 1982 c 147 § 1; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 1; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 3; 1973 c 1 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.040.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.207  Statement of organization by incidental committees.

[2024 c 164 s 420; 2019 c 428 § 15; 2018 c 111 § 4.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.210  Treasurer.

[2024 c 164 s 421; 2019 c 428 § 16. Prior: 2010 c 205 § 2; 2010 c 204 § 403; 1989 c 280 § 3; 1985 c 367 § 3; 1982 c 147 § 2; 1973 c 1 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.050.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.215  Depositories.

[2024 c 164 s 422; 2019 c 428 § 17; 2010 c 204 § 404.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.220  Deposit of contributions—Investment—Unidentified contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 423; 2018 c 304 § 5. Prior: 2010 c 205 § 3; 2010 c 204 § 405; 1989 c 280 § 4; 1987 c 268 § 1; 1985 c 367 § 4; 1982 c 147 § 3; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 3; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 4; 1973 c 1 § 6 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.060.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.225  Filing and reporting by continuing political committee.

[2024 c 164 s 424; 2019 c 428 § 18; 2018 c 304 § 6; 2011 c 60 § 22. Prior: 2010 c 205 § 4; 2010 c 204 § 406; 2000 c 237 § 1; 1989 c 280 § 5; 1982 c 147 § 4; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 5. Formerly RCW 42.17.065.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.230  Fund-raising activities—Alternative reporting method.

[2024 c 164 s 425; 2019 c 428 § 19. Prior: 2010 c 205 § 5; 2010 c 204 § 407; 1989 c 280 § 6; 1982 c 147 § 5; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 9. Formerly RCW 42.17.067.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.235  Reporting of contributions and expenditures—Public inspection of accounts.

[2024 c 164 s 426; 2019 c 428 § 20. Prior: 2018 c 304 § 7; 2018 c 111 § 5; 2015 c 54 § 1; 2011 c 60 § 23; prior: 2010 c 205 § 6; 2010 c 204 § 408; 2008 c 73 § 1; 2006 c 344 § 30; 2005 c 184 § 1; 2002 c 75 § 2; 2000 c 237 § 2; 1999 c 401 § 13; 1995 c 397 § 2; 1989 c 280 § 8; 1986 c 28 § 1; 1982 c 147 § 6; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 6; 1973 c 1 § 8 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.080.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.090 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.240  Contents of report.

[2024 c 164 s 427; 2020 c 152 § 3; 2019 c 428 § 21. Prior: 2018 c 304 § 8; 2018 c 111 § 6; 2010 c 204 § 409; 2003 c 123 § 1; 1993 c 256 § 6; 1989 c 280 § 9; prior: 1986 c 228 § 1; 1986 c 12 § 2; 1983 c 96 § 1; 1982 c 147 § 7; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 2; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 3; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 7; 1973 c 1 § 9 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.090.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.100 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.245  Electronic filing-When required.

[2011 c 145 § 4; 2010 c 204 § 410; 2000 c 237 § 4; 1999 c 401 § 12. Formerly RCW 42.17.3691.]
Repealed by 2019 c 428 § 42.

42.17A.250  Out-of-state political committees—Reports.

[2024 c 164 s 428; 2020 c 152 § 4; 2010 c 204 § 411; 2006 c 348 § 6; 2003 c 123 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.093.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.110 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.255  Special reports—Independent expenditures.

[2024 c 164 s 429; 2020 c 152 § 5; 2019 c 428 § 22; 2011 c 60 § 24; 2010 c 205 § 7; 1995 c 397 § 28; 1989 c 280 § 10; 1985 c 367 § 6; 1982 c 147 § 9; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 4; 1973 c 1 § 10 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.100.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.120 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.260  Special reports—Political advertising.

[2024 c 164 s 430; 2020 c 152 § 6; 2019 c 428 § 23; 2010 c 204 § 413; 2005 c 445 § 7; 2001 c 54 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.103.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.130 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.265  Special reports—Late contributions or large totals—Certain late contributions prohibited.

[2024 c 164 s 431; 2020 c 152 § 7; 2019 c 428 § 24; 2010 c 204 § 414; 2001 c 54 § 2; 1995 c 397 § 4; 1991 c 157 § 1; 1989 c 280 § 11; 1986 c 228 § 2; 1985 c 359 § 1; 1983 c 176 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.105.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.140 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.270  Earmarked contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 432; 2010 c 204 § 416; 1989 c 280 § 13; 1986 c 228 § 3. Formerly RCW 42.17.135.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.25.150 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 304, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.300  Findings—Intent—Rule-making authority.

[2024 c 164 s 433; 2010 c 204 § 501; 2005 c 445 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.561.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.305  Report—Information required—Time—Method—By whom—Penalty.

[2024 c 164 s 434; 2020 c 152 § 8; 2019 c 428 § 25; 2010 c 204 § 502; 2005 c 445 § 3. Formerly RCW 42.17.565.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.310  When a contribution.

[2024 c 164 s 435; 2010 c 204 § 503; 2005 c 445 § 4. Formerly RCW 42.17.570.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.315  Recordkeeping.

[2024 c 164 s 436; 2010 c 204 § 504; 2005 c 445 § 5. Formerly RCW 42.17.575.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.320  Identification of sponsor—Exemptions.

[2024 c 164 § 437; 2024 c 148 s 1; 2019 c 261 § 3; 2013 c 138 § 1; 2012 c 226 § 1; 2010 c 204 § 505; 2005 c 445 § 9; 1995 c 397 § 19; 1993 c 2 § 22 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1984 c 216 § 1. Formerly RCW 42.17.510.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.330  Picture of candidate.

[2024 c 164 s 438; 2010 c 204 § 506; 1984 c 216 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.520.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.335  Political advertising or electioneering communication—Libel or defamation per se.

[2024 c 164 s 439; 2009 c 222 § 2; 2005 c 445 § 10; 1999 c 304 § 2; 1988 c 199 § 2; 1984 c 216 § 3. Formerly RCW 42.17.530.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.340  Responsibility for compliance.

[2024 c 164 s 440; 2010 c 204 § 507; 1984 c 216 § 4. Formerly RCW 42.17.540.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.345  Commercial advertisers—Public inspection of documents—Copies to commission.

[2024 c 164 s 441; 2019 c 428 § 26; 2010 c 204 § 508; 2005 c 445 § 8; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 5; 1973 c 1 § 11 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.110.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.090 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.350  Top five contributors to political advertisement.

[2024 c 164 s 442; 2019 c 261 § 2.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.30.100 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 305, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.400  Findings—Intent.

[2024 c 164 s 443; 2010 c 204 § 601; 1993 c 2 § 1 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.610.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.405  Limits specified—Exemptions.

[2024 c 164 s 444; 2019 c 100 § 1; 2013 c 311 § 1; 2012 c 202 § 1. Prior: 2010 c 206 § 1; 2010 c 204 § 602; 2006 c 348 § 1; 2005 c 445 § 11; prior: 2001 c 208 § 1; 1995 c 397 § 20; 1993 c 2 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.640.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.410  Candidates for judicial office—Special elections to fill vacancies—Contribution limits—Adjustments.

[2024 c 164 s 445; 2010 c 204 § 603; 2006 c 348 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.645.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.415  Contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 446; 2011 c 60 § 25; 2006 c 348 § 4; 1993 c 2 § 10 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.700.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.417  Foreign nationals—Contributions, expenditures, and electioneering prohibited.

[2024 c 164 s 447; 2020 c 152 § 9.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.418  Foreign nationals—Contribution certification.

[2024 c 164 s 448; 2020 c 152 § 10.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.420  Reportable contributions—Preelection limitations.

[2024 c 164 s 449; 2019 c 428 § 27; 2018 c 111 § 7; 2010 c 204 § 604.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.425  Expenditures—Authorization of and restrictions on.

[2024 c 164 s 450; 2010 c 204 § 605; 2007 c 358 § 3; 1989 c 280 § 7; 1985 c 367 § 5; 1973 c 1 § 7 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.070.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.430  Disposal of surplus funds.

[2024 c 164 s 451; 2010 c 204 § 606; 2005 c 467 § 1; 1995 c 397 § 31; 1993 c 2 § 20 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1982 c 147 § 8; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 3. Formerly RCW 42.17.095.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.090 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.435  Identification of contributions and communications.

[2024 c 164 s 452; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 8; 1973 c 1 § 12 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.120.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.100 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.440  Candidates' political committees—Limitations.

[2024 c 164 s 453; 2010 c 204 § 607.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.110 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.442  Contributions by political committees to political committees.

[2024 c 164 s 454; 2011 c 145 § 5.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.120 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.445  Personal use of contributions—When permitted.

[2024 c 164 s 455; 2022 c 174 § 1; 2010 c 204 § 608; 1995 c 397 § 29; 1993 c 2 § 21 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1989 c 280 § 12; 1985 c 367 § 7; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 6. Formerly RCW 42.17.125.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.130 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.450  Attribution and aggregation of family contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 456; 2018 c 304 § 11; 1993 c 2 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.650.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.140 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.455  Attribution of contributions by controlled entities.

[2024 c 164 s 457; 2010 c 204 § 609; 2005 c 445 § 12; 1993 c 2 § 6 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.660.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.150 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.460  Attribution of contributions generally—"Earmarking."

[2024 c 164 s 458; 1993 c 2 § 7 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.670.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.160 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.465  Restriction on loans.

[2024 c 164 s 459; 2010 c 204 § 610; 1995 c 397 § 22; 1993 c 2 § 12 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.720.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.170 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.470  Contributions on behalf of another.

[2024 c 164 s 460; 1993 c 2 § 13 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.730.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.180 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.475  Certain contributions required to be by written instrument.

[2024 c 164 s 461; 2019 c 428 § 28; 2010 c 204 § 611; 1995 c 397 § 23; 1993 c 2 § 14 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.740.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.190 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.480  Solicitation of endorsement fees.

[2024 c 164 s 462; 1995 c 397 § 25; 1993 c 2 § 17 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.770.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.200 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.485  Reimbursement for contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 463; 1995 c 397 § 26; 1993 c 2 § 18 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.780.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.210 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.490  Prohibition on use of contributions for a different office.

[2024 c 164 s 464; 2010 c 204 § 612; 1995 c 397 § 27; 1993 c 2 § 19 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.790.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.220 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.495  Limitations on employers or labor organizations.

[2024 c 164 s 465; 2010 c 204 § 613; 2002 c 156 § 1; 1993 c 2 § 8 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.680.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.230 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.500  Agency shop fees as contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 466; 2007 c 438 § 1; 1993 c 2 § 16 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.760.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.240 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.550  Use of public funds for political purposes.

[2024 c 164 s 467; 2008 c 29 § 1; 1993 c 2 § 24 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.128.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.40.250 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 306, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.555  Use of public office or agency facilities in campaigns—Prohibition—Exceptions.

[2024 c 164 s 468; 2010 c 204 § 701; 2006 c 215 § 2; 1979 ex.s. c 265 § 2; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 6; 1973 c 1 § 13 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.130.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.45.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 307, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.560  Time limit for state official to solicit or accept contributions.

[2024 c 164 s 469; 2006 c 348 § 5; 2006 c 344 § 31; 2003 c 164 § 3; 1993 c 2 § 11 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.710.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.45.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 307, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.565  Solicitation of contributions by public officials or employees.

[2024 c 164 s 470; 1995 c 397 § 24; 1993 c 2 § 15 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.750.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.45.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 307, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.570  Public accounts of governmental entities held by financial institutions—Statements and reports—Contents—Filing.

[2024 c 164 s 471; 2010 c 204 § 702; 2005 c 274 § 282; 1983 c 213 § 1; 1981 c 102 § 1; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 10. Formerly RCW 42.17.245.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.45.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 307, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.575  Public service announcements.

[2024 c 164 s 472; 2010 c 204 § 703.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.45.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 307, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.600  Registration of lobbyists.

[2024 c 164 s 473; 2019 c 469 § 2; 2019 c 428 § 29; 2010 c 204 § 801; 1987 c 201 § 1; 1982 c 147 § 10; 1973 c 1 § 15 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.150.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.603  Code of conduct—Verification—Penalty.

[2024 c 164 s 474; 2019 c 469 § 4.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.605  Photograph and information—Publication.

[2024 c 164 s 475; 2019 c 469 § 3; 2019 c 428 § 30; 2010 c 204 § 802; 1995 c 397 § 6; 1985 c 367 § 8; 1982 c 147 § 11; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 21. Formerly RCW 42.17.155.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.610  Exemption from registration and reporting.

[2024 c 164 s 476; 2019 c 428 § 31; 2010 c 204 § 803; 1998 c 55 § 3; 1995 c 397 § 32; 1982 c 147 § 12; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 4; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 9; 1973 c 1 § 16 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.160.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.615  Reporting by lobbyists—Rules.

[2024 c 164 s 477; 2019 c 428 § 32; 2010 c 204 § 804; 1995 c 397 § 33; 1991 sp.s. c 18 § 2; 1990 c 139 § 3; 1989 c 175 § 90; 1987 c 423 § 1; 1985 c 367 § 9; 1982 c 147 § 13; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 5; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 10; 1973 c 1 § 17 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.170.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.620  Notification to person named in report.

[2024 c 164 s 478; 2010 c 204 § 805; 1993 c 2 § 32 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.172.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.625  Special reports—Lobbyists—Late contributions or large totals.

[2024 c 164 s 479; 2010 c 204 § 806; 2001 c 54 § 3; 1991 c 157 § 2; 1985 c 359 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.175.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.630  Reports by employers of registered lobbyists, other persons.

[2024 c 164 s 480; 2019 c 428 § 33; 2010 c 204 § 807; 1993 c 2 § 27 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1990 c 139 § 4; 1987 c 423 § 2; 1984 c 34 § 6; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 11; 1973 c 1 § 18 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.180.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.635  Legislative activities of state agencies, other units of government, elective officials, employees.

[2024 c 164 s 481; 2010 c 204 § 808; 1995 c 397 § 7; 1986 c 239 § 1; 1979 ex.s. c 265 § 1; 1977 ex.s. c 313 § 6; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 12; 1973 c 1 § 19 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.190.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.090 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.640  Grass roots lobbying campaigns.

[2024 c 164 s 482; 2023 c 413 § 1; 2010 c 204 § 809; 1990 c 139 § 5; 1985 c 367 § 10; 1973 c 1 § 20 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.200.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.100 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.645  Employment of legislators, board or commission members, or state employees—Statement, contents.

[2024 c 164 s 483; 2010 c 204 § 810; 1973 c 1 § 21 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.210.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.110 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.650  Employment of unregistered persons.

[2024 c 164 s 484; 2010 c 204 § 811; 1973 c 1 § 22 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.220.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.120 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.655  Lobbyists' duties, restrictions—Penalties for violations.

[2024 c 164 s 485; 2019 c 428 § 34; 2010 c 204 § 812; 1987 c 201 § 2; 1982 c 147 § 14; 1973 c 1 § 23 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.230.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.50.130 pursuant to 2024 c 164 § 308, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.700  Elected officials, executive state officers, candidates, and appointees—Statement of financial affairs.

[2024 c 164 s 486; 2019 c 428 § 35; 2010 c 204 § 901; 1995 c 397 § 8; 1993 c 2 § 31 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1989 c 158 § 1; 1987 c 295 § 19. Prior: 1984 c 125 § 14; 1984 c 34 § 1; 1983 c 161 § 27; 1982 c 10 § 9; prior: 1981 c 311 § 20; 1981 c 67 § 15; 1979 ex.s. c 265 § 3; 1979 c 151 § 73; prior: 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 7; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 104 § 1 (Ref. Bill No. 36); 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 13; 1973 c 1 § 24 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.240.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.55.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 309, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.705  "Executive state officer" defined.

[2024 c 164 § 487; 2024 c 54 s 40; 2017 3rd sp.s. c 6 § 111. Prior: 2015 3rd sp.s. c 1 § 406; 2015 3rd sp.s. c 1 § 317; 2012 c 229 § 582; 2011 1st sp.s. c 43 § 109; 2010 c 204 § 902; 2009 c 565 § 24; prior: 2007 c 341 § 48; 2007 c 241 § 2; 2007 c 15 § 1; 2006 c 265 § 113; 2005 c 424 § 17; prior: 2001 c 36 § 1; 2001 c 9 § 1; 1996 c 186 § 504; prior: 1995 c 399 § 60; 1995 c 397 § 10; prior: 1993 sp.s. c 2 § 18; 1993 c 492 § 488; 1993 c 281 § 43; 1991 c 200 § 404; 1991 c 3 § 293; prior: 1989 1st ex.s. c 9 § 812; 1989 c 279 § 22; 1989 c 158 § 2; 1988 c 36 § 13; 1987 c 504 § 14; 1985 c 6 § 8; 1984 c 34 § 2. Formerly RCW 42.17.2401.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.55.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 309, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.710  Statement of financial affairs—Contents.

[2024 c 164 s 488; 2023 c 462 § 502; 2019 c 428 § 36; 2010 c 204 § 903; 2008 c 6 § 202; 1995 c 397 § 9; 1984 c 34 § 3; 1979 ex.s. c 126 § 42. Formerly RCW 42.17.241.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.55.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 309, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.715  Concealing identity of source of payment prohibited—Exception.

[2024 c 164 s 489; 2010 c 204 § 904; 1977 ex.s. c 336 § 4. Formerly RCW 42.17.242.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.55.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 309, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.750  Civil remedies and sanctions—Referral for criminal prosecution.

[2024 c 164 s 490; 2019 c 428 § 37; 2018 c 304 § 12; 2013 c 166 § 1; 2011 c 145 § 6; 2010 c 204 § 1001; 2006 c 315 § 2; 1993 c 2 § 28 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992); 1973 c 1 § 39 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.390.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.010 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.755  Violations—Determination by commission—Penalties—Procedure.

[2024 c 164 s 491; 2019 c 428 § 38; 2018 c 304 § 13; 2011 c 145 § 7; 2010 c 204 § 1002; 2006 c 315 § 3; 1989 c 175 § 91; 1985 c 367 § 12; 1982 c 147 § 16; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 12. Formerly RCW 42.17.395.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.020 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.760  Procedure upon petition for enforcement of order of commission—Court's order of enforcement.

[2024 c 164 s 492; 2010 c 204 § 1003; 1989 c 175 § 92; 1982 c 147 § 17; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 13. Formerly RCW 42.17.397.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.030 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.765  Enforcement—Attorney general.

[2024 c 164 s 493; 2019 c 428 § 39; 2018 c 304 § 14; 2010 c 204 § 1004; 2007 c 455 § 1; 1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 27; 1973 c 1 § 40 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.400.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.040 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.770  Limitation on actions.

[2024 c 164 s 494; 2018 c 304 § 15; 2011 c 60 § 26; 2007 c 455 § 2; 1982 c 147 § 18; 1973 c 1 § 41 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.410.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.050 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.775  Citizen's action.

[2024 c 164 s 495; 2019 c 428 § 40; 2018 c 304 § 16.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.060 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.780  Damages, costs, and attorneys' fees—Joint and several liability.

[2024 c 164 s 496; 2018 c 304 § 17.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.070 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.785  Public disclosure transparency account.

[2024 c 164 s 497; 2018 c 304 § 18.]
Recodified as RCW 29B.60.080 pursuant to 2024 c 164 s 310, effective January 1, 2026.

42.17A.900  Effective date—1973 c 1.

[1973 c 1 § 49 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.900.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.05.010 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.901  Severability-1973 c 1.

[1973 c 1 § 46 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.910.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.902  Severability-1975 1st ex.s. c 294.

[1975 1st ex.s. c 294 § 29. Formerly RCW 42.17.911.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.903  Severability-1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112.

[1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 16. Formerly RCW 42.17.912.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.904  Construction—1973 c 1.

[1973 c 1 § 47 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.920.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.05.010 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.905  Chapter, section headings not part of law.

[1973 c 1 § 48 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.930.]
Decodified by the code reviser, January 2026.

42.17A.906  Repealer—1973 c 1.

[1973 c 1 § 50 (Initiative Measure No. 276, approved November 7, 1972). Formerly RCW 42.17.940.]
Decodified by the code reviser, January 2026.

42.17A.907  Construction—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112.

[1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 112 § 15. Formerly RCW 42.17.945.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.60.020 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.908  Captions.

[1993 c 2 § 34 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.950.]
Decodified by the code reviser, January 2026.

42.17A.909  Short title—1993 c 2.

[1993 c 2 § 36 (Initiative Measure No. 134, approved November 3, 1992). Formerly RCW 42.17.955.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.40.010 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.910  Effective date—1995 c 397.

[1995 c 397 § 35. Formerly RCW 42.17.960.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.40.020 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.911  Captions—1995 c 397.

[1995 c 397 § 37. Formerly RCW 42.17.961.]
Decodified by the code reviser, January 2026.

42.17A.912  Severability-1995 c 397.

[1995 c 397 § 38. Formerly RCW 42.17.962.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.913  Part headings not law-2005 c 445.

[2005 c 445 § 14. Formerly RCW 42.17.963.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.914  Severability-2005 c 445.

[2005 c 445 § 16. Formerly RCW 42.17.964.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.915  Effective dates—2005 c 445.

[2005 c 445 § 17. Formerly RCW 42.17.965.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.30.010 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.916  Severability-2006 c 348.

[2006 c 348 § 7. Formerly RCW 42.17.966.]
Decodified by the code reviser, July 2016.

42.17A.917  Effective date—2010 c 204 §§ 505, 602, and 703.

[2010 c 204 § 1104.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.30.050 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.918  Effective date—2010 c 204.

[2010 1st sp.s. c 26 § 10; 2010 c 204 § 1105.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.15.010 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.919  Effective date—2011 c 60.

[2011 c 60 § 53.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.20.030 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.

42.17A.920  Local regulations not preempted—2020 c 152.

[2020 c 152 § 11.]
Recodified as a note following RCW 29B.40.050 by the code reviser, January 1, 2026.