Washington Clarifies Double Voting Law

United States===Washington (state) has enacted a new law, Senate Bill 6084, to eliminate ambiguity regarding its ban on voting more than once in an election. This legislative action follows a state appeals court decision in January that overturned a felony conviction for double voting, citing an interpretation that different candidates or measures could constitute different elections. Governor Bob Ferguson signed the bill, which clarifies that an 'election' refers to any general, primary, or special election on the same date, regardless of ballot specifics. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs advocated for the swift passage of this legislation to ensure secure and fair elections. United States===Lewis County, Washington is appealing the January court decision to the Washington Supreme Court.