State • Washington

HB 1710: Concerning compliance with the Washington voting rights act of 2018.

Sharlett MenaIntroduced

HB 1710 status: Introduced — Effective date 6/11/2026 (updated Mar 25, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 60/100

Bill summary

Official

This bill ensures that local governments (like cities and school districts) are actually following the state’s 2018 law meant to keep elections fair and prevent discrimination. It is currently being debated by lawmakers in the state House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan30%
Public opinion70%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Risks

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Minimal economic disruption expected.

Risks

  • Potential administrative compliance costs for local governments.

Society

Positive Outlook
75%

Benefits

  • Strengthens equitable representation in local elections.
  • Increases accountability for local governmental bodies.

Risks

  • Potential friction between state oversight and local autonomy.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

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Analysis based on abstract only; full text not reviewed.

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Effective date 6/11/2026.

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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