Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill
HB 1978: Election tabulation devices
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1978 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on February 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Concerning transparency in election tabulation devices. Primary sponsor: Rob Chase (R). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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Official title
AN ACT Relating to transparency in election tabulation devices;
Nonpartisan staff bill reports (analyses) are available on the official bill page.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Chase | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 4 |
| John Ley | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| Matt Marshall | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 2 |
| Suzanne Schmidt | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4 |
| Mike Volz | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
| Kevin Waters | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
- First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations.