Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill
SB 5817: Election security
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 5817 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on April 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Creating the state elections confidence using rigorous examination act. Primary sponsor: Phil Fortunato (R). 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 creating the state elections confidence using rigorous examination act;
Nonpartisan staff bill reports (analyses) are available on the official bill page.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Fortunato | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
“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 Affairs & Elections.