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HB 1782

Amending the timeline for reporting campaign contributions and expenditures.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Barkis and 3 co-sponsors

HB 1782 modifies campaign finance reporting timelines in Washington to adjust when candidates and committees must disclose contributions and expenditures to voters and regulators.

Referred to Rules 2 Review.
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Bill Summary · HB 1782

Legislative bill overview

HB 1782 modifies the reporting timelines for political campaign contributions and expenditures in Washington State. The bill has advanced through the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations with a substitute version approved by the majority, and is currently under Rules review for potential floor consideration.

Why is this important

Campaign finance disclosure timelines directly affect the public's ability to monitor political spending and identify potential conflicts of interest before elections occur. Tighter or more flexible reporting windows can either enhance transparency or reduce administrative burdens on campaigns, depending on the specific timeline changes proposed.

Potential points of contention

  • Frequency vs. Burden: Proponents may argue expedited reporting improves real-time transparency, while opponents may contend accelerated timelines create compliance challenges for campaigns, particularly smaller operations with limited staff
  • Election Impact Timing: Changes to reporting deadlines near elections could either enable voters to access critical information closer to voting day or create last-minute filing chaos depending on direction of amendment
  • Implementation Costs: Different reporting frequencies may require campaigns and the state to adopt new systems or technology, with unclear cost allocation between parties and government entities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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