VOTERS’ PAMPHLET State Elections & Thurston County

General Election November 3

2020 2020

Official Publication Ballots mailed to voters by October 16 (800) 448-4881 | sos.wa.gov 2 A message from Assistant Secretary of State Mark Neary

On behalf of the Office of the Secretary of State, I am pleased to present the 2020 General Election Voters’ Pamphlet. We offer this comprehensive guide as a reference to help you find information on the candidates and statewide measures that appear on your ballot.

This general election gives you the opportunity to have a say in our government at the local, state, and national levels, and to choose who will serve as our nation’s next president. In order to have your voice heard, you must be registered to vote. Voter registration forms that are mailed or completed online must be received by October 26, and we encourage you to check your registration information today at VoteWA.gov. If you are reading this message after October 26 and you are not registered, have moved since the last time you voted, or did not receive a ballot, you can go to your local elections office or voting center during regular business hours through 8 p.m. on Election Day to register to vote and receive a ballot.

Once you have completed your ballot, you can send it via U.S. mail — no postage needed — but remember, all ballots must be postmarked by November 3. A late postmark could disqualify your ballot. The USPS recommends that you mail a week before Election Day. After that, we recommend using an official ballot drop box. Drop boxes are open until 8 p.m. on November 3.

We are committed to ensuring a safe and secure election for all Washingtonians, especially during this challenging time. Returning your ballot through the mail or at one of nearly 500 ballot drop boxes statewide can help you maintain proper social distancing and stay healthy. To locate a ballot drop box, visit VoteWA.gov. For more information about COVID-19, visit coronavirus.wa.gov.

Sincerely,

Mark Neary Assistant Secretary of State

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@WASecretaryofState @secstatewa secstatewa @WashingtonStateElections Table of contents | November 3, 2020 General Election 3

Voting Assistance...... 4 Voting in Washington...... 5 Deadlines Ballots mailed to voters by: October 16 Measures Register by mail, received by: October 26 Referendum Measure No. 90...... 7 Register online by: October 26 Advisory Votes...... 13 Register in person by: November 3, 8 p.m. Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. 8212..... 23 Election Day: November 3

Electoral College...... 26

Candidates Political parties U.S. President & Vice President...... 27 Washington State Democrats U.S. Representative...... 34 PO Box 4027 , WA 98194 State Executive Offices...... 39 (206) 309-8683 State Legislative Offices...... 50 [email protected] www.wa-democrats.org State Judicial Offices...... 62 Washington State Republican Party 11811 NE 1st St, Ste A306 Thurston County Voters' Pamphlet...... 69 Bellevue, WA 98005 (425) 460-0570 [email protected] More information www.wsrp.org Complete Text of Measures...... 83 Contact Your County Elections Office...... 86

Who donates to campaigns? View information on financial contributors for presidential and congressional candidates: Federal Election Commission www.fec.gov Toll Free (800) 424-9530

View financial contributors for state and local candidates and measures: Public Disclosure Commission www.pdc.wa.gov Toll Free (877) 601-2828 4

Are accessible voting options available?

Audio and plain text voters’ pamphlets available at www.sos.wa.gov/elections No internet access? To receive a copy on a USB drive, call (800) 448-4881. Contact a county elections office to find an accessible voting unit near you.

Are language services available?

Los votantes del estado de Cử tri tại tiểu bang Washington Washington pueden acceder 華盛頓州的選民可以由線上取 có thể truy cập trực tuyến Sách a un folleto electoral para 得中文版普選選民手冊以及選www.sos. Hướng dẫn Cử tri cho cuộc Tổng las elecciones generales y a wa.gov/elections/民登記表，網址為 tuyển cử và mẫu đơn đăng ký un formulario de inscripción 。 cử tri bằng Tiếng Việt tại địa chỉ electoral en español en Internet VoteWA.gov www.sos.wa.gov/elections/. en www.sos.wa.gov/elections/. 請瀏覽 以查看您 的個人化線上選民指南，或登記 Truy cập VoteWA.gov để xem Ingrese a VoteWA.gov para 及更新您的選民資料。 consultar su guía electoral trực tuyến hướng dẫn dành cho cử tri được cá nhân hóa của personalizada en Internet o 金郡的選民可以索求中文版投 quý vị hoặc đăng ký và cập nhật para inscribirse y actualizar su 票資料。 información electoral. thông tin cử tri của quý vị. 如欲索取中文選民手冊印刷本 Los votantes de los condados 或選民登記表，請致電 Cử tri tại Quận King có thể yêu de Yakima, Franklin y Adams 1 (800) 448-4881 。 cầu tài liệu bỏ phiếu đã đươc reciben materiales electorales dịch sang Tiếng Việt. bilingües. Để yêu cầu bản in của sách Para solicitar una edición impresa del folleto electoral o hướng dẫn cử tri hoặc mẫu đơn de un formulario de inscripción đăng ký cử tri bằng Tiếng Việt, electoral en español, llame al xin quý vị vui lòng gọi số 1 (800) 448-4881. 1 (800) 448-4881.

The federal Voting Rights Act requires translated elections materials. How do I register to vote in Washington? 5

Qualifications How do I register You must be at least 18 to vote? years old, a U.S. citizen, a Online: Register at VoteWA.gov resident of Washington, and not under Department By mail: Request a paper form be of Corrections supervision mailed to you or print your own at for a Washington felony sos.wa.gov/elections conviction. 16- and 17-year-olds can sign No internet access? Call (800) 448-4881. up as Future Voters and will be registered In person: Visit a county elections office to vote when they turn 18. (listed at the end of this pamphlet).

Registration deadlines Moved? Update your By mail or online: voting address Your application must Contact a county elections be received no later office to request a ballot at your than October 26. new address. Visit a In person: By October 26: Have your local voting center no application received by mail or later than 8 p.m. on updated online. November 3. Or By November 3: Visit a local voting center in person.

What if I’m not 18 yet?

If you are 16 or 17, become a Future Voter! 16- and 17-year-olds can use the Voter Registration form to sign up as Future Voters and be automatically registered to vote when they turn 18. Every January on Temperance and Good Citizenship Day, high school students 16 and older are given the opportunity to complete a voter registration in class. 6 How do I cast a ballot?

Your ballot will be mailed no later Vote your ballot and sign your 1 than October 16 to the address you 2 return envelope. You are not 6/26/2020 approved provide in your voter registration. required to vote every race on If you need a replacement ballot, your ballot. We encourage using contact a county elections office this pamphlet to help you decide. MOVED TO listed at the end of this pamphlet. CANDIDATES 8/25

Return your ballot by mail, no Or return your ballot to an 3 stamp needed. If mailed, your official ballot drop box. Drop ballot must be postmarked by boxes are open until 8 p.m. on November 3. A late postmark November 3. Find drop box could disqualify your ballot. locations at VoteWA.gov. If you cannot The USPS recommends that you personally return mail a week before Election Day. your ballot, let only people you trust Ballot deliver it for you.

Or Drop Box

Check the status of your ballot on View election 4 VoteWA.gov to see if it has been results online received by your county elections After 8 p.m. on election office. night, tallied results from each county are posted at sos.wa.gov/elections. Results are updated Election staff will contact you before as counties report and your ballot is processed if: unofficial until certification. • Your signature is missing • Your signature doesn’t match your voter registration record What are ballot measures? 7

Initiatives and referenda are used by the people to create state laws

Initiative Referendum Any voter may propose an initiative to Referendum Bills are proposed laws the create a new state law or change an Legislature has referred to voters. existing law. Referendum Measures are laws recently Initiatives to the People are proposed passed by the Legislature that voters have laws submitted directly to voters. demanded be referred to the ballot.

Initiatives to the Legislature are Any voter may demand that a law proposed laws submitted to the proposed by the Legislature be referred to Legislature. voters before taking effect.

Before an Initiative to the People or an Before a Referendum Measure can Initiative to the Legislature can appear appear on the ballot, the sponsor on the ballot, the sponsor must collect... must collect... 259,622 129,811 Voters’ Voters' signatures signatures 8% of all votes in the last 4% of all votes in the last Governor’s race Governor’s race

Initiatives and referenda become law with a simple majority vote 8 Referendum Measure No. 90

The legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5395 Referendum Measure No. concerning comprehensive sexual health education. This bill would require school districts to adopt or develop, consistent with state standards, comprehensive age-appropriate sexual health education, as defined, for all students, and excuse students if their parents request. 90 Should this bill be: [ ] Approved [ ] Rejected

Explanatory Statement 9 Fiscal Impact Statement 10 Arguments For and Against 12

Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 27; Nays, 21; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 House: Yeas, 56; Nays, 40; Absent, 0; Excused, 2

You are voting to Approve or Reject the bill passed by the Legislature

Approve — you favor the bill passed by the Legislature Reject — you do not favor the bill passed by the Legislature

The Secretary of State is not responsible for the content of statements or arguments (WAC 434-381-180). Referendum Measure No. 90 9 Explanatory Statement age-appropriate instruction in human development and reproduction. Districts would use curriculum, Written by the Office of the Attorney General instruction, and materials that are medically and The Law as it Presently Exists scientifically accurate. The instruction must use language and strategies that avoid discrimination School districts may choose to provide, or not to against any student. Comprehensive sexual health provide, sexual health education. Parents or legal education must include information about affirmative guardians may have their children excused from any consent and bystander training. This means teaching planned instruction in sexual health education. about a conscious and voluntary agreement to engage If the school district offers sexual health education, it in sexual activity as a requirement before sexual must be medically and scientifically accurate. It must activity. also be age-appropriate and appropriate for students of The curriculum, instruction, and materials would any gender, race, disability status, or sexual orientation. vary by grade level. For students in kindergarten It must include information about abstinence and through grade three, it must be instruction in social- other methods of preventing pregnancy and sexually emotional learning that is consistent with standards transmitted diseases. It cannot consist only of and benchmarks established by the Office of the information about abstinence. Superintendent of Public Instruction. For students in A school may choose to provide comprehensive sexual grades four through twelve, it must include information health education using separate outside speakers about six topics. These are: or a prepared curriculum. Sexual health education • The physiological, psychological, and sociological must be consistent with guidelines developed developmental processes experienced by an by the state Department of Health and the Office individual; of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The • The development of intrapersonal and interpersonal Superintendent of Public Instruction and the state skills to communicate, respectfully and effectively, Department of Health must make these guidelines to reduce health risks, and choose healthy available on their web sites. behaviors and relationships that are based on The Superintendent of Public Instruction, consulting mutual respect and affection, and are free from with the state Department of Health, develops a list of violence, coercion, and intimidation; sexual health education curricula that are consistent • Health care and prevention resources; with state guidelines. State law encourages school • The development of meaningful relationships and districts that choose to offer sexual health education to avoidance of exploitative relationships; review their program and choose a curriculum from the • Understanding the influences of family, peers, state list. School districts may choose or develop any community, and the media throughout life on other curriculum that complies with state law. healthy sexual relationships; and Any parent or legal guardian may review the curriculum • Affirmative consent and recognizing and offered in their school district. responding safely and effectively when violence, or a risk of violence, is or may be present with The Effect of the Proposed Measure if Approved strategies that include bystander training. The Legislature recently passed a bill that would The law would phase in over time. Public schools change the law about sexual health education. If must provide comprehensive sexual health education the voters approve Referendum 90, then the law in grades six through twelve beginning in the 2021-22 would change as described below. If the voters school year. They must begin doing so in all grades in reject Referendum 90, then the law will remain as the 2022-23 school year. Public school districts must summarized above. provide comprehensive sexual health education at least once to students in kindergarten through grade three, Referendum 90 would require public schools to once to students in grades four through five, twice provide comprehensive age-appropriate sexual health to students in grades six through eight, and twice to education. Parents and legal guardians would continue students in grades nine through twelve. to have the choice to exclude their students from sexual health education. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction must keep training materials up to date. Public school Comprehensive sexual health education would mean districts may either choose a curriculum from the list 10 Referendum Measure No. 90

developed at the state level or choose other curriculum. to consult with OSPI on the development of a list of A district choosing a curriculum that is not on the state comprehensive sexual health education curricula that list must make sure that it complies with state law and are consistent with the 2005 guidelines for sexual consult with the Office of the Superintendent of Public health information and disease prevention and the Instruction. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Washington state health and physical education K–12 Instruction must provide technical assistance to public learning standards. schools. GENERAL ASSUMPTIONS At the beginning of the 2021-22 school year, public • If approved, the effective date of the referendum is schools must let parents and legal guardians know December 3, 2020. that they will provide comprehensive sexual health • The fiscal estimates use the state’s fiscal year of July education. The district must provide access to all such 1 through June 30. Fiscal year 2021 is July 1, 2020 to course materials that it will use during the school year. June 30, 2021. Public school districts must report to the Office of the REVENUE Superintendent of Public Instruction the curricula used The referendum has no known state or local revenue to provide comprehensive sexual health education. impact. The report must describe how it aligns with state law requirements. The Office of the Superintendent of EXPENDITURES Public Instruction must summarize this information and A vote to approve the referendum would result in no report it to the Legislature. costs for state government, specifically OSPI and DOH. School districts may incur costs, but those costs are indeterminate and are dependent upon local decisions Fiscal Impact Statement regarding the adoption process and training for any Written by the Office of Financial Management new curriculum adopted. For more information visit www.ofm.wa.gov/ballot State expenditures FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY Curricula. OSPI currently offers a list of curricula as part Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5395 was enacted of its open education resources. There is no additional in the 2020 legislative session, but has not gone into cost associated with maintaining sexual health effect because the voters submitted petitions to refer education curricula. the measure to the November 2020 general election ballot. If the voters approve the referendum, ESSB Review Tools. OSPI currently offers a review tool for 5395 would go into effect. There would be no fiscal districts to use when selecting comprehensive sexual impact to state government in the 2019–21 biennium health education. The tool would require very little and ongoing. There would be a fiscal impact to modification to be used as directed in the bill. There local government (school districts), but the impact is no additional fiscal impact related to staff time to is indeterminate. There are no known state or local accomplish this work. revenue impacts that would result from the passage of Data Collection. OSPI currently collects district-level this measure. data related to comprehensive sexual health education. No expenditure impact is anticipated as a result of this SUMMARY additional data collection requirement. Referendum 90 places Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5395 (ESSB 5395) onto the 2020 general election Reporting: OSPI is currently required to report on ballot for approval or rejection by the voters. sexual health education to the Legislature. The time involved in reporting the results of the data reporting Beginning September 1, 2021, ESSB 5395 would require is already believed to be captured; therefore, no every public school district to offer comprehensive expenditure impact is expected. sexual health education from a list of curricula provided on the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s School district expenditures (OSPI) website, or choose their own curricula using a Curricula. School districts may use free sexual health tool provided by OSPI. Additionally, OSPI would be education curricula that is available. Any curricula required to report to the Legislature data collected from costs for districts not currently offering comprehensive school districts about the curricula they used to provide sexual health education, or not using curricula comprehensive sexual health education. Section 1(5)(a) that meets the standard in ESSB 5395, would be of ESSB 5395 requires the Department of Health (DOH) discretionary. Should districts choose curricula at Referendum Measure No. 90 11 a cost, two federally-funded grant programs are Districts could incur costs for travel and substitute available to provide financial assistance to districts teacher reimbursement. for implementation. DOH administers the Personal Adoption of Curricula. Adoption costs are dependent Responsibility Education Program (PREP), and Planned upon local school district practices. It is assumed Parenthood of the Great Northwest and Hawaiian that districts changing their curricula will use current Islands administers the Teen Pregnancy Prevention adoption processes and available financial resources, Program (TPPP). Both are funded by the U.S. therefore, no additional costs will be incurred. Department of Health and Human Services Office of However, districts may be impacted by changing Adolescent Health. their curriculum adoption schedule, substituting the Professional Development: ESSB 5395 does not require adoption of sexual health education curricula in the that districts send their teachers to training or provide place of currently planned curriculum updates. If they any other professional development opportunities in choose to add sexual health education curricula to comprehensive sexual health education. Any costs their adoption process, this could result in additional incurred by districts for professional development costs for curriculum review, meetings, and public would be discretionary. To manage discretionary costs, comment. There is no way to estimate statewide districts could choose to send teachers to professional costs of the adoption processes; therefore, there is an development opportunities offered by OSPI at no cost. indeterminate fiscal impact on districts.

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For dates, hours, and locations, contact student leadership at: CWU Ellensburg EWU Cheney TESC Olympia UW Bothell UW Seattle UW Tacoma WSU Pullman WSU Tri-Cities WSU Vancouver WWU Bellingham 12 Referendum Measure No. 90 Argument for Argument against Approve Referendum 90 for Safe and Healthy Kids Reject Referendum 90. Overturn the K-12 comprehensive Young people in every community deserve age-appropriate sex education mandate. information and resources to make good decisions about sex The legislature passed a bill mandating a new comprehensive and relationships, to enable them to protect their health, keep sexual education (CSE) curriculum for all students themselves safe, and build their futures. Right now, too many K-12. Huge numbers of students are failing math, science, students are not receiving high-quality, medically-accurate and English. Olympia should prioritize improving literacy and sexual health education, putting them at immediate risk of helping students graduate, not creating a new mandate. harm. Reject Referendum 90. Restore local control for parents Approving Referendum 90 will uphold a new Washington law and local school boards. requiring all public schools to teach age-appropriate, inclusive, The new CSE bill means unelected, unaccountable comprehensive sex education. This starts with social and bureaucrats, not local communities, will develop statewide emotional learning for younger students and includes teaching sex education standards for all students. It requires older students about ways to prevent pregnancy and practice school districts to adopt a sex education curriculum that affirmative consent. meets those standards. Parents and their local elected It will keep kids healthy representatives will have little input in determining how they Studies show young people who receive quality sex education want their kids to be taught. are less likely to partake in risky sexual behavior, experience Reject Referendum 90. Stop the early sexualization of our unintended pregnancy, or get a sexually transmitted infection. kids. Sex education also serves as prevention for sexual abuse Kindergarteners need to learn social skills and elementary and rape students should focus on fundamental learning. Materials Young people need information and resources about that currently meet state standards include graphic sexual healthy relationships to understand how to respect personal subject matter. These are decisions that should be left to boundaries, ask for consent, and learn how to say and receive parents and local communities. a “no.” Kids experiencing abuse urgently need to know how Reject Referendum 90. A costly mandate at a time when to get help. Children who are being sexually abused often school budgets are being cut. don’t understand what is happening until someone provides State and local budgets are facing massive deficits which them with the tools to communicate with a trusted adult. threaten funding for basic programs. Schools cannot afford This year, parents, educators, and medical professionals from to add an expensive new requirement or design their own sex across Washington worked together to pass a comprehensive education curriculum that meets state standards. sex education law. Let’s protect that law, and young people’s Trust parents and local communities to develop school futures, by approving Referendum 90. curriculum collaboratively. Protect Local Control. Reject Referendum 90. Rebuttal of argument against Parents, teachers, and pediatricians know that in states Rebuttal of argument for with quality sex education, teens are talking about consent, Referendum 90 is a blatant power grab by Olympia waiting longer to have sex, avoiding getting pregnant, and bureaucrats to take away parental control and impose keeping themselves safe. R90 gives parents the ability to opt a comprehensive sexual education curriculum starting children out if they’re uncomfortable with content, and every in kindergarten. Parents and local schools are already district must collaborate with communities on curriculum doing an excellent job at this now. HHS.gov reports that selection. R90 requires age appropriate education, for the last 25 years of available data, Washington’s meaning social and emotional learning for self-control and teenage birthrate dropped 69%. Erin’s Law, which passed interpersonal skills in grades K-3. Approve R90. in 2018, addresses sexual abuse, prevention and online safety. Vote reject to retain parental and local control. Written by Nikki Otero Lockwood, parent, school board member, Spo- Written by , mom, former Advocacy Chair, Northshore kane; Kevin S. Wang, M.D., medical director of Swedish’s Mindie Wirth Council PTSA; , retired President, Fremont LGBTQI+ Initiative, Seattle; Leah Griffin, teacher librarian, Suzanne Burke Dock Company, great grandmother, Rotarian; , Sexual Violence Law Center board, Seattle; Jen Cole, parent, Jude Verzosa Partnerships for Action Voices for Empowerment, Everett; MD, FACP, Chief Medical Officer, Rainier Health Network; , MA, Certified 4th Grade Washington Public Peter Asante, M.D., WA Chapter, American Academy of Brian Donovan School Teacher; , mom, retired teacher, two Pediatrics, Yakima; Nichole Johnson, parent, middle school Dawn McCravey teacher, Vancouver term NSD Board Director; Mark Clements, retired Principal, River Home Link, Battle Ground District Contact: [email protected]; www.approve90wa.org Contact: (253) 260-3642; [email protected]; www.parentsforsafeschools.com What are advisory votes? 13

Advisory votes are the result of Initiative 960, approved by voters in 2007. The Office of the Secretary of State publishes the Attorney General’s advisory vote description according to RCW 29A.72.283.

You are advising the Legislature if you do or do not favor a tax increase passed during the recent legislative session. Repeal — means you don’t favor the tax increase. Maintain — means you favor the tax increase.

Advisory votes are non-binding. The results will not change the law.

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Contact your legislator. Their contact information is on the following pages.

View the complete text of each bill at sos.wa.gov/elections and view additional cost information at ofm.wa.gov/ballot 14 Advisory Votes

Advisory Vote No. Ten-Year Projection Provided by the Office of Financial Management For more information visit www.ofm.wa.gov/ballot

Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5323 (ESSB 5323) Fiscal Dept. of Dept. of Environmental Dept. of Total Year Revenue Ecology & Land Use Natural 32 Hearing Office Resources Engrossed Substitute 2020 $ 0 0 0 0 $ 0 2021 $ 3,800,000 0 0 0 $ 3,800,000 Senate Bill 5323 2022 $ 3,700,000 0 0 0 $ 3,700,000 The legislature imposed, without a vote 2023 $ 3,700,000 0 0 0 $ 3,700,000 of the people, a retail sales tax on pass- 2024 $ 3,600,000 0 0 0 $ 3,600,000 through charges retail establishments 2025 $ 3,600,000 0 0 0 $ 3,600,000 collect for specified carryout bags, 2026 $ 3,600,000 0 0 0 $ 3,600,000 costing $32,000,000 in its first ten 2027 $ 3,500,000 0 0 0 years, for government spending. $ 3,500,000 2028 $ 3,500,000 0 0 0 $ 3,500,000 This tax increase should be: 2029 $ 3,400,000 0 0 0 $ 3,400,000 [ ] Repealed Total: $32,400,000 0 0 0 $32,400,000 [ ] Maintained Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 33; Nays, 15; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 House: Yeas, 67; Nays, 29; Absent, 0; Excused, 2

Advisory Vote No. Ten-Year Projection Provided by the Office of Financial Management For more information visit www.ofm.wa.gov/ballot

Substitute Senate Bill 5628 (SSB 5628) Fiscal Dept. of Year Revenue 33 2020 $ 0 Substitute Senate Bill 5628 2021 $ 0 The legislature imposed, without a 2022 $ 4,800,000 vote of the people, a tax on heavy 2023 $ 12,000,000 equipment rentals to consumers by 2024 $ 12,600,000 heavy equipment rental property dealers, costing $103,000,000 in its first 2025 $ 13,300,000 ten years, for government spending. 2026 $ 13,900,000 2027 $ 14,600,000 This tax increase should be: 2028 $ 15,400,000 [ ] Repealed 2029 $ 16,100,000 [ ] Maintained Total: $102,700,000 Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 48; Nays, 0; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 House: Yeas, 53; Nays, 44; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 Advisory Votes 15

Advisory Vote No. Ten-Year Projection Provided by the Office of Financial Management For more information visit www.ofm.wa.gov/ballot

Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6492 (ESSB 6492) Fiscal B&O Fiscal Year Biennial Year Tax Total Total 34 2020 ($ 68,000,000) ($ 68,000,000) Engrossed Substitute 2021 $ 38,400,000 $ 38,400,000 ($ 29,600,000) Senate Bill 6492 2022 $115,300,000 $115,300,000 The legislature increased, without 2023 $119,000,000 $119,000,000 $234,300,000 a vote of the people, the business 2024 $117,800,000 $117,800,000 and occupation tax rate for certain 2025 $ 98,200,000 $ 98,200,000 $216,000,000 businesses, while reducing certain 2026 $101,000,000 $101,000,000 surcharges, costing $843,000,000 in its 2027 $104,000,000 $104,000,000 $205,000,000 first ten years, for government spending. 2028 $107,100,000 $107,100,000 2029 $110,100,000 $110,100,000 $217,200,000 This tax increase should be: Total: $842,900,000 $842,900,000 $842,900,000 [ ] Repealed [ ] Maintained Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 28; Nays, 21; Absent, 0; Excused, 0 House: Yeas, 52; Nays, 45; Absent, 0; Excused, 1

Advisory Vote No. Ten-Year Projection Provided by the Office of Financial Management For more information visit www.ofm.wa.gov/ballot

Engrossed Senate Bill 6690 (ESB 6690) Fiscal B&O Fiscal Year Biennial Year Tax Total Total 35 2020 $ 18,000,000 $ 18,000,000 Engrossed Senate Bill 6690 2021 $ 116,000,000 $ 116,000,000 $ 134,000,000 The legislature increased, without a 2022 $ 115,000,000 $ 115,000,000 vote of the people, the business and 2023 $ 114,000,000 $ 114,000,000 $ 229,000,000 occupation tax on manufacturers 2024 $ 113,000,000 $ 113,000,000 of commercial airplanes, including 2025 $ 112,000,000 $ 112,000,000 $ 225,000,000 components or tooling, costing 2026 $ 111,000,000 $ 111,000,000 $1,024,000,000 in its first ten years, for government spending. 2027 $ 110,000,000 $ 110,000,000 $ 221,000,000 2028 $ 108,000,000 $ 108,000,000 This tax increase should be: 2029 $ 107,000,000 $ 107,000,000 $ 215,000,000 [ ] Repealed Total: $1,024,000,000 $1,024,000,000 $1,024,000,000 [ ] Maintained Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 45; Nays, 4; Absent, 0; Excused, 0 House: Yeas, 73; Nays, 24; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 16 Advisory Votes Final Votes Cast by Each Legislator

District 1 District 3 District 5 District 7 Sen. Derek Stanford Sen. Sen. Sen. (D, Bothell), (360) 786-7600 (D, Spokane), (360) 786-7604 (D, Issaquah), (360) 786-7608 (R, Addy), (360) 786-7612 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (D, Bothell), (360) 786-7928 (D, Spokane), (360) 786-7888 (D, Issaquah), (360) 786-7852 (R, Republic), (360) 786-7908 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (D, Kirkland), (360) 786-7900 (D, Spokane), (360) 786-7946 (D, Issaquah), (360) 786-7876 (R, Wauconda), (360) 786-7988 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

District 2 District 4 District 6 District 8 Sen. Sen. Sen. Sen. Sharon Brown (R, Eatonville), (360) 786-7602 (R, Spokane Valley), (360) 786-7606 (R, Spokane), (360) 786-7610 (R, Kennewick), (360) 786-7614 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (R, Olympia), (360) 786-7824 (R, Spokane Valley), (360) 786-7984 (R, Spokane), (360) 786-7922 (R, Kennewick), (360) 786-7882 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. J.T. Wilcox Rep. Bob McCaslin Rep. Jenny Graham Rep. (R, Yelm), (360) 786-7912 (R, Spokane Valley), (360) 786-7820 (R, Spokane), (360) 786-7962 (R, Kennewick), (360) 786-7986 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Excused ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

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District 9 District 11 District 13 District 15 Sen. Sen. Sen. Judy Warnick Sen. (R, Ritzville), (360) 786-7620 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7616 (R, Moses Lake), (360) 786-7624 (R, Sunnyside), (360) 786-7684 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (R, Pomeroy), (360) 786-7942 (D, Tukwila), (360) 786-7956 (R, Moses Lake), (360) 786-7932 (R, Granger), (360) 786-7960 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (R, Colfax), (360) 786-7844 (D, Renton), (360) 786-7862 (R, Quincy), (360) 786-7808 (R, Selah), (360) 786-7874 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

District 10 District 12 District 14 District 16 Sen. Ron Muzzall Sen. Brad Hawkins Sen. Sen. (R, Oak Harbor), (360) 786-7618 (R, East Wenatchee), (360) 786-7622 (R, Yakima), (360) 786-7626 (R, Walla Walla), (360) 786-7630 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Chris Corry Rep. Bill Jenkin (R, Clinton), (360) 786-7884 (R, Dryden), (360) 786-7954 (R, Yakima), (360) 786-7810 (R, Prosser), (360) 786-7836 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Mike Steele Rep. Rep. (D, Oak Harbor), (360) 786-7914 (R, Chelan), (360) 786-7832 (R, Goldendale), (360) 786-7856 (R, Walla Walla), (360) 786-7828 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Excused ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Excused SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Excused ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay

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District 17 District 19 District 21 District 23 Sen. Sen. Sen. Sen. (R, Vancouver), (360) 786-7632 (D, Longview), (360) 786-7636 (D, Lynnwood), (360) 786-7640 (D, Bainbridge Island), (360) 786-7644 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Jim Walsh Rep. Rep. (R, Vancouver), (360) 786-7994 (R, Aberdeen), (360) 786-7806 (D, Edmonds), (360) 786-7950 (D, Poulsbo), (360) 786-7934 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Excused SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self Rep. (R, Vancouver), (360) 786-7976 (D, Aberdeen), (360) 786-7870 (D, Mukilteo), (360) 786-7972 (D, Bainbridge Island), (360) 786-7842 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

District 18 District 20 District 22 District 24 Sen. Sen. John Braun Sen. Sam Hunt Sen. (R, La Center), (360) 786-7634 (R, Centralia), (360) 786-7638 (D, Olympia), (360) 786-7642 (D, Sequim), (360) 786-7646 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Excused SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Richard DeBolt Rep. Rep. Mike Chapman (R, Vancouver), (360) 786-7850 (R, Chehalis), (360) 786-7896 (D, Olympia), (360) 786-7940 (D, Port Angeles), (360) 786-7916 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Beth Doglio Rep. (R, Vancouver), (360) 786-7812 (R, Kalama), (360) 786-7990 (D, Olympia), (360) 786-7992 (D, Port Townsend), (360) 786-7904 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

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District 25 District 27 District 29 District 31 Sen. Sen. Sen. Steve Conway Sen. (R, Puyallup), (360) 786-7648 (D, Tacoma), (360) 786-7652 (D, Tacoma), (360) 786-7656 (R, Auburn), (360) 786-7660 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Kelly Chambers Rep. Rep. Melanie Morgan Rep. (R, Puyallup), (360) 786-7948 (D, Tacoma), (360) 786-7930 (D, Parkland), (360) 786-7906 (R, Auburn), (360) 786-7846 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Jake Fey Rep. Steve Kirby Rep. (R, Puyallup), (360) 786-7968 (D, Tacoma), (360) 786-7974 (D, Tacoma), (360) 786-7996 (R, Enumclaw), (360) 786-7866 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay

District 26 District 28 District 30 District 32 Sen. Sen. Steve O’Ban Sen. Claire Wilson Sen. (D, Bremerton), (360) 786-7650 (R, Tacoma), (360) 786-7654 (D, Auburn), (360) 786-7658 (D, Shoreline), (360) 786-7662 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (R, Gig Harbor), (360) 786-7964 (D, University Place), (360) 786-7890 (D, Federal Way), (360) 786-7898 (D, Shoreline), (360) 786-7880 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Jesse Johnson Rep. Lauren Davis (R, Port Orchard), (360) 786-7802 (D, University Place), (360) 786-7958 (D, Federal Way), (360) 786-7830 (D, Shoreline), (360) 786-7910 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

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District 33 District 35 District 37 District 39 Sen. Sen. Sen. Rebecca Saldaña Sen. (D, Des Moines), (360) 786-7664 (D, Hoodsport), (360) 786-7668 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7688 (R, Sedro-Woolley), (360) 786-7676 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. Robert Sutherland (D, Des Moines), (360) 786-7834 (R, Allyn), (360) 786-7966 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7944 (R, Granite Falls), (360) 786-7967 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Drew MacEwen Rep. Rep. (D, SeaTac), (360) 786-7868 (R, Union), (360) 786-7902 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7838 (R, Sultan), (360) 786-7816 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Nay ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay

District 34 District 36 District 38 District 40 Sen. Sen. Sen. John McCoy Sen. (D, White Center), (360) 786-7667 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7670 (D, Tulalip) (D, Anacortes), (360) 786-7678 [email protected] [email protected] (resigned 4/17/2020) [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (D, West Seattle), (360) 786-7978 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7814 (D, Everett), (360) 786-7674 (D, Bow), (360) 786-7800 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay Rep. Rep. Gael Tarleton Rep. Rep. (D, West Seattle), (360) 786-7952 (D, Ballard), (360) 786-7860 (D, Everett), (360) 786-7840 (D, Bellingham), (360) 786-7970 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

Initiative 960, approved by voters in 2007, requires a list of every Legislator, their party preference, hometown, contact information, and how they voted on each bill resulting in an Advisory Vote. Advisory Votes 21

District 41 District 43 District 45 District 47 Sen. Sen. Sen. Sen. Mona Das (D, Mercer Island), (360) 786-7641 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7628 (D, Redmond), (360) 786-7672 (D, Kent), (360) 786-7692 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (D, Mercer Island), (360) 786-7894 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7826 (D, Kirkland), (360) 786-7878 (D, Kent), (360) 786-7918 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. My-Linh Thai Rep. Rep. Rep. Pat Sullivan (D, Bellevue), (360) 786-7926 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7920 (D, Kirkland), (360) 786-7822 (D, Covington), (360) 786-7858 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

District 42 District 44 District 46 District 48 Sen. Sen. Steve Hobbs Sen. Sen. (R, Ferndale), (360) 786-7682 (D, Lake Stevens), (360) 786-7686 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7690 (D, Bellevue), (360) 786-7694 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Excused ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Rep. Rep. (R, Lynden), (360) 786-7980 (D, Mill Creek), (360) 786-7804 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7886 (D, Bellevue), (360) 786-7936 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Nay SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Nay ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea Rep. Rep. Jared Mead Rep. Rep. (D, Bellingham), (360) 786-7854 (D, Mill Creek), (360) 786-7892 (D, Seattle), (360) 786-7818 (D, Kirkland), (360) 786-7848 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Nay ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

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District 49 Sen. Rep. Rep. Monica Jurado Stonier (D, Vancouver), (360) 786-7696 (D, Vancouver), (360) 786-7924 (D, Vancouver), (360) 786-7872 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea ESSB 5323 (AV32): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea SSB 5628 (AV33): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESSB 6492 (AV34): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea ESB 6690 (AV35): Yea

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Keep your voting address confidential If you are a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, stalking, or an employee in criminal justice and target of felony harassment on the job, you may be able to enroll in the Address Confidentiality Program and register as a Protected Records Voter.

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•  You must first meet with a Certified Advocate who can assist with threat assessment, safety planning, and the program application.

•  You should have recently moved to a new location that is unknown to the offender and undocumented in public records. Call (800) 822-1065 or visit www.sos.wa.gov/acp Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. 8212 23

Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. The legislature has proposed a constitutional amendment on investment of public funds. This amendment would allow public money held in a fund for long- term care services and supports to be invested by governments as authorized by state law, including investments in private stocks. 8212 Should this constitutional amendment be: [ ] Approved [ ] Rejected

Explanatory Statement 24 Arguments For and Against 25

Final Votes Cast by the Legislature Senate: Yeas, 45; Nays, 3; Absent, 0; Excused, 1 House: Yeas, 96; Nays, 1; Absent, 0; Excused, 1

The Secretary of State is not responsible for the content of statements or arguments (WAC 434-381-180). 24 Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. 8212 Explanatory Statement Fiscal Impact Statement Written by the Office of the Attorney General

The Constitutional Provision as it Presently Not required by law Exists The Washington Constitution generally prohibits investing public money in the stock of private companies. This means that state and local governments are limited to investing public funds in fixed-income securities, such as government and corporate bonds and certificates of deposit. The Constitution currently exempts several funds from this restriction. This exemption applies to any public pension or retirement fund, the industrial insurance trust fund, and money held in trust for the benefit of people with developmental disabilities. The exemption allows state and local governments to invest money held in those funds as authorized by law, including by investing in stock as authorized by the Legislature. In 2019, the Legislature enacted a law providing for long-term care insurance. Under that law, employees will pay premiums for state-sponsored long-term care benefits through a payroll deduction, beginning January 1, 2022. Those premiums will be deposited into a new Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Account (Trust Account). Under current law, money held in the Trust Account could not be invested in stocks. The Effect of the Proposed Amendment if Approved This Amendment would add the Trust Account to the list of funds that are exempt from the prohibition against investing public money in private stocks. This would allow money in the Trust Account to be invested in stock if the Legislature authorizes that form of investment. Voter tip:

The ballot return envelope has free postage, but a late postmark could disqualify your ballot. The USPS recommends that you mail a week before Election Day. Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. 8212 25 Argument for Argument against Washingtonians Support ESJR 8212 – a fiscally In 1889, the wise founders of the state of Washington responsible investment decision wanted to protect public funds from potential losses of risky In 2019, the Washington State Legislature passed The Long investments so they established safeguards in our state Term Care Trust Act to address the growing long-term care Constitution prohibiting stock market investments of our crisis. 70% of adults over the age of 65 will require some public funds. form of long-term care but 90% are not insured for long- SJR 8212 will overturn that safeguard for our new Long- term care. The Long Term Care Trust fund will help families Term Care Services and Supports Trust Program, a multi- access and afford these critical services with a benefit of Billion-dollar program established this legislative session up to $36,500 indexed to inflation. The fund is available to in preparation for the coming “Silver Tsunami” of elderly Washingtonians once they need assistance with three or needing services. With so much money in play, we must more regular daily activities such as eating, bathing, or help not lose sight of the stock market’s high risk along with the with medications and are vested by paying into the program. questionable bottom line ethics of some Wall Street brokers. Benefits will begin being paid out in 2025 and do not count From 2000-03 the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) lost a as income for determining eligibility for Medicaid or other third of its value. Around 2008-09 the DJIA lost half its value state safety-net programs. during the Great Recession. This year the DJIA fall over 37% Voting in favor of this ballot measure helps to ensure the in less than six weeks from February 12, 2020 to March 23, Long Term Care Trust fund can pay benefits to eligible 2020. Who knows where it is going from here? The long- Washingtonians over the long-term. This ballot measure, term economic impacts of COVID-19 are still unknown. ESJR 8212, will allow the Long Term Care Trust fund to be Your vote is about prudent fiscal management of our tax included on the list of public funds exempt from current dollars. A better idea is to invest public money into federal, constitutional investment restrictions. If voters approve this state and municipal bonds that support public works we all ballot measure, the Long Term Care Trust fund could be depend on in Washington. They’re safe. Don’t let Wall Street invested in the same way that pension funds and ABLE funds brokers gamble with our hard-earned tax dollars. are currently invested by our state. The Trust is self-funded The Founders didn’t trust the stock market then, and we with an independent commission and the state actuary shouldn’t trust it now. Please vote no on SJR 8212. responsible for regular certification of the program’s solvency.

Rebuttal of argument against Rebuttal of argument for Support for ESJR 8212 is the fiscally responsible choice. Your No vote will protect the long-term stability of the Trust With voter’s approval, funds would be invested like the Fund from being gambled on by Wall Street. SJR 8212’s State pension and ABLE funds are currently invested, which passage absolutely does not guarantee that long term care allows for larger investment growth. Through each economic benefits will actually be paid out to eligible Washingtonians. downturn the market has rebounded demonstrating the Don’t gamble with the people’s hard-earned money. We overall long term strength of the economy. Higher yield can better safeguard our money and know that it is being investment options are good for the people of Washington invested in a responsibly prudent way by casting a strong no and critically important to Long Term Services and Supports vote on SJR 8212. programs in the future.

Written by Written by Cathleen MacCaul, Advocacy Director, AARP Washington Mike Padden, State Senator, 4th District (R); Bob Hasegawa, State; Susie Young, Home Care Worker & Executive Board State Senator, 11th District (D) Member, SEIU 775; Jim Wilgus, Regional Leader & Executive Contact: (360) 786-7616 Director, Alzheimer's Association; Dan Murphy, Policy Chair, Washington Association of Area Agencies on Aging; Walt Bowen, President, Washington State Senior Citizen’s Lobby; Lauri St. Ours, Executive VP Government Relations, Washington Health Care Association Contact: (206) 218-5915; [email protected]; http://www.aarp.org/wa 26 What is the Electoral College?

The Electoral College is a Washington has 12 process, not a place presidential electors When you vote for President and Vice Every state starts with two because every President, you determine a group of people state has two U.S. Senators. Based on called electors (also known as a slate) to population, each state receives an additional represent Washington state in the Electoral elector for every Congressional District. College. The electors gather December 14, 2020 to cast votes for President based on the state’s election results. 2 U.S. Senators Each major political party chooses their +10 Congressional Districts own electors through the caucus and =12 Total electors convention process.

The magic number How electoral votes are There are a total of 538 electoral votes distributed in the nation. A presidential ticket needs Washington state is one of 48 states at least 270 electoral votes nationwide that uses a “winner-take-all” system; the to win. If no presidential ticket receives a presidential ticket that wins the popular majority of electoral votes, the U.S. House of vote in the state is entitled to all 12 of Representatives elects the President and the Washington’s electoral votes. U.S. Senate elects the Vice President.

The Electoral College is established in the United States Constitution and administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). You can learn more at www.archives.gov. 27

Federal Qualifications & Responsibilities Except for the President and Vice President, all federal officials elected in Washington must be registered voters of the state. Only federal offices have age requirements above and beyond being a registered voter.

President & Vice President Congress The President must be at least 35 years old and a natural The United States’ Senate and House of Representatives born U.S. citizen. Voters indirectly elect the President have equal responsibility for declaring war, maintaining the through the Electoral College. The President is elected armed forces, assessing taxes, borrowing money, minting to a four-year term and cannot serve more than two currency, regulating commerce, and making all laws and elected terms. budgets necessary for the operation of government. The chief duty of the President is to ensure the laws of United States Senator the nation are faithfully executed. This duty is largely Senators must be at least 30 years old and citizens of the performed through appointments for thousands of federal U.S. for at least nine years. Senators serve six-year terms. positions, including secretaries of cabinet-level agencies The Senate has 100 members; two from each state. and federal judges (subject to confirmation by the Senate). The President is the commander in chief of the U.S. The Senate has several exclusive powers, including armed forces, has the power to sign and veto (reject) laws consenting to treaties, confirming federal appointments passed by Congress, and makes treaties with foreign made by the President, and trying federal officials governments (with Senate approval). impeached by the House of Representatives.

The Vice President serves as the presiding officer of the In 2020 there are no United States Senators Senate. The Vice President becomes President if the up for election in Washington state. The next office is vacated. scheduled election will be 2022. The order of major political parties is determined United States Representative by the number of votes cast in this state for Representatives must be at least 25 years old and citizens the President of the United States at the last of the U.S. for at least seven years. Representatives are presidential election. In 2016, the Democratic Party not required to be registered voters of their district, but received the highest number of votes in Washington state must be registered voters of the state. Representatives and must appear on the ballot first. serve two-year terms.

Independent and minor party candidates follow major The House of Representatives has 435 members, all of parties in the order of their qualification with the Secretary whom are up for election in even-numbered years. of State. (RCW 29A.36.161) Each state has a different number of members based on population. After the 2010 Census, Washington was given a 10th Congressional District.

Candidate statements are printed exactly as submitted. The Office of the Secretary of State does not make corrections of any kind or verify statements for truth or fact. 28 United States President & Vice President | 4-year term

Joseph R. Kamala D. Biden Harris Democratic Party Nominee Democratic Party Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience Vice President of the United States; United States Senator United States Senator from California; Attorney General of from Delaware; New Castle County Council California; District Attorney of San Francisco Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience No information submitted Deputy District Attorney of Alameda County Education Education University of Delaware; Syracuse University College of Law University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D.); Community Service Howard University (B.A.) No information submitted Community Service Previously served on the Board of Trustees for the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

Statement Former Vice President Joe Biden believes we are in a His vision for America is based on equal opportunity for battle for the soul of this nation. The current president all. Treating everyone with dignity. A middle class where threatens everything we stand for by fanning the flames of everyone - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or hate groups, dividing Americans, and tearing the fabric of disability - comes along. the country apart. The stakes in this election couldn’t be As president, Joe will expand on the historic progress of the higher, and nothing will change if we don’t defeat the current Obama-Biden administration and rebuild a strong, inclusive president. middle class. He’ll protect and build on Obamacare with a Joe’s parents instilled in him that when you see an abuse of public option. He’ll restore our standing in the world. power, it’s your obligation to stand up to combat it. That’s Joe has a proven ability to bring people together and to motivated him his entire life - as Senator from Delaware for deliver for the middle class. At this defining moment in our 36 years and President Obama’s Vice President for 8 years. nation’s history, it’s going to take Joe’s strong leadership to Joe stood shoulder to shoulder with President Obama to unite America and move our country forward. pass the Affordable Care Act, expanding health care for 20 Contact million people. He wrote and passed the Violence Against [email protected]; www.joebiden.com Women Act, when domestic violence was considered a family matter. He took on the NRA and won – twice – including passing the assault weapons ban. And, he started talking about climate change as a moral issue of our time far before it was a mainstream issue.

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Donald J. Michael R. Trump Pence Republican Party Nominee Republican Party Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience President of the United States of America Vice President of the United States of America; Governor of th Other Professional Experience Indiana; Congressman for Indiana’s 6 Congressional District CEO, Trump Organization Other Professional Experience Education No information submitted Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, Education Philadelphia; New York Military Academy Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law; Community Service Hanover College No information submitted Community Service No information submitted

Statement Four years ago, President Donald J. Trump ran on a promise That’s why President Trump stands proudly with our law to put America First, and he has kept that promise. enforcement who, day in and day out, put their lives on President Trump fought the establishment to lower taxes for the line to keep our families and our children safe from hardworking middle-class families, create better trade deals dangerous criminals. Our men and women in blue deserve that stopped the offshoring of American jobs, and rebuild our a President that has their back, who will work with them to military. make sure criminals are brought to justice, and not someone that would side with rioters that burn our buildings and President Trump stands by his oath to defend and protect destroy our communities. the American people. That’s why, as your President, Donald J. Trump has stood up to the radical left that would defund As your President, Donald J. Trump will continue to deliver our police, allow our cities to devolve into lawless zones, and on his promise to Make America Great Again, by holding make our families less safe. China accountable for the virus they unleashed upon the world. We can and we will defeat the invisible enemy, so we Lawless zones like CHOP, CHAZ, or whatever the radical can continue the economic prosperity that President Trump left wants to call them cannot be allowed to happen again, delivered when he was elected. and President Trump stands committed to stopping them. These aren’t peaceful gatherings of protestors. They are a Vote to put America First and to Make America Great Again. hotbed of crime, promoting the wanton destruction of our Vote Donald J. Trump for President. homes, our businesses, and innocent lives. Contact (646) 736-1779; [email protected]; www.DonaldJTrump.com

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Jo Jeremy “Spike” Jorgensen Cohen Libertarian Party Nominee Libertarian Party Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience Libertarian vice-presidential nominee with Harry Browne No experience raising taxes, sending our troops to fight in 1996; Libertarian candidate for US House (SC-04) in unnecessary wars, waging the failed War on Drugs, 1992. No experience raising taxes, sending our troops to interfering with free markets, or overspending taxpayers’ fight in unnecessary wars, waging the failed War on Drugs, hard-earned money. interfering with free markets, or overspending taxpayers’ Other Professional Experience hard-earned money. At sixteen, Jeremy “Spike” Cohen built a web design Other Professional Experience business that catered to small businesses. It was so Full-time senior lecturer in psychology at Clemson successful that Mr. Cohen was able to retire in his early University; business partner in a consulting firm; marketing thirties and focus on spreading the message of Liberty. representative for IBM; owner and president of a software Education duplication company. Learned leadership, marketing and communication from Education starting, growing and managing small businesses. Ph.D., Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Clemson Community Service University; MBA, Southern Methodist University; B.S., Volunteer for Bosko Ministries, Little River United Methodist Psychology, Baylor University Church, Street Reach Ministries, Dignity Ministry, Humane Community Service Society of North Myrtle Beach. Libertarian Party Chair, Greenville County, SC; Camp Fire Girls leader for deaf community

Statement While 3,000 miles separate Olympia from Washington, DC, it wars and stationing troops around the world in dozens sometimes feels that there is an even greater divide between of countries away from their families. We can protect our Washingtonians and the politicians who claim to represent communities without sacrificing freedom through failed them. The Evergreen State shares a name with our nation’s initiatives like civil asset forfeiture, no-knock raids, qualified capital, but not the same refusal to try new ideas. immunity, and the War on Drugs. We can value necessary responsibility for workers and employers without endless Perhaps that is why more people in Washington state voted barriers of entry to professions and new businesses. We Libertarian in 2016 than ever before. can balance the budget without raising taxes. By ending Washingtonians have made it clear they won’t wait for excessive government overspending, we can also eliminate the federal government to act, and time and again, they the federal income tax. have been ahead of the pace of career politicians. After all, I’m running for President not just to present a new way Washington was the first state where death with dignity, of addressing important issues. I’m running because marriage equality, and recreational cannabis were all legal at Washington state deserves a better way — solutions that the same time. create real change for real people. Just like those in Washington state, Libertarians know it Contact doesn’t have to be this way. (864) 535-5400; [email protected]; joj2020.com We can reduce healthcare costs without putting government in charge of highly personal medical decisions and creating a one-size-fits-all system. We can prioritize our national security without being involved in unnecessary foreign continue United States President & Vice President | 4-year term 31

Howie Angela Hawkins Walker Green Party Nominee Green Party Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience Three-time Green Party candidate for New York governor Independent socialist candidate for Sheriff of Milwaukee in 2010, 2014, and 2018, each time receiving enough votes County, WI, 2014, receiving 20% of the vote. Vice to qualify the Green Party for the ballot for 4 years. First US Presidential candidate of the Socialist Party USA, 2016. candidate to campaign for a Green New Deal in 2010. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Bus driver, truck driver, school teacher, community organizer. Retired UPS Teamster and construction worker. Education Education Bay View High School, Milwaukee, 1992. University of North Dartmouth College, 1975. Florida, 2001. Community Service Community Service Teamsters for a Democratic Union, American Legion Dunbar As Legislative Director of Amalgamated Transit Union Local Post 1643, Vietnam Veterans Against the War, Southside 998, led her local’s participation in the 2011 Wisconsin Community Coalition (Syracuse, NY). Uprising for public employee collective bargain rights. Community Campaigns Coordinator, Wisconsin Jobs Now, 2015-2016.

Statement Our Green Party presidential ticket is campaigning for real a guaranteed income above poverty, affordable housing, solutions to life-or-death issues. Real solutions can’t wait! Medicare for All, free public education from pre-K through college, and doubling Social Security benefits for a secure COVID-19 Pandemic: The ever-growing sickness and death retirement for every senior. from COVID-19 in the US shows that the two governing parties are presiding over a failed state. Organized countries Climate Crisis: We will enact an emergency Green New Deal around the world have suppressed the virus. We will enact a to achieve zero carbon emissions and 100% clean energy by comprehensive Test, Contact Trace, and Quarantine program 2030. We will ban fracking and new fossil fuel infrastructure. to suppress community spread of the virus so we can safely Nuclear Arms Race: We will cut military spending by 75%, re-open the economy and schools. withdraw from the endless wars abroad, pledge no first Police Brutality and Systemic Racism: We call for community use of nuclear weapons, and disarm to a minimum credible control of the police through commissions selected by the nuclear deterrent. On the basis of these tension-reducing community with the power to appoint police chiefs, set peace initiatives, we will go to the other nuclear powers to policies and budgets, and investigate and discipline police negotiate complete and mutual nuclear disarmament. misconduct. We support reparations, including a massive Contact federal investment in jobs, housing, schools, healthcare, (315) 220-0101; [email protected]; and businesses in racially-oppressed communities that www.howiehawkins.us have been impoverished by generations of segregation, discrimination, and exploitation. Economic Inequality: After 45 years of stagnant wages and growing inequality, working-class life expectancy is declining. We will enact an Economic Bill of Rights to end poverty and economic despair, including a job guarantee, continue 32 United States President & Vice President | 4-year term

Gloria Sunil La Riva Freeman Socialism and Liberation Socialism and Liberation Party Nominee Party Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience 1994, 1998: California Peace and Freedom Party candidate N/a for California Governor. 2016, 2020 Party for Socialism and Other Professional Experience Liberation and Peace and Freedom Party candidate, US Organizer in the movement against the U.S. war on Iraq. Has President. participated in and organized many events in opposition to Other Professional Experience U.S. wars, the blockade of Cuba, and the sanctions levied 2002-08: president of Bay Area Typographical Union, CWA, against many countries. Contributed to and edited major Lo. 39521. 2008-present: Vice President, Pacific Media literary journals, and is the author of several books of poetry Guild, CWA. Award winning video producer, “Genocide by and prose. Sanctions” (Iraq 1998). “NATO Targets” (Yugoslavia 1999). Education Education Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from the University Brandeis University of , College Park, Maryland. Community Service Community Service Founder, Farmworkers Emergency Relief; Founder; National Disability rights activist working to make all aspects of Committee to Free the Cuban Five; Organizer, ANSWER society accessible to all. Coalition-Act Now to Stop War & End Racism; Activist against racism and police abuse, and in support of women’s, immigrant and LGBTQ rights.

Statement Vote Socialist in 2020! equality for LGBTQ people; Full rights for all immigrants; Nationalizing banks and corporations, using their vast stolen Gloria La Riva, a labor and anti-war activist, is the Party for wealth to provide for people’s needs. Socialism and Liberation candidate for President in the 2020 election. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, her father was “Today, while the obscene wealth of the super-rich grows a letter carrier, her mother an immigrant from Mexico and every day, half the U.S. population is living in or near garment worker. La Riva is a delegate to the San Francisco poverty,” says La Riva. “When the capitalist bankers torched Labor Council. the economy the federal government bailed them out with trillions of dollars. Now it’s time to rescue the people! La Riva’s 10-point program calls for making a job or income, health care, education, adequate food and affordable “For the Earth to live, capitalism must go. The multiple crises housing Constitutional rights; Cancelling rent and mortgage of inequality, injustice, endless war, environmental destruction payments for tenants, small landlords and small businesses and more can only be overcome by replacing capitalism with for duration of COVID-19 pandemic; Ending racism, police a system based on meeting people’s needs – socialism. If brutality and mass incarceration, freeing Leonard Peltier, you agree, join our campaign!” Mumia Abu Jamal, Jalil Muntaqim and all political prisoners; Contact Shutting down all U.S. military bases around the world (425) 310-2576; [email protected]; www.LaRiva2020.org and stopping the drive toward war against China and Russia; Ending U.S. aid to Israel - self-determination for the Palestinian people; Lifting the sanctions/blockades on Cuba, Venezuela, Iran, North Korea and other countries; Independence for Puerto Rico; Honoring Native treaties; Defending unions and a $20/hour minimum wage; Equal rights for women including all reproductive rights; Full continue United States President & Vice President | 4-year term 33

Alyson Malcolm M. Kennedy Jarrett Socialist Workers Party Socialist Workers Party Nominee Nominee President Vice President

Elected Experience Elected Experience Ran for President in 2016; for Dallas, TX Mayor in 2019. Ran for Pittsburgh City Council in 2019 Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Utah Coal miner in union organizing drive with workers from Cooks at catering company. Joined teachers’ actions in Mexico fighting for wages, safe working conditions. Walmart West Virginia, Oklahoma, North Carolina and Pennsylvania worker in Dallas. in 2018. Joined UAW workers’ picket lines against GM, Ford Education and Fiat Chrysler. Protested U.S. wars from Vietnam to the Mideast. In May Education 2020 picketed with packing house workers in Yakima, WA. Traveled to Cuba and is opposed to U.S. embargo. Supports Community Service Cuba’s socialist revolution. Attended protests in Minneapolis, Houston and Louisville Community Service against killings of George Floyd and Brionna Taylor. Picketed In 2018 joined others protesting the killings of eleven Jews with union members on strike against ASARCO in Arizona at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Has been involved and Texas. In June brought solidarity to 4,300 unionists in fights against police brutality from the killing of Jonny on strike against naval shipyard in Bath, Maine. Supports a Gammage in Pittsburgh in 1997 to joining protests of killings woman’s right to choose abortion. of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Supports women’s right to choose abortion.

Statement The Socialist Workers Party demands the federal government workplace committees to combat the bosses’ production immediately fund a massive public works program to provide of shoddy goods, expose their waste, as well as protect the jobs at union- scale wages for the millions thrown out of work. environment. The COVID-19 virus has exposed the crisis of capitalism. Workers need our own party—a labor party – to fight to take Workers can build hospitals, housing, schools and day care political power out of the hands of the bosses and bankers centers and replace crumbling infrastructure. and the Democrats and Republicans who represent them. The bosses divide working people by scapegoating immi- We need to emulate what the workers and farmers of Cuba grant workers who they exploit. My campaign demands did when they made their revolution in 1959 - -establish a amnesty for all undocumented workers in the U.S. workers and farmers government. We call for arrest and prosecution of all cops who kill working people and we fight Workers Control of Production. Workers need to work! It is against women’s oppression and defend a woman’s right to only at work that by acting together, we utilize our power and choose abortion. stand up to the bosses. Such resistance has taken place among Walmart workers, fruit packing workers in Yakima, Join the Socialist Workers Party 2020 campaign! Read and machinists union shipyard workers on strike in Bath, Maine subscribe to our campaign newspaper, the Militant. along with copper miners who struck in Arizona and Texas Contact and among workers on the railroads – who all demand safe (206) 323-1755; [email protected]; working conditions, control over line speed, pay raises and www.themilitant.com forty-hour work weeks. Our campaign points to what is possible and needed. If workers wrested control of production, we could set up end 34 United States Representative | District 3 | 2-year term

Jaime Herrera Beutler (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Statement Fighting for Southwest Washington families and small Serving Southwest Washington families and communities businesses in Congress since 2010. My focus is on is my mission. I listen to you, and I stand up to both economic recovery, protecting seniors, and fighting political parties including my own to put our region’s against government waste. Washington State House of needs first. Of Washington’s 12 members of Congress, Representatives, 2007-2010. I’ve been ranked “most effective” for championing Other Professional Experience solutions for jobs, affordable health care and preserving Former Senior Legislative Aide, U.S. House of the way of life that makes our area special. Representatives. Before that, jobs from nanny to retail at Economic recovery and jobs: Our region must remain the Vancouver Mall to picking blueberries. a great place to earn a living and support a family. Education I’ve helped pass laws boosting the average family’s B.A., University of Washington, Communications paychecks by $2,300 and creating thousands of jobs. My yearly Jobs Fairs have secured good-paying employment Community Service for countless residents. I lead efforts to help our wood Advocate for low-income parents and children facing products industry, protect manufacturing jobs, and medical complexities; working to prevent and promote preserve fishing jobs and ports. And I won’t let up; we treatments for kidney disease; helping veterans, small need economic recovery now more than ever. businesses and students succeed; preserving economic security for residents in rural communities Responding to COVID: When our frontline health workers need protective equipment, small businesses need help to survive and workers need emergency relief, I work tirelessly to take care of people’s needs. Fighting Oregon’s tolling scheme: Oregon wants to toll Washington commuters who use the I-5 and I-205 bridges – with none of the money going to upgrade those structures. That’s unfair, and it jeopardizes our ability to fix the I5 bridge. I’m opposing any tolling plan that treats Southwest Washington residents unfairly. Protecting sportsmen, preserving salmon: My legislation to control predatory sea lions and improve salmon numbers on the Columbia River is now law. I’m working to bring back our salmon and steelhead. Seniors have earned Social Security and Medicare. That’s why I’ve fought to strengthen these programs for senior citizens who depend on them. Nobody will work harder for Southwest Washington than I will. It’s an honor to serve you in Congress and I ask for your vote. Contact (360) 597-3065; [email protected]; www.votejaime.com

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Carolyn Long (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Statement Not a career politician - I’m running for Congress because This has been a challenging year for many Southwest Southwest Washington deserves someone fighting for us Washington families. It shows what happens when career in D.C. politicians ignore us and fail to plan ahead. That’s why I’ve Other Professional Experience promised never to take a dime from corporate interests. I’ve taught at WSU Vancouver since 1995. I grew up Here’s what I’ll fight for: working at our family’s small business, John’s Fresh Affordable Health Care & Prescription Drugs: We need Produce, then worked a union job at Safeway, and was a affordable health care that we can rely on when we need waitress at Red Robin. it most. I’ll work with Democrats and Republicans to Education increase quality, affordable options, including allowing B.A., University of Oregon. Ph.D., Rutgers University people of all ages to buy into a public option that increases competition and lowers costs. We must also Community Service protect our earned benefits, Social Security and Medicare, I’ve focused my campaign on helping our communities which we must allow to negotiate lower prescription -- from volunteering at the local Food Bank and farm, drug prices. We must put Washingtonians before health providing a resource guide to help folks get through this insurers and the drug industry. crisis, and holding virtual town halls listening to you and answering your questions. Prioritizing Small Businesses: Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. I’ll put them first and will stand up to the huge corporations lobbying for corporate tax breaks. Main Street drives our economy, not Wall Street. Investing in Us: Infrastructure investments create family- wage jobs. We need to improve our roads and bridges and expand access to broadband internet to allow digital learning and eCommerce from all corners of Washington. I’ll prioritize providing multiple pathways to success, including no-interest student loans for colleges and universities, investing in vocational training, and promoting registered apprenticeships. For 10 years, we’ve had the same representative in Congress. It’s clear that we need a change. We deserve a government that works for the people -- not one working for multi-billion dollar corporations and wealthy campaign contributors. I’m tired of politicians serving special interests while working families pay the price. As your new Representative, I will work only for you and will always put the needs of Southwest Washington first. I ask for your vote. Contact (360) 605-0151; [email protected]; https://electlong.com/

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Marilyn Strickland (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Statement Mayor of Tacoma, 2010-2017; Tacoma City Council, 2008- Taking care of workers, expanding healthcare, and 2009 rebuilding our economy from this crisis will take proven Other Professional Experience leadership and a plan. I have both. President & CEO, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of When I was elected Mayor of Tacoma, people were Commerce; Board Chair, Pierce Transit; Board Chair, losing their homes and businesses were struggling. It’s Tacoma Employees’ Retirement System; Executive Board, happening again as the Trump Administration bails out WorkForce Central; Trustee, U.S. Conference of Mayors. their wealthy donors. I’m running for Congress to help I’ve spent over a decade fighting for jobs, opportunity, workers, families, students, seniors, and small businesses, fairness and economic security for all people. not Wall Street. Education By investing in people, local businesses and Mount Tahoma High School, Tacoma; BA, University of infrastructure, we can rebuild our economy to work for Washington; MBA, Clark-Atlanta University. everyone. It’s what I did in Tacoma by working to raise Community Service the minimum wage, pass paid family leave, improve high 2018 Campaign Chair, United Way of Pierce County; school graduation rates from 55% to 89%, and invest Trustee, Tacoma Public Library; Board Member, Grand $500+ million in transportation, housing and utilities - Cinema; Member, The Black Collective; Member, creating good paying jobs. International Women’s Forum; Trustee, Annie Wright Let’s focus on health and safety, put people back to work, Schools. and reduce carbon emissions. We can start by manufacturing medical supplies and equipment, vaccines, and life-saving drugs here in the South Sound, and provide tuition-free college for high-demand professions like nursing, healthcare, and teaching. It’s time to boldly pursue housing for all, universal healthcare, a clean energy grid, and an economy that works for everybody. In Congress, I’ll expand career and technical education and apprenticeships, and protect a woman’s right to choose. I’ll take care of our military service members, their families, and veterans. As the daughter of a soldier, I know they deserve opportunity and security for their sacrifices. I’m honored to be endorsed by former Governors Christine Gregoire and Gary Locke, former Congressman Norm Dicks, Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 612. They know I’m the proven leader we need for tough times. Help make history by electing the first African-American from Washington and the first Korean-American woman to Congress. Contact (253) 363-9533; [email protected]; www.stricklandforwashington.com continue United States Representative | District 10 | 2-year term 37

Beth Doglio (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Statement State Representative, LD 22 (Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey, I’ve spent 30 years taking on special interests and tackling North Thurston); Only Democratic candidate representing complex challenges. With families and communities 10th CD voters struggling, we need passionate, effective leaders Other Professional Experience committed to rebuilding our economy and taking action Campaign Director, Climate Solutions; Founding Executive on critical priorities. Director, Washington Conservation Voters; Political As a State Representative, I built diverse coalitions Director, NARAL Pro-Choice Washington; Development and passed landmark housing, clean energy jobs, and Director, Audubon Society; Organizer, Unsoeld for worker protection legislation. I’m running for Congress Congress; Proud mom to continue fighting for South Sound families, seniors, Education veterans, and our most vulnerable. B.A. Indiana University, Cum Laude Economic Recovery: I’m refusing corporate money to Community Service demand accountability and stop federal recovery funds Beth championed over $754 million in critical funding from lining the pockets of big corporations. A true for housing, healthcare, infrastructure and clean energy recovery puts families and small businesses first. Working investments, and affordable childcare. She has also Families: A 100% pro-labor legislator committed to getting served as Roosevelt (Olympia Schools) PTA President; people safely back to work, I’ll fight for paid sick days, Olympia Parks and Recreation Committee Member; paid family and medical leave, higher minimum wage, and Olympia Parks/Sidewalks campaign Co-Chair; Solid affordable childcare. Healthcare: Healthcare inequities Ground and Win With Women Board; Noel House have never been more urgent. I support universal Homeless Shelter Volunteer healthcare - reforms that reduce costs and expand accessibility. Housing: I provided access to $750 million for local governments to invest in housing and mental health. In Congress, I will address our housing crisis and deliver federal resources. Climate Action: Sponsor of Washington’s groundbreaking 100% Clean Electricity and Green Buildings laws, I secured over $200 million for clean energy job creation. In Congress, I will make pollution reduction and Puget Sound restoration a top priority. Military Families: Raised in a military family, I’ll keep working for JBLM families and veterans to have quality healthcare, housing, education, childcare, and jobs. Effective leadership endorsed by UFCW Grocery workers and Nurses, Firefighters, State Labor Council, State Employees, Retired Public Employees, League of Conservation Voters, Machinists, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Sunrise Movement, FUSE, Thurston and Pierce County Democrats, Housing Alliance Action Fund, 120 education leaders; 120 elected leaders including State Senator Hunt, State Representatives Kilduff, Leavitt, Dolan; 10 current and former 10th District Mayors. Contact (253) 254-6031; [email protected]; end http://bethdoglio.com 3838 How is my ballot counted?

Your county receives your ballot

Deposit your ballot in an official drop boxby 8 p.m. on Ballot November 3, Election Day, or return your ballot by mail 1 — postage paid — but make sure it’s postmarked no Drop later than Election Day! A late postmark could disqualify Box your ballot. The USPS recommends that you mail a week before Election Day.

Your signature is verified Election staff will contact you The signature on your return envelope is compared to the before your ballot is processed if: 2 signature on your voter registration record. If the signature • Your signature is missing matches, your ballot is accepted and you are credited for • Your signature doesn’t match voting to ensure only one ballot is counted for you. your voter registration record

Envelopes and sleeves are separated Secure 3 The return envelope is opened and the security envelope or sleeve containing your ballot is removed. They are separated to ensure the secrecy of your vote.

Your ballot is reviewed and scanned 4 The security envelope or sleeve is opened and election staff review your ballot to verify that it can be successfully scanned.

Your ballot is counted After 8 p.m. on Election Day all scanned ballots are tallied. 5 Ballots will be scanned and tallied over the next several days until all the votes are counted. 39 Executive Qualifications & Responsibilities Statewide-elected executives must be registered Washington voters and are elected to four-year terms.

Governor Attorney General The Governor is the chief executive officer of the The Attorney General serves as legal counsel to the state and makes appointments for hundreds of state Governor, members of the Legislature, state officials, and positions, including directors of state agencies (subject to more than 200 state agencies, boards, commissions, confirmation by the Senate). The Governor has the power colleges, and universities. The Office of the Attorney to sign or veto (reject) legislation, and annually submits a General protects the public by upholding the Consumer budget recommendation and reports on state affairs to Protection Act and provides public information about the Legislature. consumer rights and scams. Lieutenant Governor Commissioner of Public Lands The Lieutenant Governor is elected independent of the The Commissioner of Public Lands is the head of Governor, and serves as the presiding officer of the the Department of Natural Resources, overseeing state Senate. The Lieutenant Governor is first in line of management of more than 5 million acres of state forest, succession and becomes Acting Governor whenever the agricultural, range, aquatic, and commercial lands. The Governor leaves the state or is otherwise unable to serve. Commissioner manages the state’s largest on-call fire department, preventing and fighting wildfires on 13 million Secretary of State acres of private, state and tribal-owned forest lands. The Secretary of State leads the state Elections Division, Corporations and Charities Division, state Archives and Superintendent of Public Instruction Library, and other programs and services. The Office of The Superintendent heads the state education agency the Secretary of State manages corporation and charity and is chief executive officer of the state Board of filings, collects and preserves historical state records, and Education. The Superintendent is responsible for the governs the use of the state flag and seal. The Secretary of administration of the state’s kindergarten through twelfth State is second in line of succession for Governor. grade education program. The office certifies teaching personnel, approves and accredits programs, and State Treasurer distributes state and local funds. As the state’s finance officer, the Treasurer manages the cash flow, investments, and debt of all major state Insurance Commissioner accounts. The Treasurer serves on the State Investment The Insurance Commissioner regulates insurance Board, providing guidance for the management of long- companies doing business in Washington, licenses term debt and investments, and Chairs the Public Deposit insurance agents and brokers, reviews policies and rates, Protection Commission, ensuring the safety of public examines the operations and finances of insurers, and deposits in qualified banks. handles inquiries and complaints from the public. State Auditor The Auditor works with state and local governments to conduct independent financial and performance Candidate statements are printed exactly audits. The Auditor publicly investigates state employee as submitted. The Office of the Secretary of whistleblower claims about agencies and reports of fraud, State does not make corrections of any kind waste, and abuse of taxpayer money received through its or verify statements for truth or fact. citizen hotline.

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Jay Inslee (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Statement Washington State House of Representatives 1989-1992 The people of Washington are resilient and deserve representing Yakima Valley; U.S. House of Representatives leadership that reflects their character. ’s proven 1993-1994 representing Eastern Washington; U.S. House experience in difficult times and his successful economic of Representatives 1999-2012 representing Kitsap, King vision are exactly what Washington needs as we rebuild and Snohomish Counties; Washington State Governor our economy and help families and businesses recover 2013-present. from the pandemic. Other Professional Experience The measure of our leaders is how they respond to Attorney; Author, Apollo’s Fire: Igniting America’s Clean unexpected crises. When Washington became ground Energy Economy. zero in the country for COVID-19, Governor Jay Inslee met Education this health and economic crisis head-on, with bold action Ingraham High School, Seattle, WA; graduated University based on science and guided by public health experts. of Washington with a B.A. in economics, 1972; graduated The Ellensburg Daily Record praised Governor Inslee, Magna Cum Laude from Willamette University Law writing, “In the moment when he has been tested the School, 1976. hardest, Inslee has stepped up, making the tough calls Community Service and providing the leadership needed to get this state Charter member of Hoopaholics to raise money for through the COVID-19 crisis.” The Chair of the University Childhaven; coached youth sports; served as an honorary of Washington’s Department of Global Health praised board member of the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Inslee’s leadership for “having saved countless lives.” Coalition. Under Inslee’s leadership, Washington recovered from the last great recession to become the country’s #1 rated economy, and our state is poised to rebound more quickly thanks to the Governor’s progressive policies. Our state has the nation’s best Paid Family and Medical Leave, we have expanded health care coverage to 800,000 Washingtonians and created a long-term care benefit for seniors that puts us in a better position to address public health dangers and immediate economic hardship. Inslee’s Career Connect program provides on-site training and apprenticeships for thousands of students who have plans other than four-year college and his investments in forward-thinking renewable energy industries have prepared us to endure and recover from the economic pain so many are now living through. Governor Inslee’s steady leadership and pioneering vision make him exactly the governor we need now to guide us to a better, stronger and more just future for Washington. Contact (206) 573-1187; [email protected]; www.jayinslee.com

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Loren Culp (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Statement No information submitted Loren Culp was born in Everett, WA and is a lifelong Other Professional Experience Washington resident—except during his service in the st No information submitted US Army’s 101 Airborne Division. He currently serves as the Chief of Police in Republic, WA, and is a bestselling Education author. For over 20 years he owned and operated a No information submitted construction company in Olympia, WA before moving to Community Service Republic and joining the law enforcement community. No information submitted He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Barb, for 43 years. They have two grown sons and seven grandchildren. His platform advocates a return to respecting citizen rights and accountability for state government. Contact (541) 870-3000; [email protected]

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Denny Marko Heck Liias (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience U.S. Representative, member of the House Permanent State Senate Majority Floor Leader, 2018 – Present; Minority Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Financial Floor Leader, 2017-18; State Senator, 21st District, 2014 Services Committee. Washington State Representative, – Present; State Representative, 21st District, 2008-2014; elected to five terms. Chaired historic Basic Education Mukilteo City Councilmember, 2006-2008. Subcommittee. Democratic Precinct Committee Officer. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Professor at Everett Community College, proud AFT union Co-Founder, Intrepid Learning Solutions; Co-Founder and member; founded a small family-owned construction President, TVW – Washington’s version of C-SPAN; Chief of company focused on green building. Staff, Governor Booth Gardner Education Education Bachelor’s from Georgetown University (2003); Master’s from B.A.,The Evergreen State College University of Washington (2017). First in my family to attend Community Service college. Denny and his wife of 44 years, Paula (a retired middle Community Service school principal), founding member of the Olympia School Board of Directors, Washington Institute for Public Policy; District Education Foundation’s Principals’ Emergency Board of Trustees, Seattle Repertory Theater; Honorary Checkbook Fund, providing low income children with Trustee, National Nordic Museum. Past Board Service: Youth supplies to be successful in school. Suicide Prevention Program, Community Transit, Snohomish Statement County Board of Health. As we navigate the unprecedented challenges that lie Statement ahead, it’s critical we have state leaders with the experience, As the son of a carpenter and school lunch lady, I learned the competence and civility to guide our government on the path importance of hard work, education, and opportunity for all. to a more prosperous future for all. These values have guided my public service and advocacy As a lifelong Washingtonian and Democrat, I’ve served for working people and the vulnerable. I’ll build on my record at every level of government and been committed to of proven leadership and break barriers as Washington’s first promoting values of a more fair and just economic system, openly gay statewide executive. a strong public education system, and a commitment to our The Lieutenant Governor’s most important job is serving as environment to ensure generations to come will be able to Senate President. As the only candidate who has served in enjoy the peerless natural beauty of our state. I will continue the Senate, I’m uniquely positioned to get results. I’ve used to champion these causes while fulfilling the other duties my position as Majority Floor Leader to establish the most constitutionally assigned as Lieutenant Governor. generous paid family leave program in the country, close With your continued trust, this office can ensure we don’t big business tax loopholes, expand voting rights, protect roll back the progress we have worked so hard for in reproductive healthcare, build light rail, and pass critical Washington State. We have an opportunity to build a state COVID-relief. that is better than it was before and not sacrifice our most While Congress is mired in gridlock and special interest vulnerable in the name of progress. money, here in Washington we’ve taken bold action, often I’m honored by the numerous former and current elected with bipartisan support. As Lieutenant Governor, I’ll keep state and community leaders, environmentalists, labor and fighting for inclusive economic recovery, universal healthcare, business leaders, and so many other of our neighbors that and quality education accessible to all. have chosen to support our campaign and our vision for a Endorsements: Lieutenant Governor Cyrus Habib; better future. I ask for your support. Washington State Labor Council; Washington Conservation Contact Voters; Alliance for Gun Responsibility; UFCW 21 (nurses (360) 359-1514; [email protected]; DennyHeck.com and grocery workers); over 50 Senate and House colleagues; multiple Democratic organizations; hundreds of city, county, tribal and community leaders statewide. Contact (425) 610-8683; [email protected]; http://www.markoforwa.com Secretary of State | 4-year term 43

Kim Gael Wyman Tarleton (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Serving as Washington Secretary of State from 2013 – I’ve had the great privilege of representing the 36th present; Thurston County Auditor, 2001 – 2013. Legislative District as State Representative since 2013. Other Professional Experience Additionally, I served as Seattle Port Commissioner from Ten years serving as Thurston County Elections Manager 2008 to 2013 and served as Port Commission President and Assistant Recording Manager. Aspen Institute Rodel before my election to the State House. Fellow. National Co-Chair for the Overseas Voting Initiative Other Professional Experience and the National Voter Registration Day Committee; Circle Research Adviser, University of Washington; Director, of Advisors Co-Chair, Vote at Home Institute. SAIC Global Technology; Senior Analyst, U.S. Defense Education Intelligence Agency. Washington State Certified Election Administrator, since Education 1995; Certified Elections Registration Administrator, M.A., Government and National Security; B.S., Foreign Auburn University/Election Center, since 2004; Master of Service, Georgetown University. Public Administration, Troy University; Bachelor of Arts, Community Service California State University, Long Beach. Citizen Roundtable on Politics and Democracy, Co- Community Service Founder; Governor’s Maritime Blue Task Force, Co-Chair; TVW Board of Directors. YMCA Youth and Government Maritime/Manufacturing Resilience Task Force, Co-Chair; Advisory Board. Washington Historical Society Board of College Savings Plan Legislative Advisory Board, Directors. Legislative Delegate; PNNL National Security Directorate Statement Advisory Committee, Board member. As Secretary of State, my most critical responsibility is Statement to inspire public confidence in Washington’s elections. Voting rights and election security are under attack across We achieve that when access and security are balanced. the country. In a time of persistent voter suppression and That’s why we created a secure statewide voter election interference, we need a Secretary of State who registration system to implement accessible same-day will boldly defend every vote and every voter. voter registration; established the first Elections Security I’m running for Secretary of State because I have 30 years Operations Center to respond to foreign interference of experience as a senior defense intelligence and national and cybersecurity threats; and coordinated the efforts to security analyst defending our country from attacks. I develop robust state and county continuity of operations believe that this office needs a new type of leader to plans to respond in a pandemic. protect our election systems and voter information against Because Washington is a nationally recognized leader, we current and emerging threats. have been able to help other states innovate and secure Currently, our national and state election officials are their elections by expanding mail-in voting options during putting party before our democracy. Our state’s top the coronavirus pandemic. I am proud to be the only election official has not denounced threats to defund the candidate with elections experience – in fact, I’ve run over US Postal Service or condemned dangerous attacks on 120 elections in Washington. voting by mail. These threats to election security must This has helped earn the endorsements of all three former not go unchallenged. In contrast, as a legislator I’ve Secretaries of State and over 50 Democratic, Republican, supported every effort to expand voting rights and have and independent County Auditors and Elections Directors. passed bipartisan laws to protect elections and election They understand the complexities of this job and share my workers for all of us. passion for accessible and secure elections, streamlined The needs of this office have changed. It’s time for a new business services, open public records, and preserving era in Washington state elections. I am prepared to face state history. these challenges and lead through the uncertain times I ask for your vote to continue this important work and ahead. I’d be honored to earn your vote. maintain the nonpartisan integrity and citizen-oriented Contact philosophies of this office. (206) 619-1730; [email protected]; Contact https://www.voteforgael.org (360) 763-4992; [email protected]; KimWyman.com 44 State Treasurer | 4-year term

Mike Duane A. Pellicciotti Davidson (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Washington State Representative; House Capital Budget Washington State Treasurer, 2016-present; Benton County Committee Member. Treasurer, 2003-2016. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Mike’s broad experience is needed to lead us through Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Certificate in Public today’s complicated legal financial challenges. An economic Treasury Management (CPTM); former Chief Finance crimes prosecutor (Assistant Attorney General), Mike Officer for Benton County Auditor’s Office; former Assistant managed a State unit of financial examiners, auditors, and State Auditor, Robert Utter YMCA Youth & Government fiscal analysts that returned over $30 million to taxpayers Leadership Award 2018. from financial fraud and government waste. Education Education Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Central Washington Bachelor’s degree (Business Administration, economics University; Associate Degree, Bellevue Community College, minor); Master of Rural Development (Fulbright Scholar, Bellevue, WA. economic development); Law Degree, Gonzaga. Community Service Community Service Chair of Banking Committee, National Association of State As Washington Equal Justice Coalition Chair, Mike Treasurers (NAST); Past Vice President Western Region, advocated for homeowners unlawfully foreclosed upon, NAST; Past President, Washington State Association of veterans denied benefits, and predatory lending victims. County Treasurers; Past President, Atomic City Kiwanis and Federal Way Chamber of Commerce. St. Theresa’s Church Tri-City Industry Kiwanis; Past Treasurer Tri-City Kiwanis parishioner. Foundation; former Church Treasurer. Statement Statement Mike will be an independent treasurer who has never It is an honor to serve you as State Treasurer. I’m proud of accepted corporate campaign donations. He will stop the the achievements my office has made with the help of an longtime practice by treasurers of investing in the same excellent Treasury team. corporations that fund their campaigns. Mike shares our I’ve been a strong advocate for an adequately funded Rainy Washington values; the incumbent treasurer supports Day Fund and will continue to steadfastly protect pension Donald Trump for President. reserves and work to eliminate the unfunded pension A financial transparency champion, Mike led efforts to liability. I will continue to advise the legislature on reducing make the legislature’s records open for public view. He the amount of state debt that is too high. I’m proud of passed laws to expose “dark money” in politics. He wrote the state debt refinancing that saved the state over $450 the Corporate Crime Act that increases financial penalties million in interest and achieved a triple-A bond rating for by 100 times. The Treasurer’s Office thanked Mike for the first time in state history. We will continue to expand the working to pass laws that improved treasury investments. programs that help local governments with their financing & Mike will put working families’ and retirees’ needs first. investment opportunities and continue to grow the financial He will fight to return a billion dollars of Washingtonians’ literacy program. unclaimed money stuck in the treasury back into your Managing public funds should not be subject to partisan hands. Mike opposes a personal income tax and politics. That is why I’m proud and honored to have the successfully supported laws reducing property taxes. endorsement of past State Treasurers Mike Murphy and The son of educators, Mike will keep a watchful eye on your Dan Grimm, both Democrats. Bipartisan support is also $100 billion pension investments. He won’t miss required evident in the over 50 current and past County Treasurers Investment Board meetings. The incumbent treasurer and County Officials that have endorsed my re-election. personally attended just 3 of these 18 critical pension I humbly request your vote to continue the work meetings since the fall of 2017. Endorsed by: Washington safeguarding public funds and increasing the transparency Education Association, State Nurses Association, State of state finances. Labor Council, Washington Conservation Voters, Senator Contact and leaders throughout Washington. (206) 775-8762; [email protected]; Contact https://davidsonforwa.com/ (253) 874-7934; [email protected]; www.electmikep.com State Auditor | 4-year term 45

Pat (Patrice) Chris McCarthy Leyba (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Current 2017-present; Pierce No information submitted County Executive 2009-2016; Pierce County Auditor Other Professional Experience 2003-2008; Tacoma School Director 1987-1999. I spent 11 years as a police officer and detective, 3 Other Professional Experience years of this as a law enforcement performance auditor. Current member of National Association of State Auditors; Previously, I ran a grocery department with approximately National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and 50 employees and $400-500k sales per week. Treasurers. Education Education I obtained my B.S. in Molecular Biology from UW in B.A., University of Washington Tacoma 2007. I am also finishing my MBA in Finance from WSU. Community Service Additionally, I hold several professional certifications Asian Pacific Cultural Center Advisory Board (Current). through my job in law enforcement, including a Pierce County Sexual Assault Center, Emeritus. Tacoma performance auditor certification from ILEAA. South Rotary 1999-2016, Honorary Commander, 62nd Community Service Airlift Wing, 2005-2009. Awards for land conservation, I operate an animal rescue called Secondhand Hearts access for justice and open government; Star of Destiny on our farm and also rescue horses from kill pens across Award, Tacoma Historical Society; Distinguished Alumni Washington. Award, University of Washington Tacoma; Secretary of Statement State’s Auditor of the Year, 2005. The State Auditor’s Office deserves someone who will Statement finally unlock its full potential to serve Washington. This I have had the honor of serving as the elected Washington position has a vital role in oversight of your public dollars, State Auditor for the past four years. I am proud of but it also has the power to perform auditing that can being the first woman to hold this position. Prior to State change the way government agencies spend that money Auditor, I served as Pierce County Executive and Pierce more efficiently. County Auditor. I have a proven and tested public record I am the candidate in this race that has the most hands of leadership. on experience with government auditing and government As State Auditor, it is a privilege to lead over 400 process at the investigative level. I also have perspective employees working across the state to provide fiscal and on all types of Washington governments instead of those accountability audits of all local and state governments. just within our major cities. We have increased the number of cybersecurity and We need an auditor that combines all of this experience performance audits, while conducting numerous with a desire to bring lean business practices to the office investigations including uncovering the largest fraud on and to make recommendations in Washington agencies record. that will create jobs and opportunities across all of our My vision to “increase trust in government” means state. Wherever my department can find opportunities greater transparency and accountability of public money. for us to spend money on products and materials made To accomplish this goal, I have created a user-friendly, by Washington businesses, we will recommend these interactive website that gives you important information opportunities be prioritized by our state government. about each government that serves you. Having an This November, remember that your auditor should be independent, objective review of public dollars is the less about their party and more about their boss: You. hallmark of my work at the State Auditor’s Office. Contact I have been endorsed by many people and organizations, [email protected]; www.leybaaudits.com which are listed at my website: www.patmccarthyauditor. com. I am seeking re-election to this important job and ask for your support. Contact (206) 682-7328; [email protected]; www.patmccarthyauditor.com 46 Attorney General | 4-year term

Bob Matt Ferguson Larkin (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Eight years as Attorney General. An independent leader, I’m not a career politician, and I’ll bring a fresh perspective Bob manages Washington’s largest law office. to the office of Attorney General. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Bob began his legal career in Spokane. He served as a Veteran attorney licensed to practice law in Washington law clerk for two federal judges appointed by presidents and Oregon; Attorney in the White House for former U.S. of both parties. He worked as an attorney advocating for President, Prosecuted in Pierce and Spokane counties, taxpayers and businesses at Preston, Gates & Ellis. Chief Legal Counsel for my family’s 3rd generation Education manufacturing company. Law Degree, New York University; B.A., University of Education Washington Masters of Law Degree (LLM) George Washington Community Service University School of Law; Law Degree (JD) Gonzaga Bob and his family are active in St. Catherine’s Church. University School of Law; Double Major (BA) Westmont He served in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps managing an College emergency services office assisting vulnerable clients. Community Service Central Area Motivation Program volunteer. Advocated for Evergreen Health Board of Trustees; YMCA Youth Yaqui Indians as a law student. Basketball; Woodinville Little League; Timberlake Church; Statement Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission; Vision House; Stronger A fourth-generation Washingtonian, husband and father, Families; Maltby Food Bank Bob Ferguson takes on powerful interests, protects Statement taxpayers, and prosecutes violent crime. I’m running to be your Attorney General because as a Bob brings more consumer protection cases to court than lifelong Washingtonian and father of four little kids, I believe all previous Attorneys General – and hasn’t lost. Bob beat that they deserve a better, safer Washington. Everyone Comcast in trial. Now they’re paying millions for ripping agrees that the homeless situation in our cities has spiraled off Washingtonians. He’s protecting consumers from price out of control, and no one is doing anything about it. This gouging by pharmaceutical companies and prosecuting is unacceptable! For 8 years, homelessness, drug abuse, corporations that defraud taxpayers. He made corporations and crime have been on the rise. As Attorney General, I that acted illegally pay more than $500 million to taxpayers, will make this a priority! I am dedicated to making sure law including $170 million in direct checks to Washingtonians. enforcement and first responders have the tools, training, and resources they need to do their job well. Bob’s helping end the backlog of untested rape kits. He’s prosecuting child sex predators. He successfully fought As an owner of a 3rd generation manufacturing company, for tougher penalties for human traffickers and repeat DUI I understand the struggles that Washington businesses offenders. He partners with AARP to combat cybercrime. face every day, and I will fight to make Washington a more Bob is from a family of veterans. He fought housing business friendly state. I’m proudly endorsed by a former discrimination against disabled veterans and provides Washington Attorney General, State Senators, State servicemembers free legal advocacy. Legislators, County Sheriffs, First Responders, radio talk show hosts, business owners, community leaders, and Bob created an Environmental Protection Division to many more elected officials from all over the state! protect clean air and water. He stopped hazardous waste dumping in Puget Sound and protected Washington’s coast Thanks for your vote — it’s time to roll up our sleeves, get from offshore oil drilling. Bob is independent. He vigorously to work, and take back our streets and parks! enforces campaign transparency laws against both parties. Contact Son of a public school teacher and Boeing employee, Bob (206) 734-8460; [email protected]; works for you – he refuses campaign contributions from www.MattLarkinforAG.com large corporations. Contact (206) 588-5705; [email protected]; www.electbobferguson.com Commissioner of Public Lands | 4-year term 47

Hilary Sue Kuehl Franz Pederson (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Commissioner of Public Lands 2017-present; Bainbridge Former Chair, Grays Harbor Republican Party Island City Council 2008-2011; served on Puget Sound Other Professional Experience Transportation Futures Task Force; Puget Sound Regional Fisheries Biologist, UW, NOAA Fisheries, Army Corps of Council Economic Development Board; and Puget Sound Engineers (WA, OR, AK), WA Dept Fish and Wildlife, King Salmon Recovery Council. County DNR. Power Manager, Grays Harbor PUD; Senior Other Professional Experience Power Analyst, Seattle City Light; Senior Environmental Nonprofit Executive Director 2011-2015, developing Analyst, Seattle City Light; Research Scientist/Publications solutions to statewide natural resource and economic Manager, BioSonics, Inc. development issues; Attorney, representing communities, Education local governments, tribes, unions, and nonprofits on Master’s Degree in Public Administration, University of agriculture, forests, fish and wildlife, aquatics, and labor Washington; Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology (minors issues. in Chemistry and German), Western Washington University. Education Community Service JD, Northeastern University; BA, Smith College. Board Member, Small Faces Child Development Center; Community Service Board Member, Ghana Together; Board Member, Former board member of Conservation Northwest and Commencement Bay Rowing Club (youth program). Washington Environmental Council. Statement Statement Our public lands have been ravaged by natural disasters is proud to serve as Commissioner of Public including tree infestations and forest fires. They’ve also Lands. She is relentless in creating bold, transformational been damaged by a political disaster: state managers that change. As the leader of Washington’s wildfire fighting have focused on serving special interest groups instead force, Hilary pushed for new strategies to reach fires quickly of providing for taxpayers, school districts, and outdoor and keep them small. She then secured record-setting recreational enthusiasts. funding for our wildland firefighters. No more policy-by-press-conference, or angling for Hilary is a defender of our public lands. When the federal higher political office. It’s time for new leadership. Sue is government tried to open our waters to offshore drilling, running to bring that new leadership to DNR, the agency Hilary refused to allow drilling equipment to cross our responsible for managing our state’s 3 million acres of trust coastline. In the face of climate change, Hilary is prioritizing land. wind and solar power and making investments to save our Informed by a lifetime of managing natural resources, forests. Sue will work to ensure that Washington’s working forests Hilary leads by bridging divides and bringing people continue to provide a steady, reliable stream of income for together. She’s earned high marks from leaders across our public schools. We’ll do this by adopting proven forest the state, including from conservative leaders in rural management techniques that reduce disease and excess Washington, who’ve praised her willingness to solve fuel loads in our forests, which accelerate devastating local issues, increase funding for schools, invest in rural forest fires. Sue will use her experience as a UW and NOAA economic development, and tackle our forest health crisis. fisheries and habitat biologist to strike the right balance Hilary’s Washington roots run deep, from her grandparents’ between protecting wildlife and protecting Washington’s cattle ranch in Pierce County to raising her three boys on forest economy. a farm on Bainbridge Island. Endorsed by the Washington Raised in rural Washington, Sue has a distinguished career State Labor Council, National Women’s Political Caucus, in natural resource management, including service as a Washington Conservation Voters, Sierra Club, Washington regulatory liaison for a major hydropower construction Education Association, and Democratic and Republican project. She has raised two adult children and survived leaders across Washington. breast cancer. Contact Contact (206) 682-7328; [email protected]; [email protected]; CitizensForSue.com www.hilaryfranz.com 48 Superintendent of Public Instruction | 4-year term

Chris Maia Reykdal Espinoza (Nonpartisan) (Nonpartisan)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Superintendent of Public Instruction, Local School Board Not a politician, bringing a much-needed new perspective to Director, Legislator. our school system! Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Classroom Teacher; Budget and Finance Executive, Fiscal Business owner; School teacher; OSPI Student Data Task Analyst for the . Force, Opportunity Gap Oversight Committee; Washington Education State Commission on Hispanic Affairs; German Marshall Baccalaureate Degree in Social Studies and a Teaching Scholar, first Washingtonian selected for global education Certificate, Washington State University. Master’s Degree forum. in Public Administration with an emphasis on Budget, Education Finance, and Performance Management, University of MS, Curriculum and Instruction, Western Governors North Carolina - Chapel Hill. University; BBA, Pacific Lutheran University; AA, Running Community Service Start, Pierce College; Clover Park HS, attended a dozen Parent volunteer in schools, youth soccer coach, local city public schools nationwide. planning commissioner, food bank volunteer, education Community Service foundation board member, education scholarship founder, Center for Latino Leadership Director; Youth Soccer Coach; and non-profit fundraiser. School Auction Chair, Coffee Oasis youth shelter Core Statement Team Member; Tacoma Arts Live Board Member; Catholic Thank you Washington voters, I am grateful to serve as Daughters Association; Civil Air Patrol; PLU Business your State Superintendent. We have achieved so much Network Board. together: Record graduation rates with more rigorous Statement course taking; Dual language learning is expanding; Our schools are facing a defining moment. Teachers aren’t Supports for students with disabilities are growing rapidly; happy, families are stressed, students are struggling, and the College courses are increasing in our high schools, opportunity gap is widening. The delivery of public education saving families tens of millions of dollars in tuition; Civics has changed dramatically, and we’ve been forced to adapt. is a graduation requirement again; Career and technical Now is our chance to reimagine a better education system education is now a graduation pathway option; School because the status quo is no longer an option. construction is at an all-time high, creating thousands To improve our school system, we need to: use technology of jobs; Teachers are finally earning competitive market to innovate classrooms and unlock possibilities for more salaries; and healthcare has been expanded to thousands personalized learning; provide school schedules that fit the of additional school employees. needs of working families and teachers; and teach students We have major work ahead of us: 1) Emerge from key life skills like managing finances, living independently, COVID-19 better connected; 2) Enhance mental health and resolving conflicts. and other student supports; 3) Improve kindergarten With kids of my own in public schools, I support parental readiness; 4) Build more career and technical education choice and local control. The incumbent ignored parents programs; and 5) We must ensure that rural communities and educators by championing a policy that teaches have equitable access to educational resources. sexual positions to 4th graders! Meanwhile, nearly half of It will take experienced leadership to maintain our Washington’s students are failing to meet state standards investments and further improve student achievement. I in core subjects. I am endorsed by parents, teachers, and am the first Superintendent in more than 30 years to have school board members across Washington because I kids in public school during my service. I am endorsed by respect community input. Washington’s Teachers! I would be honored to earn your I am running for Superintendent because I believe our kids vote. deserve better and can achieve more. If elected, we will Contact update our school system to meet the needs of families, [email protected]; www.chrisreykdal.org teachers, and the future economy. Contact (253) 224-1410; [email protected]; www.MaiaForUs.com Insurance Commissioner | 4-year term 49

Mike Chirayu Avinash Kreidler Patel (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience has served with distinction as Insurance This would be my first elected position as I am of age to Commissioner since 2001. Mike also served as a school hold office now. board member, State Representative, State Senator and Other Professional Experience U.S. Congressman. Fully Licensed Insurance Agent with Property, Casualty, Life Other Professional Experience and Disability Insurance Licenses. Have been involved in Mike worked as a Doctor of Optometry for 20 years. He the industry for 21 years. was a small business owner and served as Director of Education Region 10 for the U.S. Department of Health and Human I going to use the O.I.C. to acquire and manage 168 Services. students as I need in order to major in Every Degree at UW Education Community Service Mike earned a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pacific I have volunteered with the National Multiple Sclerosis University and a master’s degree in public health from Society and the Hole in the Wall Camps and will look for as UCLA. many philanthropic endeavors as I able to incorporate into Community Service my schedule as Insurance Commissioner. Mike is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Statement Reserves. He has been a member of a number of I am an autistic savant who has extensive knowledge community service organizations. and the many of the abilities of the President Reagan and Statement President Jefferson Presidencies that I will incorporate into Mike Kreidler is a strong and independent voice who running the O.I.C. externally like the Reagan Administration continues to stand up to powerful industry interests as an and Internally (within WA) as the Jefferson Administration. advocate for insurance consumers. In his first five terms as I am the only candidate who has incorporated Specific Insurance Commissioner, Mike Kreidler saved consumers Roles for Mr. Kriedler and Mr. Welti in the Office of in our state over $300 million in auto and homeowners’ Insurance Commissioner. I will be the External Insurance insurance by cutting excessive premium rates. Commissioner for 60% of the time. Mr. Kriedler and Mr. His consumer protection staff has helped thousands of Welti would each be External Insurance Commissioner for Washingtonians with insurance problems, recovering over 20% of the time if I am elected Insurance Commissioner. $200 million in wrongfully delayed or denied claims. The I would fill the roles of Ronald, Nancy and Nixon, and Mr. people of Washington deserve quality health insurance. Kriedler would be assigned the role of Carter and Mr. Welti Mike Kreidler has worked tirelessly to make sure insurance would be Gerald Ford. companies can no longer deny coverage. He convinced As for Internally, I have found 168 Honorable Insurance the Legislature to pass law protecting consumers from Agents all of whom are more qualified then myself to receiving surprise medical bills from emergency services. each serve in 1 hour increments as Internal Insurance He will continue working with community, business, and Commissioners of Washington state. That is how the legislative leaders to further improve access to affordable Jeffersonian movement to Counterbalance and stabilize the health care and reduce the number of uninsured in our Affordable Care Act. state, especially during their time of greatest need. Mike Additionally, I am fully willing and prepared to work with the Kreidler is a proven leader who has served the people of either the Trump or Biden Administration. Washington with dedication, fairness and hard work. Contact He consistently earns endorsements from consumer, labor, (206) 778-4127; [email protected]; business, retiree, educational, health care organizations, www.onemanrepublicanthinktank.com and individuals across our state. Please join them by electing Mike Kreidler to another term as Insurance Commissioner. Contact (509) 768-8523; [email protected]; www.mikekreidler.com 50

Legislative Qualifications & Responsibilities Legislators must be registered voters of their district.

Legislature Legislators propose and enact public policy, set a budget, and provide for the collection of taxes to support state and local government. State Senator The Senate has 49 members; one from each legislative district in the state. Senators are elected to four-year terms, and approximately one-half the membership of the Senate is up for election each even-numbered year. The Senate’s only exclusive duty is to confirm appointments made by the governor. State Representative The House of Representatives has 98 members; two from each legislative district in the state. Representatives are elected to two-year terms, so the total membership of the House is up for election each even-numbered year.

Candidate statements are printed exactly as submitted. The Office of the Secretary of State does not make corrections of any kind or verify statements for truth or fact. State Senator | District 2 | 4-year term 51

Rick Jim Payne McCune (Prefers Democrat Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Past Vice President International Brotherhood of State Representative, 2005-2013. Pierce County Teamsters; Appointed Secretary Treasurer Teamsters Local Councilman, 2013- Present. Chair, Performance Audit 313; Past Teamsters Delegate Pierce County Central Labor and Public Safety Committees. Member, Community Council; currently Elected Democratic Precinct Committee Development. Past Member, Joint Committee on Veteran Officer Affairs, Economic and Infrastructure, Technology, Energy Other Professional Experience and Zoo Trek Authority Committees. Elected Union Officer With Statewide jurisdiction for Other Professional Experience Department of corrections, negotiated and oversaw Small business owner, 50 years; Seafood distributor and more than 100 contracts with state,county,city,school marketer. districts,multi-national corporations,and union members. Education Education Highline HS; private courses in Constitutional Law and early MT. Tahoma High School Class of 1985; Labor Law & American History. Contract Negotiation Certificate Training Community Service Community Service Hatchery corporation board member (10 years); Guardian Active member of Holy Disciples Catholic Church; Pierce of Small Business Award (NFIB); Cornerstone Award (AWB); county Democrats Volunteer “Friend of Farmers” (WA Farm Bureau); Active church Statement member; former Awana Leader, Assistant Scoutmaster, Although we live close to Olympia, it seems we can never Youth basketball coach, adoptive and foster parent. Past get the legislature to focus on our community. To get results Member Backcountry Horseman; Graham Business from the State Senate, We need elected leaders who Association. understand the challenges we face and will fight for us. Statement Rick Payne has been a champion for working people Jim McCune works for you! He always puts principles over for decades-negotiating on behalf of union members for politics. Nobody fights harder to protect your constitutional increased wages, affordable health care,better retirements, rights. After representing you in Olympia, then on the Pierce and safe working conditions. As we return to work and County Council, Jim is ready to be your advocate in the recover from the Covid pandemic, We need Rick’s expertise State Senate. in employee rights and workplace safety to ensure that we At both the state and county levels, Jim secured funding are healthy,safe,and protected on the job. for projects like the Yelm Bypass, Cross Base Highway, Rick’s priority in Olympia will be recovering from the Highway 162, and traffic lights on dangerous intersections. pandemic, but it cannot be our only focus. The issues Jim has advocated for 4-H programs, county fairs, and that faced our community before COVID are even more trail systems like the Prairie Line Trail from Roy to Yelm. prominent now and must be addressed. The impact of the He worked to fight human trafficking and keep dangerous pandemic on the state budget will be significant and Rick drugs out of neighborhoods. He opposes normalizing drug will stand up for our Students and Families to protecting culture and the early release of violent felons. funding for our local schools. You can count on Jim to oppose tax increases. He will fight This is also not the time to raise taxes on local families- for $30 car tabs and property tax reductions, especially for Rick will take on our upside-down tax structure, and make seniors and disabled veterans. Government must live within sure the corporate special interests pay their fair share. its means. Contact Jim believes a quality K-12 education is the foundation for (360) 893-3191; [email protected] higher learning, and strongly believes in local control of schools. Parents, not government, should determine the values taught to their children. As our Senator, Jim McCune will work to reduce financial burdens on individuals and businesses to help them bounce back from tough economic times. Contact (253) 732-0519; [email protected]; www.ElectJimMcCune.com 52 State Representative | District 2 Position 1 | 2-year term

Andrew Barkis Unopposed (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Andrew has represented us in the State House since 2016. Other Professional Experience Owner and Designated Broker at Hometown Property Management. Education Centralia College, AA Degree; Seattle University, BA in Communications; US Army ROTC, Chieftain Battalion. Proud graduate of the Chehalis School District. Community Service Past Board Member, Boys and Girls Club of Thurston County; Advisor, Homes First; Past Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America Troop 222; Former President, Lacey Chamber of Commerce. Andrew is also involved with Lacey Sunrise Lions, Lacey Gateway Rotary; active member of Lacey, Yelm, and Thurston County Chambers of Commerce.?Please visit electAndrewBarkis.org to learn more about Andrew’s community service. Statement Andrew Barkis is a leader in our community, and one of the legislature’s most trusted voices. Both Democrats and Republicans recognize Andrew as a leader in fixing the housing crisis and for his work helping write the state Transportation Budget, which included important local projects. Today, we’re all concerned about COVID-19 and how we safely reopen our state. For this job, Andrew is “essential.” He’s already working to protect renters and property owners, and ensure housing remains available. Andrew’s experience as a small business owner, and his compassion and common sense are needed now more than ever. Contact (360) 810-8014; [email protected]; electandrewbarkis.org State Representative | District 2 Position 2 | 2-year term 53

JT Veronica Wilcox Whitcher Rockett (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience JT is the House Republican Leader and has represented Veronica has served as a precinct committee officer for our community since 2010. the Thurston County Democrats for three years. She Other Professional Experience was the Chair of the Thurston County Young Democrats JT has worked dozens of jobs on the family farm, from in 2018 and has been serving as the Vice Chair of the maintaining the irrigation system to CFO. He also led the Thurston County Democratic Women since 2019. national “Got Milk” ad campaign, and currently manages Other Professional Experience the family’s forest lands. As a full time caregiver for her family, Veronica has a keen Education sense of the issues LD2 families are facing. Graduated from Yelm High School; BA in History from Education Washington State University. Veronica went to River Ridge High School in Lacey, WA. Community Service After that she attended South Puget Sound Community Trustee of the Washington State Historical Society; Former College and Cornish College of the Arts. President, Yelm Lions Club; Former volunteer fireman; Community Service He was awarded an Honorary Chapter Farmer degree by Veronica is a volunteer with the PTA at her children’s the Yelm FFA and has served on several school district school. committees. Statement Statement As your representative, I will fight for our schools, JT Wilcox grew up working on his family’s farm, where he healthcare for all, and our community’s most vulnerable. still lives today alongside four generations of Wilcoxes. Difficult decisions are ahead of us and we need a The values JT learned on the farm are the values we need reasonable, responsible leader at the table. Our economy in Olympia: honesty, hard work, and careful planning for is struggling. Families are hurting. I will be your voice, the future, which in Olympia means being conservative demanding real tax reform and ending tax breaks for large with taxpayer money. corporations who’ve benefited from this pandemic. I won’t Today, the challenge facing our community is COVID-19. stand by and allow lawmakers to solve the impending Nationwide, both Democrats and Republicans agree with budget crisis on the backs of our children, seniors, and JT that we need to reopen our economy safely. JT knows the working class. I look forward to representing the that it’s simply not true that we must pick between saving families of LD 2 and of Washington state. lives and saving jobs and businesses. We can, and must, Contact do both. (360) 480-3614; [email protected]; Contact voteveronicald2.com [email protected]; jtwilcox.org 54 State Senator | District 20 | 4-year term

John Braun Unopposed (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience State Senator 20th Legislative District, 2013-Present; Ranking Member, Ways and Means Committee; Member, Economic Revenue Forecast Committee; Member, Commerce and Labor Committee; Member, Financial Institutions, Economic Development & Trade Other Professional Experience President of family business that employs nearly 200 people in our community and manufactures emergency vehicles. He is a Captain in the Naval Reserve. Education Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of Washington; Master’s Degrees in Business Administration and Engineering, University of Michigan Community Service Member, Centralia College Foundation Board; Former Member, Providence Centralia Hospital Community Board; Former Member, Timberland Regional Library Board of Trustees; Former Member, St. Joseph School Commission Statement Senator Braun has a proven record of delivering real results on jobs, education, the budget, and protecting the most vulnerable. He authored the first tuition cut in state history, reducing tuition by thousands and helping to make college more affordable for families across the state. Senator Braun listens. He works hard for us. He fights effectively for the families and communities in our area. And he is a strong advocate for the developmentally disabled and mentally ill. He is dedicated to reform government in ways that make our tax dollars spent by state government work harder to help people in need and less to keep bureaucrats and state officials in comfortable positions. These are challenging times for our families with over a million people out of work and businesses shutting their doors. State revenues are in decline. Many in Olympia will call for billions of dollars in higher taxes. Senator Braun’s answer is different. He doesn’t support higher taxes on people who have lost their jobs while public officials and employees receive pay raises. Contact (360) 508-6540; [email protected] State Representative | District 20 Position 1 | 2-year term 55

Peter Timothy Abbarno Zahn (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Centralia City Councilmember, 2016- present Democratic Party Precinct Committee Officer for Toutle Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP, Owner/Attorney: 2010 - 5 years working with the farmers of Southwest present; Bicoastal Media AM1470 KELA ‘Let’s Talk About Washington It’ Host: 2016 - present. Education Education Bachelors degree in Information Technology and University of Washington, Master of Laws in Taxation: Administrative Management from Central Washington 2009; Vermont Law School, Juris Doctor: 2008; State University. University of New York at Fredonia, BA: 1997. Community Service Community Service Cowlitz County Humane Society general volunteer; First Centralia College Foundation (President 2018-2020); Robotics Mentor; Volunteer for the 2018 Carolyn Long Lewis Economic Development Council; Mentoring at campaign W.F. West and Morton High School; Watch D.O.G.S. Statement in Centralia School District; Hub City Mission; Lewis As a lifelong resident of Toutle, I am well acquainted County Special Olympics; Lewis County Bar Association with the needs of rural Washington. I have worked in the and Legal Aid, (President 2013); Centralia Little League, fields and farms of southwest Washington and know the Centralia Youth Soccer, and United Early Learning Center difficulty young people have finding jobs in the local area. Project. I plan to introduce a number of sustainable development Statement initiatives to create jobs and boost rural economies. I also I am a small business owner, husband, parent, and want to increase access to higher education in the area taxpayer like you. My wife is a middle school math by expanding local community colleges to offer four year teacher and my children attend elementary school. As degrees. Through these programs and others like them State Representative, I will focus on solutions for issues I will work to create a booming economy and a brighter impacting all of us! future. My priorities include: Working on meaningful and fiscally Contact responsible economic recovery; Incentivizing business [email protected]; electzahn.com growth and job creation by reducing burdensome taxes and regulations; Creating greater early learning and educational opportunities for working families; Protecting our valued traditions and constitutional freedoms; and Supporting the important efforts of our law enforcement and first responders. Thank you for your vote! Contact (360) 706-7137; [email protected]; www.ElectPeterAbbarno.com 56 State Representative | District 20 Position 2 | 2-year term

Ed Will Orcutt Rollet (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Serving in his ninth two-year term in the House of No information submitted Representatives, Ed Orcutt serves on the Transportation Other Professional Experience Committee; Finance Committee (ranking member); Will Rollet has worked in commercial vehicle compliance, Economic Development, Agriculture, and Natural workplace safety compliance, and private security after Resources Committee; Joint Legislative Audit & Review several years in hospitality. Committee (vice chair); and Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (chair). Education Will is a student at Lower Columbia College where he Other Professional Experience studies Communications. Consulting forester/owner of Cascade Forest Management. Community Service Will Rollet is an active member of his local Lions Club Education participating in their paper recycling program. He also B.S. degree in Forest Management, University of Idaho. serves as a member of the Kelso Public Library Advisory Community Service Board. An active volunteer, Ed Orcutt is a member of the Kalama Statement Lions Club, and has served as past chairman of the Will Rollet is a driven leader who will be a voice for Highlander Festival, member of the Columbia Theatre the future of Washington. He will work for affordable Board, and as a youth bowling coach. housing and education options, broadband access, small Statement business development programs, healthcare for all, and State Representative Ed Orcutt has earned a reputation commonsense firearms safety regulations. Will Rollet is in Olympia as an effective, independent leader who works a candidate who understands the economic hardships hard to make things happen for the families in Southwest facing many Washington families and will work to ensure Washington. He’s a leader in protecting taxpayers, natural that the taxes they pay are never wasted. Will Rollet is the resource-based jobs, property rights, and the quality of voice from the crowd with a choice for the future. life we all enjoy. Contact Ed Orcutt’s priorities include creating new family-wage [email protected] jobs, making government agencies more responsive to the citizens they serve, and making government live within its means. That means funding education and vital services using existing revenues and protecting taxpayers from tax increases. Let’s keep Ed Orcutt in the House. Contact (360) 751-2317; [email protected]; RepEdOrcutt.com State Senator | District 22 | 4-year term 57

Sam Garry Hunt Holland (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience North Thurston School Board, 1995-2003; Washington No information submitted State Representative 2001-2017; Washington State Other Professional Experience Senator 2017-Present Concluded an extraordinarily successful 33-year career Other Professional Experience with the State Department of Social and Health Services Sam’s lived in Olympia for 40 years. Both children live and performing in a variety of critical functions in support of work in Olympia. He taught school in Pasco, worked for Washington citizens. the US Senate Appropriations Committee, Washington Education State Senate, Governor Booth Gardner, and Department Holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Financial of Information Services. Planning and numerous hours of continuing education in Education Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Accounting, Leadership, BA Washington State University; graduate study, WSU Supervision and Communication. and University of Oregon Community Service Community Service Community and volunteer activities include leadership Olympia Kiwanis Club; former member The Nature of bond and levy initiatives for North Thurston Public Conservancy of Washington Board, Washington State Schools; President of the Parent Teacher Association; Historical Society Board, and Thurston County Democrats fund raising for the PTA and High School Booster’s; and, former chair. thousands of volunteer hours teaching youth development Statement and leadership at his community church. Experience counts, especially in difficult times. Sam’s a Statement leader who gets things done. He headed major election Garry Holland is committed to strengthening communities. reforms putting Washington first in the nation in voting As a husband and father, he knows the value of a quality access. He sponsored online voter registration, vote by education, meaningful work and selfless public service. mail and the new presidential primary. Washington will Among the most treasured resources in our State are lead the country in turnout with no lines to vote. its’ public employees who serve with distinction in our He supports improved, equitable public education schools and public support agencies. funding. He will work to reduce the reliance of property Our community will be confronted with great challenges taxes to fund education, class sizes reduction, and well in the years to come and a remarkable effort will be deserved salary improvements for educators. required to assure a bright and sustainable future for all Sam chairs the State Government, Tribal Relations & our citizens. We must continue to address our funding Elections Committee, serves on the Senate Ways & Means challenges in education; develop sustainable budgets that and K-12 Education Committees. He’s a strong supporter reflect our values while not burdening future generations; of state employees and works hard to ensure worthwhile and enact policies that grow our economy and allow for projects and programs are funded. optimal job creation. COVID-19 painfully shows our healthcare system’s Garry will go to work immediately in the State Senate to failures. This experience proves we need universal keep full funding of our schools, improve state programs healthcare. It also illustrates our antiquated tax structure, for homelessness, and strengthen public safety in our taxing high wage earners at a lower percentage than neighborhoods. middle and low income, must change. He supports a Garry is committed to our neighborhoods, our houses progressive tax structure that includes a capital gains tax of worship, our workplaces, our families and to the and sales and property tax reductions. Senator Sam Hunt immutable values that bind us together as a community. will work hard to move Washington forward and help us Contact emerge from these very difficult times. Please vote for hollandforsenator.com Sam. Contact (360) 456-0886; [email protected]; http://www.votesamhunt.com 58 State Representative | District 22 Position 1 | 2-year term

Laurie J. D. Dolan Ingram (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience State Representative; 22nd LD; Position 1 (2017-2020) None Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience 30 Years K-12 Education (Classroom Teacher and Thirty years of experience working in data analytics, Administrator); 28 Years Labor/Management Bargaining; 4 financial analysis and management roles in healthcare Years Policy Director to Governor organizations and healthcare insurance organizations. Education Education BA in English and Education - University of Washington; Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Ohio University; Master of MA in Special Ed – Gonzaga; PhD in Organizational Health Administration, Duke University Leadership and Superintendent’s Credential - Gonzaga Community Service Community Service Volunteer at Black Lake Elementary School, Tumwater; Rotary Club of Olympia (32 year Rotarian); Former Coach and Board member, Lacy Babe Ruth Baseball Volunteer Intake Advocate at SideWalk, working with Statement homeless veterans I believe in you. I believe in your ability to run your life with Statement minimal interference from the government. Our nation was As we tackle urgent public health and economic founded on the principle of individual liberty. We need disruptions, we cannot ignore or roll back progress we’ve government, just less government than we have been made in K-12 funding, early learning, affordable tuition, getting. Using the Federal and State Constitutions as my 100% clean electricity and investments in affordable guide, I will carefully review all new laws and revisions housing and mental health services. As a career educator, to existing laws to ensure that they are constitutional, longtime union member and two time cancer survivor, I’ll support individual liberty and personal freedom. I’m a continue fighting for safe, nurturing schools, living wage reasonable person with a lot of life experience, and my jobs and protections for frontline workers, and expanding experience as an analyst means I know how to ask good affordable healthcare options so no one is without needed questions. coverage. Contact I’m committed to addressing budget challenges with (360) 790-3611; [email protected] responsible, progressive revenue, protecting essential State services. I am honored to serve you, and appreciate your vote. Contact [email protected]; FriendsofLaurieDolan.com State Representative | District 22 Position 2 | 2-year term 59

Dusty Jessica Pierpoint Bateman (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience None Olympia Mayor Pro-Tem; Olympia City Councilmember Other Professional Experience 2015 - Current Proudly served as the Lacey Chief of Police from 2005 to Other Professional Experience 2018. Past Board member for the Washington Association I work as a Health Policy Analyst for Community Health of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), Worked with Centers in WA. Previously I served as Community Impact the North Thurston Public Schools on safety planning Director for the United Way of Thurston County and and implementation of the School Resource Officer Legislative Aide in the legislature. Program, Strophy Foundation (support Therapeutic Education Courts), Thurston County Law and Justice Council, Law I am the first in my family to earn a college degree. Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD). Associate degree, Green River Community College; Education bachelor of arts in environmental studies and master’s Bachelor of Arts, The Evergreen State College, Graduate degree in public administration, The Evergreen State FBI National Academy #213. College. Community Service Community Service together, Olympia/Thurston County Crime Stoppers, and a I served as an Olympia Planning Commissioner 2013 former Rotarian and youth sports coach. - 2015, GRuB Board member 2013 - 2015, WFSE Statement 443-member 2012 – 2015, and community organizer. As your state representative, we must quit minimizing Statement property crime and fraud, increase support to veterans, We need a proven, progressive legislator who stands and make it easier for small business in Washington. with working families, seniors, and our most vulnerable. Defend State funded pensions. Our State budget must reflect our values and priorities, We must do more than just enable homelessness. Must especially in a period of recovery. On City Council, I led link enforcement and treatment, based on the therapeutic the Home Fund Campaign, wrote Olympia’s Sanctuary courts model, to address underlying conditions like City resolution, and supported ambitious carbon reduction joblessness, addiction, and mental illness. Veterans goals. deserve our support. We must increase the veteran I am committed to inclusivity and equity, affordable assistance program locations across the state. Reduce housing for all, comprehensive healthcare, tax fairness excessive regulations and fees so small businesses can and a sustainable environment. Endorsed: Congressman employ more of our neighbors with good paying jobs. I , Senator Sam Hunt, Representative Laurie ask for your vote for State Representative. Dolan, WA Education Association, Local Firefighters, Contact State Labor Council, WA Federation of State Employees, (360) 402-0723; [email protected]; Aerospace Machinists, and Thurston County Young www.electdusty.com Democrats. Contact (360) 857-0950; [email protected]; www.votejessicabateman.com 60 State Representative | District 35 Position 1 | 2-year term

Dan Colton Griffey Myers (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Washington State Legislature First time candidate; 3rd Generation District Resident Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Truck Driver, professional Lieutenant Firefighter EMT, Senior Health Policy Analyst, Washington State Health Small Business Owner, Union President, Emergency Care Authority; Student Consultant, Mason County Training Instructor at our Local Schools. Opioid Stakeholder Group (MCOSG); District Intern, Education Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09); Legal Assistant, North Mason High School 1989, North Bend Fire Ryan, Montgomery & Armstrong, Inc. P.S. Academy 1989, Industrial Electronics (2year Certification) Education Olympic College, Occupational Certifications as well as University of Washington, Evans School of Public Policy & Fire Officer. Governance, MPA (2019); Western Washington University, Community Service BA (2014); Central Kitsap High School (2010) I support Turning Pointe Domestic Violence Shelter, Community Service Homes for our Troops, and the YMCA. I have volunteered Precinct Committee Officer (Apex 162, Kitsap County), with Habitat for Humanity, United Way, served the hungry eBoard of Young Democrats of Kitsap County, eBoard of at St. David’s and chaperoned school events for my 3 35th Legislative District Democrats, Graduate Professional daughters.I began volunteering as a firefighter at 16 and Student Senate @ UW (Formerly) was one of the youngest EMTs certified in Washington Statement State. Our communities have fallen behind-- harming families Statement and businesses-- because Olympia politicians care more I enjoy serving you in Olympia. Working shoulder to about special interests than service. We need a new shoulder with Republicans and Democrats alike, I voted generation of leadership committed to common sense to protect our elderly, end the Statute of Limitations on solutions. felony sex crimes, process all rape kits, protected Social As a health policy analyst and 3rd generation district Security numbers from disclosure on public documents, resident, I’ll be a strong voice for local jobs, focusing on provided training opportunities for firefighters (saving career training for vets and displaced workers, traditional local dollars) and worked to eliminate loopholes allowing industries we cannot lose, improving health outcomes, criminals to walk free. education our kids deserve, broadband infrastructure that Since elected, I’ve been able to help thousands of people is more critical than ever, and fight for tax fairness: closing in our district work through tough problems and get loopholes and giving struggling families a break. With your results. I’m in your corner and I am asking for your vote to vote, I’ll fight for you in Olympia! continue the work we started. Stronger Together. Contact Contact [email protected]; (360) 204-9636; [email protected]; https://www.electcoltonmyers.com/ www.Griffey4StateHouse.com State Representative | District 35 Position 2 | 2-year term 61

Drew C. Darcy MacEwen Huffman (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience State Representative 2013-present; Ranking Member: Has not held elected office, not a career politician. Commerce & Gaming; Assistant Ranking Member: Other Professional Experience Appropriations; Deputy Floor Leader 25 years of banking, finance and risk management Other Professional Experience experience. Nine years as the Resource and President of Falcon Financial Inc., Managing Partner of Communication Director at The Lutheran Church of The Mountain Lakes Capital Management, and partner in Good Shepherd in Olympia Smoking Mo’s Restaurant and The Dock Education Education Coffeyville Community College; Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science from University of State of New York; B.S. in Mass Communications Graduate- US Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program Community Service Community Service Darcy is currently the Vice-President of the Southwestern I am a member of Shelton Rotary, St David’s Church, and Washington Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Shelton Mason Chamber of Commerce of which I am America (ELCA). She also sits on their Affordable Housing a past president. I am also a supporter of Shelton YMCA, Taskforce. Her other community involvement includes Love Inc, Mason Hospital Foundation and Kitsap Medical CIELO, Inter-Faith Works, Sidewalk, Altrusa and Creative Society. Theatre Experience. Statement Statement It is my honor to be serving you in the State House. I have Right now, we need leaders who are not driven by party a strong bipartisan track record of improving our K12 politics but by the desire to help people. education, higher education system, state government As your Representative I will be the independent, reforms, and reducing taxes on our citizens. I have thoughtful leader we need to help our community advocated for better budgeting and living within our rebound quickly from this economic collapse by making means. I have spoken out about our need to be setting sure that everyone has access to good jobs and good aside more funds for an economic downturn. We are now healthcare. I will work to create partnerships to increase seeing just how severe a downturn can be. We need to affordable public access to broadband ensuring that both have veteran leadership to tackle the budget crisis we students and businesses have the resources they need now face. I ask for your vote. Thank you! to thrive. Endorsed by Congressman Derek Kilmer and Contact Congressman Denny Heck, and the Washington State (360) 250-0730; [email protected]; Labor Council. I ask for your vote. www.votedrewmac.com Contact (360) 951-5037; [email protected]; https://www.darcyhuffman.com 62

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Judges Judicial candidates must be in good standing to practice law in Washington and are prohibited from statements that appear to commit them on legal issues that may come before them in court. State Supreme Court Justice The is the highest judiciary in the state. State Supreme Court justices hear appeals and decide cases from Courts of Appeals and other lower courts. Nine justices are elected statewide to serve six- year terms. Court of Appeals Judge Court of Appeals judges hear appeals from Superior Courts. A total of 22 judges serve three divisions headquartered in Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane. Court of Appeals judges serve six-year terms. Superior Court Judge Superior Courts hear felony criminal cases, civil matters, divorces, juvenile cases, and appeals from the lower courts. Superior Courts are organized by county into 30 districts. Superior Court judges serve four-year terms.

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Dave Raquel Larson Montoya-Lewis (Nonpartisan) (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Legal/Judicial Experience 23 years as a highly rated trial attorney, 12 years as a judge. State Supreme Court Justice with 20 years judicial Other Professional Experience experience: Whatcom County Superior Court, 2015-2020; Judge Larson is a leader in the judiciary, serving on the Former Chief Judge for the Lummi Nation, Upper Skagit Legislative, Therapeutic Courts, Public Trust & Confidence and Nooksack Indian tribes. Committees; the Civic Learning Council, and Council on Other Professional Experience Independent Courts. Recipient of the Judge William Nevins Former Professor at Western Washington University; Award for civics education and DMCJA President’s Award Nationally recognized educator, trained hundreds of judges. for protecting judicial independence. Education Education BA, University of New Mexico; JD, UW Law School, MSW, B.A., Public Administration, UPS; J.D., SU Law School. UW School of Social Work Community Service Community Service 2018 “Hero” of Federal Way Schools award. He attends Justice Montoya-Lewis served on the Washington State St. Vincent DePaul Parish. A member of Kiwanis, where he Advisory Group & the Federal Advisory Committee on founded the Aktion Club, for people with developmental Juvenile Justice, Family Violence Advisory Board for the disabilities. National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, Statement and co-chaired the Whatcom County Commercial Sexual Judge Dave Larson is our best choice for state Supreme Exploitation of Children Task Force. Court Justice because he will protect our civic rights and Statement uphold the law and constitution as written. Judge Larson I am proud to serve you on our highest court, where I bring has a record of fairness and impartiality, which is why he’s diverse judicial experience and a reputation for fairness and enjoyed strong support from Democrats, Republicans, and common sense--making sure laws are applied without bias Independents over his career. During this time of growing or political influence. I have presided over therapeutic drug division, we need a Justice like Dave Larson. courts, developed innovative programs for children and Judge Larson has been a champion for improving our families, and managed hundreds of trials, including felony courts. As the Presiding Judge of Federal Way, he’s criminal trials and complex civil litigation. I’m committed to supported reforms to reduce domestic violence, combat ensuring victims are heard and supported. drug addiction, and better serve the mentally ill. Judge As Washington’s first Native American Justice, I’m proud Larson knows these same approaches can be used to of my record of accomplishments and appreciate my role reduce the impacts of the homelessness crisis, humanely as a voice for underrepresented communities. I’ve worked making our communities safer. hard to earn the respect of my peers, those who appear in If you know Judge Larson, you know how much he cares my courtroom, and voters looking for qualified, impartial, about the people who appear in his courtroom. He’s fair, independent judges. compassionate, and respectful. Dave’s also a great legal An award winning advocate for children and youth, I’ve mind, he knows the law and the State Constitution. As a worked to restore young lives rather than create a cycle of faculty member of the state’s Judicial College, he taught incarceration. We must invest in early intervention to deter other judges about judicial independence. criminal behavior, providing pathways for success for those Judge Larson has the character and legal experience we who do commit crimes. need in our next Justice. Judge Dave Larson. For Justice. My thoughtful approach is reflected by “exceptionally well For All. qualified” evaluations. I’m endorsed by my Supreme Court Contact colleagues, judges statewide, as well as the State Labor (253) 344-4716; [email protected]; Council, Washington Conservation Voters, the National www.larsonforwa.org Women’s Political Caucus-WA, Women of Color in Politics, and more. Contact justicemontoyalewis.com 64 Supreme Court Justice | Position 4 | 6-year term

Charles W. Johnson Unopposed (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Charles W. Johnson began service on the Washington State Supreme Court in January 1991, and was re-elected in 1996, 2002, 2008, and 2014. Other Professional Experience Adjunct professor at Seattle University School of Law from 1995-2010 and currently professor emeritus. Education Curtis High School; University of Washington; University of Puget Sound School of Law (now Seattle University School of Law). Community Service Committed to public service, supporting educational opportunities for disadvantaged children and youth, and at universities and colleges statewide. Longtime contributor to YMCA youth programs, county food banks, Rotary and Lions Clubs, Washington Trails Association, and other similar charities. Statement Justice Charles Johnson has proven he understands and protects our rights and freedoms. For over 29 years, his judicial record shows his commitment to protecting privacy rights and holding government accountable, coupled with his courage and ability to decide the difficult issues the court faces. Justice Johnson’s record was evaluated by lawyer organizations and rated as “exceptionally well qualified.” His fairness, intellect, common sense, and impartiality are reflected by groups supporting his re-election, including: Washington State Labor Council, Washington State Council of Firefighters, WEA-PAC, Mainstream Republicans, King County Young Democrats, Washington Federation of State Employees, and the Joint Council of Teamsters. The Legal Services Committee to the Armed Forces gave him a commendation for outstanding service for supporting a rule allowing military lawyers to be licensed in Washington to provide in-court representation to eligible low income service members. We need Supreme Court justices like Justice Johnson, with proven experience. Hard work and difficult challenges underscore his entire life. He worked as a laborer to pay for his education, and he understands the value of our time and money. A lifetime Washington resident, Justice Johnson and his wife, Dana, live in Gig Harbor. Contact [email protected] Supreme Court Justice | Position 6 | 2-year unexpired term 65

Richard S. G. Helen Serns Whitener (Nonpartisan) (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Legal/Judicial Experience (See Professional Experience Below) Justice G. serves on the Washington State Other Professional Experience Supreme Court. Justice Whitener is a former Pierce County Mediator, negotiator, hearing officer, investigator, policy writer Superior Court Judge. as human resources director for the Issaquah and Federal Other Professional Experience Way school districts. Superintendent of schools, Winlock Justice Whitener was a Judge on the Washington State School District. Adjunct professor of School Law for principal Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals and a Pro-Tem Judge preparation candidates at Seattle Pacific University. in District and Municipal Court. She also worked as a Education Prosecutor and Defense Attorney. J.D. - University of Washington School of Law; Ph.D. - Education University of Oregon researching Education Legislation Justice Whitener earned her Juris Doctor degree from in Washington State; M.Ed. - Walla Walla University; the Seattle University School of Law and her Bachelor of Superintendent Endorsement - Western Washington Business Administration degree from Baruch College CUNY University; Graduate work in Public Administration - Eastern in New York City. Washington University Community Service Community Service I document online my expansive community service activities Former board member, Seattle/South King County Habitat as I believe in giving back through service. for Humanity; Member Winlock Lions Club. Member Winlock Statement Improvement Network; Bloomsday Perennial. I have over 21 years of legal experience and I am asking for Statement your vote and continued support. Legal experience matters Dr. Serns’ election to the Supreme Court will provide for this position and I am the most experienced candidate in invaluable expertise in the important field of education law. this race. I have presided over thousands of cases to include After teaching Washington State History, and Government, complex criminal, civil, and family law jury trials. I have a Dr. Serns worked as a K-12 principal and completed his reputation for efficiency, fairness, and making well-reasoned Ph.D. researching Education Law in Washington State. After decisions in resolving complex legal disputes across a broad completing his law degree from the University of Washington range of subject matters. he continued working with Washington school districts as I lecture to members of the legal and non-legal community Director of Employee Relations, Assistant Superintendent, locally, nationally and internationally. I am a faculty member and Superintendent. of the Washington Courts Judicial College where I teach In these roles Dr. Serns worked with issues involving special newly elected or appointed Judicial Officers. I also teach a education law; labor and employment law; individual rights “Street Law” Civics class to high school seniors at Lincoln and Constitutional law; family law; Title IX, nondiscrimination, High School in Tacoma. harassment and bullying law. He also taught School Law at I am co-chair of the Washington State Minority and Justice SPU. Commission and I am a Supreme Court appointed member A valuable part of an appellate court is the varied of the Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid Oversight backgrounds that each justice brings to the process of Committee. I serve on local, national, and international legal deliberation. As a school administrator working with a wide organizations that promote due process and fairness to all array of complex issues involving multiple stakeholders, Dr. parties that appear before our Courts. Serns has earned wide-respect as someone who listens I am married to attorney and Army retiree, Lynn Rainey (CSM carefully, respects and honors the rights and interests of all Ret.) and we reside in Pierce County. parties, and acts with integrity and fairness. Because of his experience, his scholarship, his integrity, and his passion for Contact justice and for supporting our most valuable resource, our (253) 222-3673; [email protected]; children, please support Dr. Richard Serns for State Supreme www.keepwhitenerforjustice.com Court. Contact richardsernssc2020.com 66 Supreme Court Justice | Position 7 | 6-year term

Debra L. Stephens Unopposed (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Supreme Court Justice since January 2008; currently Chief Justice. Previously Judge of Division III Court of Appeals for Eastern Washington. Statewide law practice. Adjunct Professor, Gonzaga Law School. Other Professional Experience Director, National Courts & Science Institute, National Judicial College, Conference of Chief Justices Rapid Response Team for Covid Recovery. Co-Chair, National Association of Women Judges Judicial Independence Committee. Former Community College instructor. Education B.A. (1987) and J.D. (1993), Gonzaga University. West Valley High, Spokane (1983) Community Service Former school board director, Upward Bound volunteer, Minority & Justice Commission member, Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital volunteer, church Deacon and Elder. Rotary Board member. Statement As Washington’s Chief Justice, I am dedicated to upholding the rule of law in a fair and impartial manner. Courts are a critical branch of government, where every person—regardless of circumstance—must be treated fairly, with dignity, and free from bias. In these challenging times, the fair administration of justice must withstand threats posed by the pandemic and increasing attempts to politicize courts. I work every day to maintain the independence and integrity of our courts, and I trust the people of Washington to elect judges who safeguard access to justice and respect the law. As the only current Justice from Eastern Washington, I bring important perspectives to the Court. As a former constitutional law professor, I respect legal traditions. As a parent and former school board chair, I understand how court decisions impact Washington families. My priorities this year include addressing the urgent and critical needs of the justice system during the pandemic: new protocols for remote court hearings, safe courthouse operations, and protection of public safety and the rights of the accused and incarcerated. I have always enjoyed broad, nonpartisan support, and I ask for your vote to continue serving you and upholding the rule of law. Contact (360) 628-8714; [email protected]; justicedebrastephens.com Court of Appeals Judge | Division 2 District 2 Position 1 | 6-year term 67

Lisa L. Sutton Unopposed (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Acting Chief Judge, Court of Appeals, Division II, Tacoma, six years serving on the court. Judge, Thurston County Superior Court, Olympia, four years. Other Professional Experience Attorney General’s Office, Senior Counsel and Supervising Attorney, 24 years. Arbitrator and Mediator. Education Pacific Lutheran University, BA; Seattle University School of Law, JD. Community Service Family Support Center, assistance to low income persons. Thurston County Volunteer Legal Services Clinic, pro bono legal services in Grays Harbor, Mason, Thurston, and Pacific Counties. Olympia Youth Chorus, scholarships for youth chorus. YMCA, scholarships for youth, families, adults, and seniors. Judge, YMCA Annual Mock Trial Competition. Volunteer, Capital City Marathon. Statement You deserve a judge who listens respectfully and impartially to understand all sides of legal disputes. I am prepared, diligent, fair, and strive to write clear, concise, and timely opinions. For the past nine years, I have demonstrated a commitment to these principles while hearing and deciding matters in criminal, civil, juvenile and family law, probate and estate, to appeals from administrative agencies. Coming from a military family, I have been devoted to community service for 37 years and have a deep sense of responsibility to our citizens. I invite you to visit my website and join others in supporting me. I am endorsed by Debra Stephens, Chief Justice, Washington Supreme Court; Mary Fairhurst, Retired Chief Justice, Washington Supreme Court; Chief Judges Brad Maxa, David Mann and Rebecca Pennell, Washington Court of Appeals; and other judicial colleagues; and the National Women’s Political Caucus of Washington. I invite you to visit my website and join others in supporting me. It has been my pleasure to serve you and the citizens on the Court of Appeals for the past six years. I respectfully ask for your vote to retain me, Lisa Sutton, for the Court of Appeals. Contact (564) 999-3138; [email protected]; www.friendstoretainsutton.com 68 Thurston Superior Court Judge | Position 8 | 4-year term

Sharonda D. Scott Amamilo Ahlf (Nonpartisan) (Nonpartisan)

Legal/Judicial Experience Legal/Judicial Experience 16+ years trial experience representing adults and children Elected to four terms as the City of Olympia Municipal in Superior, District, Municipal and Tribal courts. Extensive Court Judge, 15 years; Prosecutor/Assistant City Attorney, extracurricular work stabilizing families, trafficking City of Lacey; Thurston County Superior Court Pro-Tem prevention, juvenile justice and behavioral health systems Judge. reform. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Washington State District & Municipal Court Judges’ Thurston County Bar Association; Thurston County Association, President; Washington State Board for Judicial Juvenile Justice and Dependency Workgroups; Washington Administration COVID-19 Recovery Task Force Co-Chair. State Criminal Justice Treatment Act Panel; Washington Education State Criminal Justice Opioid Workgroup; Washington State Seattle University School of Law, JD; Washington State Bar Association; Nisqually Tribal Bar; Western Washington University/Texas State University, BA; Timberline High District Court & 9th Circuit Court of Appeals – Federal School. Education Community Service Seattle University School of Law, J.D.; Saint Martin’s Center for Court Innovation and Department of Justice University, M.B.A.; Southern Illinois University, B.S. Partnerships to Address Homelessness, Advisory Board Community Service Member; North Thurston Education Foundation Board; Washington Trafficking Prevention Board; Community Youth Lacey Rotary President; Youth Baseball & Football Coach, Services – Program, Policies, and Review Committee 15 years; Saint Mark Lutheran Church Parishioner. Statement Statement I decided to run for the position of Superior Court Judge Judge Scott Ahlf is the clear choice for Superior Court because I believe that justice applies to everyone equally Judge because of his unequaled judicial experience and and I can influence the lives of people positively. Because commitment to public safety, diversity, and justice. of my prior experiences representing the community, I Born and raised in Thurston County, Judge Ahlf is a trusted understand the wants and needs of the people involved and experienced member of the Bench. Now, as we deal in the court system. I will champion efforts to protect and with the devastating effects of the virus, Judge Ahlf is at the defend everyone’s legal and constitutional rights. Whether forefront of protecting the safety of our courts. He has also a juvenile, parent, the disabled, the addicted or any other been appointed Co-Chair of the Washington State Courts’ person in the courtroom, in a criminal or civil matter, I will COVID-19 Recovery Task Force. use my legal training and legal experiences to achieve justice and equity for all. In addition, with over 22 years of Scott Ahlf has earned a well-deserved reputation for the military service, veterans will find an understanding judge in nationally recognized Olympia Community (therapeutic) front of them. Further, I pledge that I will endeavor to make Court system for first time offenders convicted of lesser the Superior Court system responsive to the needs of the crimes. Judge Ahlf has also led efforts to protect the people while upholding the laws of the State of Washington women and children who have been victimized by the and the United States constitution. I pledge that I will make horror of domestic violence. sure that everyone who comes into my court will be treated Judge Ahlf is endorsed by over 60 Judges including fairly and equally, regardless of race, religion, income or former Washington State Supreme Court Chief Justices social status. I pledge that you will never have reason to Alexander, Fairhurst, and Madsen, public safety officials, regret giving me your vote. and community leaders. Scott Ahlf is the best choice for Contact Superior Court Judge because of his dedication to the law, (360) 464-4093; [email protected]; ensuring access to justice, and holding serious offenders www.electsharondaamamilo.com accountable for their criminal behavior. Please cast your vote for Scott Ahlf for Superior Court Judge. Thank you. Contact (360) 349-7936; [email protected]; scottahlfforjudge.com 69 Thurston County Official 69 Local Voters’ Pamphlet November 3, 2020 General Election

BALLOTS BEGIN VOTING CENTER AT ARRIVING SOUTH PUGET SOUND COMMUNITY COLLEGE! OCTOBER 10-16! DETAILS ON PAGE 78! 70 Table of Contents Replacement Ballots...... 70 Register to Vote...... 73 Ballot Drop Boxes...... 74 Notice to Voters: Drive-Thru Voter Services Map...... 78-79 Candidate statements Accessible Voting Information...... 81 are printed exactly as Candidate Statements submitted. We do not County Commissioner, District No. 1...... 72 make corrections of any County Commissioner, District No. 2...... 76 kind or verify statements Public Utilities District Commissioner, for truth or fact. District No. 3...... 77 Ballot Measure Fire Protection District No. 3 (Lacey)...... 80 Important Election Dates: Replacement Ballots Military & Overseas ballots mailed: If you lost, damaged, or did not receive your September 18, 2020 ballot, replacement ballots are available. To Voters' Pamphlets mailed: get a replacement ballot: October 5, 2020 By email: [email protected] Ballots mailed: October 8, 2020 Online: VoteWA.gov By phone: 360.786.5408 Ballots available: 711 Washington Relay October 14, 2020 In person: South Puget Sound Community Last day to file a write-in candidacy with no College Mottman Campus filing fee: 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia October 14 to November 3 October 15, 2020 Last day to register to vote or update your Due to COVID-19, some services may current registration by any means (other have changed. Please contact us or visit than in person). The information must be ThurstonVotes.org for in person hours and received by an election official by this day: locations. October 26, 2020 If a primary election was held for an office, the two candidates who received the most votes in the Primary You may register to vote or update your advanced to the General Election. current registration in person only up to 8 p.m. on Election Day at a county Auditor's Each candidate for partisan office may state a political party that he or she prefers. A candidate’s preference Office or Voting Center: does not imply that the candidate is nominated or November 3, 2020 endorsed by the party, or that the party approves of or County Certification: associates with that candidate. November 24, 2020 The election for President and Vice President is different. Candidates for President and Vice President are the Secretary of State Certification: official nominees of their political party. December 3, 2020 Message from Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall 71

Dear voters, We have been through a lot this year. And no matter who you are, this upcoming election will mean a lot. We expect this election to have the highest voter turnout of any in recent memory. Some election administrators are predicting turnout as high as 90 percent. The August primary had the highest turnout of any primary since the 1960s. While I am heartened by what high voter turnout means for our democracy, I know the Auditor’s Office has a lot of work ahead to pull off a flawless election. And I know my staff is up to the job. You can help. Here are a few things you can do: Check your voter registration status. If you have moved, sign onto VoteWA.gov and update your address. Please vote early! Ballots will be mailed on October 8. By returning your ballot as soon as possible, you avoid any delays in the mail. There is normally a tidal wave of ballots around election day. If more people turned in their ballots early, it would help us a great deal. Use a drop box! We have 29 drop boxes across Thurston County, the highest number per capita of any county in Washington State. Drop boxes are a safe and convenient way to make sure your ballot gets back to us on time. Please be patient. Physical distancing requirements because of the COVID-19 pandemic mean that we will be processing ballots slower than usual this year. The deadline to certify the election is three weeks after election day. To keep our staff safe, we will be using much of that time to count all the votes. Also, we will again be at South Puget Sound Community College’s (SPSCC) Mottman Campus offering Voter Services during the general election. So, if you need a replacement ballot or to register to vote after October 26, go to SPSCC,not the Thurston County Courthouse! You can get a replacement ballot and register to vote using our drive-thru Voting Center. This model will not only protect the health of our election workers, but yours as well. Please help us spread the word. Check your ballot status. Once you’ve returned your ballot, you can check your ballot status at VoteWA.gov to verify your ballot return envelope has been received by elections. If you return your ballot close to election day, it will take a few days to make it through the system. Lastly, if you have any questions, contact us. Our partners at the Department of Homeland Security have told us there is already a lot of misinformation about elections being spread around. If you see misinformation, let us know. If it’s on a social media platform, we will work with Facebook, Twitter etc. to get it taken down. You can trust the Auditor’s Office to give you accurate information. Call us at 360.786.5408 or go to our website (thurstonvotes.org) if you have questions. Democracy works best when everyone can participate. Your Auditor’s Office is working long hours to ensure your vote will be counted and that your voice is heard. Respectfully,

Mary Hall Thurston County Auditor 72 Thurston County | Commissioner District No. 1 | Four Year Term

Carolina C Mejia Davis (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience No information submitted. Neighborhood Association Treasurer. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience I have a strong background in law and finance that will guide 23 years in Information Technology, Owner of two stores, my approach to complex issues. Since 2015, I have been a Landlord, Musician/band leader, Surveyor, Small business Judicial Assistant for Superior Court. Beforehand, I worked as a owner/entrepreneur. Law Clerk/ Office Manager in a law firm. Education Education BA, Mathematics, The Evergreen State College. I graduated from Christian Brothers University, where I obtained a B.A. in Business Administration with a minor in Community Service Pre-Law. One on one mentoring, Mathematics Tutor at C.I.E.L.O., Volunteer at Timberland Regional Library, Confirmation Teacher Community Service at Church. I am currently the Treasurer of the Latino Caucus, a member of Thurston County Democrats and Thurston County Women Statement Democrats. I support and advocate for organizations such as: Over 27 years, I have watched crime skyrocket, fueled by drug abuse and enabled by weak leaders. I have seen taxes and fees CIELO, One America, and FESS. rise to an unsustainable level such that senior citizens, the Statement disabled and the struggling young can no longer afford keep or Residents of Thurston County deserve affordable housing, buy a home. better protections for our environment, and stronger fiscal I’m against building a new courthouse! It will cause a massive responsibility for their hard-earned tax dollars. While the price tax burden on working people and is unnecessary. We must fix of housing continues to increase, we see residents and their the existing courthouse and maintain it properly. We must also families leave due to the inability to obtain affordable housing. balance the budget, with spending cuts and growth that will without increasing taxes Protecting the environment is essential to healthy living and expand the tax base . allows us to maintain the natural beauty and charm of our I will streamline building permits. Making permits easier and county. Together we will ensure water sources, state parks and faster to obtain will create more affordable housing, allowing wetlands are protected, while allowing a balanced growth in better rural development and create jobs. I will prioritize our communities. We can combat the effects of climate change property rights. Remove excessive regulations, which by reducing our carbon footprint and limiting our greenhouse make property unusable. De-list the pocket gopher, it’s not gas emissions. endangered. End this pocket gopher nonsense. Taxpayers deserve accountability and transparency regarding To preserve the Environment we must eliminate homeless what is being funded and deficit spending. Reviewing the camps. They destroy our pristine wetlands, woods, and salmon budget with departments will assist with accountability and habitat. Camps are a source of crime and disease. Using the ensuring that budget adjustments are made to address critical Marysville model, we will send camp residents to jobs, labor needs within each department. By making budget adjustments based drug treatment or into the legal system. I will fund more we should consider the cost effectiveness of each critical need sheriffs and corrections officers. to assist in determining priorities. Contact The issues affecting our county are complex and they need 2103 Harrison Ave NW PMB 2-164 to be addressed holistically and approached with long-term Olympia, WA 98502 solutions in mind. These solutions may be challenging, [email protected] however with support and determination, they can be achieved. www.ElectCDavis.com I humbly ask for your vote. Contact PO BOX 5 Olympia, WA 98507 360.481.3241 [email protected] www.carolinaforthurston.com 73 Register in person until 8 p.m. on Election Day. But why wait? Skip the line. Update your registration Election security is important. today.

Did you know: Log on to VoteWa.gov to get started. • All ballots are handled in teams of two? You can register to vote at the drive-thru voting center until • The ballot processing center and the 8 p.m. on Election Day. voting center are monitored by video If you have questions or cameras 24/7? need assistance, contact the Auditor’s Office at: • Election workers are trained by WA • 360.786.5408 State Patrol to identify fraudulent • [email protected] signatures? • Drive-thru Voting Center South Puget Sound How else are we keeping elections safe? Community College Find out. Visit us at ThurstonVotes.org Mottman Campus starting October 14 (see pages 78-79 for more TCAuditor information). @TCAuditor #BeReadyThurston #BeReadyThurston ThurstonVotes.org 74 Use a drop box! Drop boxes are the best way to ensure your ballot will get to us on time! Drop boxes are securely locked and emptied by teams of two 29 locations around trained elections officials. Boxes are open 24/7 beginning October 8 Thurston County! and close promptly at 8 p.m. on November 3, Election Day. Drop boxes are the most direct and secure way to return your ballot! Ballot Drop Box Locations Lacey Area Lacey Fire 3, Station 34...... 8407 Steilacoom Rd SE Lacey Fire 3, Station 35...... 3701 Willamette Dr NE Lacey City Hall...... 420 College St SE Lacey Post Office...... 5815 Lacey Blvd SE Martin Village...... 5600 Martin Way E Woodland Retirement & Assisted Living...... 4532 Intelco Lp SE Olympia Area Church of the Good Shepherd...... 1601 North St SE Crain’s Office Supply...... 1006 4th Ave E Gloria Dei Lutheran Church...... 1515 Harrison Ave NW Haggen NW Fresh ...... 1313 Cooper Point Rd SW Olympia City Hall ...... 601 4th Ave E The Evergreen State College...... 2700 McCann Plaza Dr NW Thurston County Courthouse...... 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW South Puget Sound Community College...... 2011 Mottman Rd SW Tumwater Area McLane Black Lake Fire, Station 95...... 5911 Black Lake Blvd SW Tumwater Timberland Library...... 7023 New Market St SW Tumwater School Administration...... 621 Linwood Ave SW South County Area Bucoda...... 103 S Main St Tenino School District Administration...... 301 Old Hwy 99 N Southeast County Lackamas Elementary...... 16240 Bald Hill Rd SE, Yelm Nisqually Tribal Admin Bldg...... 4820 She Nah Num Dr SE Rainier City Hall...... 102 Rochester St W Yelm School Administration...... 110 1st St N Southwest County Grand Mound Center...... 19949 Old Hwy 99 SW, Rochester Littlerock Fire 11...... 10828 Littlerock Rd SW, Olympia Rochester Fire 1, Station 3...... 18346 Albany St SW Steamboat Island See the map at ThurstonVotes.org Griffin Fire 13, Station...... 1 3707 Steamboat Lp NW North County Find the closest one to you today! South Bay Fire 8, Station 81...... 3506 Shincke Rd NE South Bay Fire 8, Station 83...... 5046 Boston Harbor Rd NE 75 5 Tips to Ensure Your Ballot is Counted

1. Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day. If it’s Election Day and you haven’t mailed your ballot, put it in one of our 29 drop boxes! 2. You must return your ballot in the declaration envelope. If you only return the security sleeve, we have no signed declaration and your ballot won’t be counted. 3. Sign your voter's declaration on the outside of the envelope. If you don’t sign, we will send you a form. If you don’t return the signed form, we can’t count your ballot.

4. Make note of how you signed when you registered and sign that way on your return envelope. This is what we use to verify your signature. If your signature has changed, contact us. Don’t sign someone else’s voter's declaration or have anyone else sign for you, even a family member. We will challenge the signature. If we challenge your signature, we send a form asking you to sign a voter's declaration and return it to us. If the letter matches the signature on the return envelope, we can count it. 5. Power of attorney cannot be used to sign someone else’s ballot. If you can’t sign, make any mark on the signature line and have two witnesses sign.

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Gary Michael R. Edwards Steadman (States No Party Preference) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Currently Thurston County Commissioner and was elected as Elected to Lacey City Council in 2013, re-elected in 2017. Thurston County Sheriff for 20 years. Council Committees: Transportation, Utilities, Community Relations & Public Affairs. Represents the City on the regional Other Professional Experience Solid Waste Advisory Committee and Lacey South Sound Served 37 years in law enforcement. Served in US Army from Chamber. 1965-68 and remains a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Other Professional Experience Former Top-Secret Clearance, US military, work in nuclear Education facilities. POST (Police Officer Safety Training) certified. Graduate of Yelm HS. Attended Blackhawk Technical College, University of Wisconsin and University of Virginia. Graduated Education from the National FBI Academy. Milpitas High School, class of 1989. US Marine Corps Marine Corps Reserves 1991-1999. Sheet Metal Building Trades Community Service Journeyperson 1996-present. An inaugural board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Thurston County and TOGETHER!, remains an active participant Community Service of Yelm and Rainier Dollars for Scholars and Yelm Lions. Served Veterans. Families. Children. That’s the lifelong focus. Examples: as past president for Washington Association of Sheriffs and Lacey Veteran’s Service Hub. Gold Star Families Monument. Police Chiefs. Extensive coaching and refereeing, wrestling, and baseball. Arts and Culture Enthusiast. Lacey Planning Commission. Statement Now more than ever, we need less partisan politics and more Statement common sense to address the complex issues facing our Let’s Get Thurston Moving Again. Our guiding principles- community, businesses and families. My family has been an Innovation. Inclusion. Infrastructure. Our values- Family. active part of Thurston County for seven generations, and we Community. Integrity. I am a Veteran. Union member. Small believe in the future of this community. business owner. Father. Husband. City Councilmember. And I have a passion to serve. Working on behalf of the citizens of Thurston County, I want to continue progress towards reducing regulatory road blocks Innovation. I’ve made a career of supporting entrepreneurs, for small businesses and home builders and improved access and I want to bring that same spirit to county government. to county services for the public. I was the only county From better and more effective service from key departments commissioner to vote against new property taxes and the to whole new ways of thinking on public policy, we must proposed $400 million courthouse in downtown Olympia. constantly innovate, or be left behind. I say let’s move forward. Since this voter’s pamphlet was required to be written in May, Inclusion. 2020 has already proven that we’re all in this it would have been irresponsible to project what lies ahead as together. All races. All genders. One community, one shared we begin to recover from this pandemic. One thing is for sure, future. County government will benefit from a focus on we need a balance between economic growth and the health diversity and inclusion. and welfare of our citizens. Infrastructure. This is the primary function of government, I am honored to serve you, and it will take your support to keep and what fuels the local economy. Invest wisely, and we all me in office representing your voice. Let’s ensure this is the share in the return. From transportation to flood mitigation, best place to live and work for generations to come. I ask for our investments will impact generations to come. Let’s invest your vote and support. Thank you! wisely. Contact I place the health and safety of our community above all else. 15739 Topaz Drive SE Thurston County needs leadership committed to our working Yelm, WA 98597 families and local businesses as we rebuild from the devastating 360.791.0901 [email protected] effects of the current crisis. It’s time for a change. www.votegaryedwards.com Contact 7701 Whitney Ave NE Lacey, WA 98516 www.SteadmanForThurstonCounty.com Thurston County | Public Utilities Commissioner District No. 3 | Six Year Term 77

Chris Want to vote but don’t have a mask? Stearns (States No Party Preference) We’ve got you covered.

Elected Experience If you need a mask to vote safely, Thurston Public Utility District Commissioner, 2009-2020 Other Professional Experience Elections Staff will provide you one. Fisheries Biologist - NW Indian Fisheries Commission, and Chehalis & Squaxin Island Tribes Washington Dept. Fish & Wildlife - Forage Fish Program, Marine Resources Division WDFW - Salmon and Steelhead Habitat Inventory & Assessment Program House Legislative Session Aide Intern, 22nd Legislative District Manager - Family owned organic dryland grain farm business, Butte, ND. Education Western Washington University - Geology Graduate Program Harvard University – Geology & Hydrology Studies The Evergreen State College - B.S., Natural Sciences Community Service Cooper Point Neighborhood Association, Board Member Thurston Conservation District Associate, Board Member Thurston County Groundwater Advisory, Community Member Statement As your Commissioner, I am continuing my commitment to providing safe, reliable, affordable water service to residents and businesses while promoting fiscal responsibility and protecting sustainable water supplies. Having lived here for 44 years, I care about the people and the environment, and our access to healthy groundwater supplies, a vital resource, that must be protected for the benefit of all Thurston County residents! Thurston PUD has saved money and increased energy efficiency by upgrading the infrastructure and shrinking our carbon footprint. During my two terms, this community owned nonprofit utility has grown to serving nearly 10,000 customers. I believe future growth and development will be built on group water systems rather than single exempt wells. The public realizes what is at stake with the mismanagement of our water resources. The warning signs are already present, higher perched aquifers have been reaching depletion in late summer. A coordinated approach is needed to best maintain sustainable intact groundwater. It is apparent to me that fiber optic broadband is a necessary utility. It is used for employment, education, entertainment, and emergency response! When ready, and fiscally able, our PUD can expand to successfully provide wholesale fiber to homes and businesses. Contact PO Box 1003 Olympia, WA 98507 360.866.4421 [email protected] 7878 Mottman Road SW Exit

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Candidate statements are printed as submitted and are not edited for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Auditor's Office. 80 Thurston County | Proposition No. 1 Fire Protection District No. 3 (Lacey) Explanatory Statement Proposition l will restore the District's regular property tax Proposition No. 1 levy to the maximum statutory rate of $ 1.50 per $1,000 of assessed value for collection in 2021 and set the limit Levy Lid Lift factor for calculating annual levy rates at up to 106% for the next five years (2022-2026). The 2026 levy amount will be used to calculate subsequent levy limits. The The Board of Fire Commissioners of Lacey Fire voters previously restored the District's regular property Protection District No. 3 adopted Resolution No. tax levy rate to $1.50 in 2014. Because of the statutory 876-07-20 concerning a proposition to restore the 1 % limitation on property tax increases, the District's current levy rate in 2020 is under $1.43. Population District’s regular property tax levy. This proposition growth, demands for emergency response, and increasing would, if approved, restore the 2021 regular property operating costs are challenges to District service delivery. tax levy to $1.50/$1,000 assessed value and set The District's current levy rate is inadequate to support the limit factor by which the levy may increase in continuing levels of service. Approval would allow the District to maintain adequate levels of emergency fire 2022 through 2026 at 106%. New revenues would protection and prevention and emergency medical be used for limited fire protection, prevention and services; repair or replace fleet vehicles; and support an emergency medical services purposes, including operational reserve account as recommended by the State Auditor. The full amount authorized may not be maintenance, operation and replacement costs. The levied if the District receives adequate funds from other maximum permitted levy amount for 2026 would be sources. used for the purpose of computing the limitations for Explanatory Statement prepared by P. Stephen DiJulio subsequent levies under chapter 84.55 RCW. -Foster Garvey P.C., special counsel to the District. Should this proposition be: Argument For Why Approve Proposition 1? Approved Seconds count when you call for help. No matter the time of day or day of the week, the responders of Fire Rejected District 3 (FD3) must be prepared to answer your call in a professional, compassionate, and timely manner. This takes continuous training, up-to date equipment, and adequate facilities. And all this takes adequate funding. The citizens of Fire District 3 are fortunate to have an excellent staff of professional and volunteer responders ready and able to answer your call. Response times are For Committee Contact: tracked and available for public review on the District’s LFD.3 Citizens for Public Safety website because seconds count. 360.915.9299 Innovative changes are necessary to address the increase in the number (about 15,000 in 2019) and type of calls for [email protected] service. The majority are medical emergencies. Staffing an aid car for high call volume areas, seeking grants to Against Committee Contact: support new programs, working on fall prevention and No information received “Hands-only CPR” training, and continuing fire prevention programs must continue. FD3 is constantly looking for ways to ensure and maintain lifesaving response times. When voters approved a similar measure in 2014, it allowed FD3 to keep all 4 fire stations staffed; improve the volunteer station on Yelm Highway; and increase collaboration with partners to ensure the safety of citizens. Prop 1 is not a new tax. Approval restores the previously authorized tax level. Your approval is needed to ensure adequate support for lifesaving responses. Please join us and approve prop 1. Thank you for voting.

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Accessible Voting is available with The ExpressVote™. The ExpressVote™ is a voting assistance device that enables voters with visual impairments, cognitive/learning disabilities, or limited mobility to vote independently and with privacy. Voters are welcome to visit us at the 2011 Mottman Rd SW SPSCC Mottman Campus or call us to set up an appointment at 360.786.5408 Olympia, WA 98512 711 Washington Relay. Hours of Operation Daily (Mon. - Fri.)...... 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday, October 31...... 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, November 2...... 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 3...... 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. The Elections Office has temporarily relocated from Building 1 of the Thurston County Courthouse to South Puget Sound Community College Mottman Campus. The location allows us to serve the voters of Thurston County while maintaining social distancing guidelines and best practices. See the map on pages 78-79. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 711 Washington Relay [email protected] 82 How do I vote as a...

Military or overseas voter New Washington resident Register to vote anytime on or before Welcome! Register to vote Election Day. You may receive your online, by mail, in person, or ballot by mail, email, or fax. Spouses when you get your new driver’s and dependents also away from home license or ID at the Department have the same voting rights. of Licensing. You may not vote in more than one place, so cancel your previous voter registration.

College student Non-traditional address voter Register to vote using Use any physical location you either your home or school consider your residence such as a address, but you may not shelter, park, or marina. Your mailing vote in more than one place. address can be general delivery Your ballot can be mailed to you at a local post office, a PO Box, or anywhere in the world; however, an address of a trusted friend or your residential address must relative. A federally recognized tribe remain in Washington. may designate tribal government buildings to serve as residential or mailing addresses for voters living on tribal lands.

Seasonal resident Convicted felon Vote in Washington even if If you were convicted of a you’re away during an election. felony in Washington, your To ensure you receive your right to vote is restored ballot, update your mailing when you are no longer address at VoteWA.gov or with under Department of a county elections office. Your Corrections supervision. ballot can be mailed to you anywhere in the You must register to vote in world; however, your residential address must order to receive a ballot. remain in Washington. You may not vote in more than one place. Referendum Measure No. 90 83

How do I read measure text? by this section. In satisfying the requirements of this sub- section (1)(a)(ii)(B), school district boards of directors must Language in double parentheses with a also, no later than the 2020-21 school year, consult with line through it is existing state law; it will parents and guardians of students, local communities, be taken out of the law if this measure is and the Washington state school directors’ association. approved by voters. (b) A public school may choose to use separate, outside ((sample of text to be deleted)) speakers or prepared curriculum to teach different con- Underlined language does not appear in tent areas or units within ((the)) its comprehensive sexual current state law but will be added to the law health education program ((as long as)) if all speakers, if this measure is approved by voters. curriculum, and materials used are in compliance with this sample of text to be added section. (c) Comprehensive sexual health education must be consistent with the Washington state health and physi- Complete Text cal education K-12 learning standards and the January Referendum Measure No. 90 2005 guidelines for sexual health information and disease AN ACT Relating to requiring comprehensive sexual prevention developed by the department of health and the health education that is consistent with the Washington office of the superintendent of public instruction. state health and physical education K-12 learning stan- (2) ((As used in chapter 265, Laws of 2007, “medically dards and that requires affirmative consent curriculum; and scientifically accurate” means information that is ver- and amending RCW 28A.300.475. ified or supported by research in compliance with scien- tific methods, is published in peer-review journals, where BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE appropriate, and is recognized as accurate and objective OF WASHINGTON: by professional organizations and agencies with expertise Sec. 1. RCW 28A.300.475 and 2007 c 265 s 2 are each in the field of sexual health including but not limited to the amended to read as follows: American college of obstetricians and gynecologists, the (1) ((By September 1, 2008,)) (a)(i) In accordance with the Washington state department of health, and the federal requirements of this section, every public school ((that of- centers for disease control and prevention.)) (a) Beginning fers)) shall provide comprehensive sexual health education in the 2021-22 school year, comprehensive sexual health ((must assure that)) to each student by the 2022-23 school education must be provided to all public school students year. The curriculum, instruction, and materials used to in grades six through twelve. provide the comprehensive sexual health education ((is)) (b) Beginning in the 2022-23 school year, compre- must be medically and scientifically accurate, age-ap- hensive sexual health education must be provided to all propriate, ((appropriate for students regardless of gender, public school students. race, disability status, or sexual orientation)) and inclusive (c) The provision of comprehensive sexual health educa- of all students, regardless of their protected class status tion to public school students as required by (a) and (b) of under chapter 49.60 RCW, and must include((s)) informa- this subsection (2) must be provided no less than: tion about abstinence and other methods of preventing (i) Once to students in kindergarten through grade three; unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. (ii) Once to students in grades four through five; ((All sexual health information, instruction, and materials (iii) Twice to students in grades six through eight; and must be medically and scientifically accurate.)) Abstinence (iv) Twice to students in grades nine through twelve. may not be taught to the exclusion of other materials and (3) The office of the superintendent of public instruction instruction on contraceptives and disease prevention. and the department of health shall make the Washington (ii)(A) Beginning in the 2020-21 school year, any public state health and physical education K-12 learning stan- school that provides comprehensive sexual health edu- dards and the January 2005 guidelines for sexual health cation must ensure that the curriculum, instruction, and information and disease prevention available to public materials include information about affirmative consent schools ((districts)), teachers, and guest speakers on their and bystander training. web sites. Within available resources, the office of the (B) The school district boards of directors of one or superintendent of public instruction and the department of more public schools that are not providing comprehen- health shall also, and to the extent permitted by applicable sive sexual health education in either the 2019-20 school federal law, make any related information, model policies, year, the 2020-21 school year, or both, must prepare for curricula, or other resources available ((as well)) on their incorporating information about affirmative consent and web sites. bystander training into the comprehensive sexual health (4) The office of the superintendent of public instruc- education curriculum, instruction, and materials required tion, in consultation with the department of health, shall 84 Referendum Measure No. 90 develop a list of comprehensive sexual health education the principal of the school his or her child attends, or the curricula that are consistent with the 2005 guidelines for principal’s designee. sexual health information and disease prevention, the (((7) The office of the superintendent of public instruction Washington state health and physical education K-12 shall, through its Washington state school health profiles learning standards, and this section. This list ((shall be survey or other existing reporting mechanism, ask pub- intended to)), which may serve as a resource for schools, lic)) (b) At the beginning of the 2021-22 school year, each teachers, or any other organization or community group, school providing comprehensive sexual health education ((and shall)) must be updated ((no less frequently than)) at must notify parents and guardians, in writing or in accor- least annually, and must be made available on the web dance with the methods the school finds most effective in sites of the office of the superintendent of public instruc- communicating with parents, that the school will be pro- tion and the department of health. viding comprehensive sexual health education during the (5) Subject to the availability of amounts appropriated school year. The notice must include, or provide a means for this specific purpose, the office of the superintendent for electronic access to, all course materials, by grade, of public instruction shall periodically review and revise, that will be used at the school during the instruction. as necessary, training materials, which may be in an (8)(a) Public schools ((to)) shall annually, by September electronic format, for classroom teachers and principals 1st, identify to the office of the superintendent of public to implement the applicable requirements of this section. instruction any curricula used by the school to provide The initial review required by this subsection (5) must be comprehensive sexual health education((, and shall report completed by March 1, 2021. the results of this inquiry to the legislature on a bienni- (6)(a) Public schools ((that offer sexual health education)) al basis, beginning with the 2008-09 school year)) as are encouraged to review their comprehensive sexual required by this section. Materials provided by schools health education curricula and choose a curriculum from under this subsection (8)(a) must also describe how the the list developed under subsection (4) of this section. provided classroom instruction aligns with the require- Any public school ((that offers sexual health education)) ments of this section. may identify, choose, or develop any other curriculum((,)) if (b) The office of the superintendent of public instruction ((the curriculum chosen or developed)) it complies with the shall summarize and, in accordance with RCW 43.01.036, requirements of this section. report the results provided under (a) of this subsection (8) (b) If a public school chooses a curriculum that is to the education committees of the house of representa- not from the list developed under subsection (4) of this tives and the senate biennially, beginning after the 2022- section, the public school or applicable school district, 23 school year. in consultation with the office of the superintendent of (((8) The requirement)) (9) RCW 28A.600.480(2), which public instruction, must conduct a review of the selected encourages school employees, students, and volunteers or developed curriculum to ensure compliance with the to report harassment, intimidation, or bullying ((under requirements of this section using a comprehensive sexual RCW 28A.600.480(2))), applies to this section. health education curriculum analysis tool of the office of (10) Nothing in this section expresses legislative intent the superintendent of public instruction. to require that comprehensive sexual health education, or (c) The office of the superintendent of public instruction components of comprehensive sexual health education, shall provide technical assistance to public schools and be integrated into curriculum, materials, or instruction in school districts that is consistent with the curricula review, unrelated subject matters or courses. selection, and development provisions in (a) and (b) of this (11) For the purposes of this section: subsection (6). (a) “Affirmative consent” means a conscious and volun- (((6))) (7)(a) Any parent or legal guardian who wishes to tary agreement to engage in sexual activity as a require- have his or her child excused from any planned instruc- ment before sexual activity; tion in comprehensive sexual health education may do so (b) “Comprehensive sexual health education” means upon filing a written request with the school district board recurring instruction in human development and reproduc- of directors or its designee, or the principal of the school tion that is age-appropriate and inclusive of all students, his or her child attends, or the principal’s designee. The regardless of their protected class status under chapter person or entity to whom the request is directed must 49.60 RCW. All curriculum, instruction, and materials used grant the written request to have the student excused in providing comprehensive sexual health education must from this instruction in accordance with this subsection. be medically and scientifically accurate and must use In addition, any parent or legal guardian may review language and strategies that recognize all members of the comprehensive sexual health education curriculum protected classes under chapter 49.60 RCW. Comprehen- ((offered)) provided in his or her child’s school by filing a sive sexual health education for students in kindergarten written request with the school district board of directors, through grade three must be instruction in social-emotional Referendum Measure No. 90 | ESJR No. 8212 85 learning that is consistent with learning standards and benchmarks adopted by the office of the superintendent Complete Text of public instruction under RCW 28A.300.478. Compre- Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution No. 8212 hensive sexual health education for students in grades BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF four through twelve must include information about: REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, IN (i) The physiological, psychological, and sociological LEGISLATIVE SESSION ASSEMBLED: developmental processes experienced by an individual; THAT, At the next general election to be held in this (ii) The development of intrapersonal and interpersonal state the secretary of state shall submit to the qualified skills to communicate, respectfully and effectively, to re- voters of the state for their approval and ratification, or duce health risks, and choose healthy behaviors and rela- rejection, an amendment to Article XXIX, section 1 of the tionships that are based on mutual respect and affection, Constitution of the state of Washington to read as follows: and are free from violence, coercion, and intimidation; Article XXIX, section 1. Notwithstanding the provisions (iii) Health care and prevention resources; of sections 5, and 7 of Article VIII and section 9 of Article (iv) The development of meaningful relationships and XII or any other section or article of the Constitution of the avoidance of exploitative relationships; state of Washington, the moneys of any public pension or (v) Understanding the influences of family, peers, com- retirement fund, industrial insurance trust fund, ((or)) fund munity, and the media throughout life on healthy sexual held in trust for the benefit of persons with developmental relationships; and disabilities, or fund to provide for long-term care services (vi) Affirmative consent and ecognizingr and responding and supports may be invested as authorized by law. safely and effectively when violence, or a risk of violence, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the secretary of state is or may be present with strategies that include bystand- shall cause notice of this constitutional amendment to be er training; published at least four times during the four weeks next (c) “Medically and scientifically accurate” means infor- preceding the election in every legal newspaper in the mation that is verified or supported by research in com- state. pliance with scientific methods, is published in peer-re- --- END --- viewed journals, where appropriate, and is recognized as accurate and objective by professional organizations and agencies with expertise in the field of sexual health includ- ing but not limited to the American college of obstetricians and gynecologists, the Washington state department of health, and the federal centers for disease control and prevention; and (d) “Public schools” has the same meaning as in RCW 28A.150.010. --- END ---

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