The bill mandates the Washington State Institute for Public Policy to conduct a comprehensive study on the costs associated with conservation district elections. This examination will analyze current expenditures by conservation districts for supervisor elections, funding sources, voter turnout data over the past 6 to 20 years, and the cost per ballot cast. Additionally, the study will project the financial implications of transitioning these elections to general election ballots, including potential changes to supervisor positions, term lengths, and the division of districts into zones for representation.

The Institute is required to submit a preliminary report to the legislature by December 1, 2023, and a final report by June 30, 2024, detailing the findings and recommendations. The bill includes a provision for expiration on June 30, 2025, ensuring that the study and its outcomes are time-bound.