This bill aims to enhance election integrity in Washington state by establishing a mandatory audit process for county election results, particularly for the 2024 general election. It introduces a new section to chapter 29A.60 RCW, which outlines the selection of an impartial auditing company by the county's democratic and republican party chairpersons. If they cannot agree, a coin toss will determine the company. The audit will involve a manual hand count of ballots from at least 12 precincts, with the selected precincts and races determined by the party chairpersons. Public election observers will be allowed to oversee the entire audit process, ensuring transparency.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the auditing company submit a report to the legislature by December 31st of the election year, detailing the audit findings and recommendations for improving ballot integrity. The bill declares an emergency, emphasizing its immediate necessity for public safety and governance, and requires that the audit for the 2024 general election be conducted within 30 days of the bill's effective date.