The bill amends existing laws related to the protection of the voter registration database in Washington State, specifically RCW 42.56.425 and RCW 29A.84.150. It introduces several exemptions from public disclosure for information related to election security, including continuity of operations plans, security audits, voter signatures, and records regarding private entity infrastructure submitted to elections officials. Additionally, it specifies that requests for records from the statewide voter registration database must be directed to the secretary of state, and county elections offices are not required to fulfill such requests. A knowing violation of this directive is classified as a violation of RCW 29A.84.150.

Furthermore, the bill establishes penalties for state or local election officers who misuse or disclose information from the voter registration database, making such actions a class C felony. It also emphasizes the confidentiality of sensitive personal information, such as driver's license numbers and social security numbers, which can only be disclosed to authorized election officials. The bill is deemed necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety, and it takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 42.56.425, 29A.84.150