The resolution proposes an amendment to Article II, section 7 of the Washington State Constitution, which outlines the eligibility requirements for individuals seeking election or appointment to the legislature. The amendment stipulates that candidates must be U.S. citizens, qualified voters in their respective districts, at least 25 years old, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, candidates must not have felony or gross misdemeanor convictions, must not engage in conduct that would lead to the denial of professional licenses, and must have received an honorable discharge from military service if applicable. Furthermore, candidates must complete a background investigation conducted by the state patrol, which includes checks on criminal history, affiliations with extremist organizations, social media reviews, verification of citizenship, psychological evaluations, and polygraph assessments.
The resolution mandates that this proposed amendment be presented to the qualified voters of Washington during the next general election for their approval or rejection. It also requires the Secretary of State to publish notice of the amendment in legal newspapers throughout the state at least four times in the four weeks leading up to the election.