Washington HB2064 authorizes the secretary of state to develop and test electronic ballot return methods for service, overseas, disabled, and certain.

Washington HB2064 mandates the secretary of state to explore and develop electronic ballot return options for voters unable to use standard mail. These covered voters include service, overseas, disabled, and eligible incarcerated voters, excluding those with revoked voting rights. The bill requires the portal to be secure, private, and prevent multiple votes. The secretary of state must test these methods and report findings by December 1, 2028. Each county must track portal usage and report to the secretary of state.

Washington HB2064 authorizes the secretary of state to develop and test electronic ballot return methods for service, overseas, disabled, and certain.

Washington HB2064 mandates the secretary of state to explore and develop electronic ballot return options for voters unable to use standard mail. These covered voters include service, overseas, disabled, and eligible incarcerated voters, excluding those with revoked voting rights. The bill requires the portal to be secure, private, and prevent multiple votes. The secretary of state must test these methods and report findings by December 1, 2028. Each county must track portal usage and report to the secretary of state.