First reading, referred to State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections.
Summary
The resolution would place a constitutional amendment on the ballot requiring anyone running for or appointed to the Washington State Legislature to meet new qualifications, including U.S. citizenship, being a qualified voter, age 25, a high school diploma, and a clean criminal and professional‑license record. It also mandates a recent state‑patrol background investigation covering criminal history, extremist ties, social‑media activity, citizenship verification, a psychological exam and a polygraph. The amendment would be voted on at the next general election.
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