Rules & Enforcement
Learn what Washington’s political disclosure laws require and how to report potential violations.
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Guidelines & Restrictions
Detailed information on topics such as allowable uses of campaign funds, last minute contributions, lobbying prohibitions and restrictions, and more.
Browse and filter to find the rules governing candidates, committees, lobbyists, or another group, and to read the interpretations and declaratory orders that express the official view of the appointed Commission. To explore proposals for new rules, visit the Commission's rulemaking page.
Political Advertising
Know the rules before advertising in support of or opposition to an election campaign.
Campaign Contributions
Learn contribution limits for candidates and committees, as well as any other restrictions on what can be accepted.
Public Agencies & Campaigns
Read the Commission’s guidelines on the use of public facilities and resources in election campaigns.
Enforcement
We publish all enforcement cases. Search enforcement cases and review case documents. Learn about the enforcement process and how to report a violation.
Recent Enforcement Cases
Case: 145557
Status: Assessment of Facts
Respondent: South Salish Progressive Alliance
- Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register as a political committee…
Case: 145446
Status: Investigation of Possible Violation
Respondent: Burien 2023
Allegations: Violations of RCW 42.17A.235,.240,.265 for failure to timely report contributions…
Report a Violation
Do you have knowledge of a violation of the political disclosure law?