Steven Rader Jr: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report in-kind contributions (EY24 JUN24)

Case

#155707

Respondent

Steven Rader

Complainant

Susan Dawkins

Description

The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on June 12, 2024. The complaint alleged that Steven Rader Jr., a 2024 candidate for Cowlitz County Commissioner, Position 1 may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing an in-kind contribution.

PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Conner Edwards on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.

It appears that the 2024 Rader Campaign was not involved in the Watchdog of Cowlitz County’s message. Because the Watchdog obtained the photo and written messaging independently, this does not appear to be a contribution reportable by the Respondent.

Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).

Disposition

Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations

Date Opened

June 24, 2024

Areas of Law

RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240

Documents

• 155707 Steven Rader Jr Response.pdf
• 155707 Rader Jr Steven Complaint Return - Respondent.pdf
• 155707 Steven Rader Jr.pdf