HB 2334 - DIGEST

     Declares that, in the case of a declaration of candidacy filed electronically, submission of the form constitutes agreement that the information provided with the filing is true, that he or she will support the Constitutions and laws of the United States and the state of Washington, and that he or she agrees to electronic payment of the filing fee established in RCW 29.15.050.

     Provides that a candidate may file his or her declaration of candidacy for an office by electronic means on a system specifically designed and authorized by a filing officer to accept filings.

     Provides that the secretary of state as chief election officer may adopt rules, in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW, to facilitate electronic filing and establish which jurisdictions are eligible to accept electronic filing.