House Republican floor speeches in opposition to SB 5082 (abolishing advisory votes) | April 7, 2023

The Washington State House of Representatives debated Senate Bill 5082 on April 7, 2023. The legislation would abolish advisory votes on Washington state ballots. Advisory votes, which were established by voter-approved I-960 in 2007, allow voters to share their opinions (repealed/maintained) on legislation passed by the Legislature involving tax increases. Senate Bill 5082 passed on a 54-43 vote.

Learn more from Rep. Peter Abbarno: https://youtu.be/Hncc6Jd5KQs

Learn more about Senate Bill 5082: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5082&Year=2023&Initiative=false