Rep. Ed Orcutt opposes bill to shift general elections for local governments to even-numbered years

Rep. Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama, delivers a floor speech in opposition to House Bill 1932. The measure would allow cities, counties, and special purpose districts to switch to even-year elections to align with state and federal elections. The controversial measure passed on a 52-45 vote on February 8, 2024.

House Bill 1932: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1932&Initiative=false&Year=2023