2024 WA Legislative Scorecard
The following scorecard lists several key votes in the Washington Legislature in 2024 and ranks state representatives and senators based on their fidelity to (U.S.) constitutional and limited-government principles.
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House Votes
1. Diversity Mandate
Requires new state entities to include three members from "underrepresented populations," report on diversity and impacts, and undergo annual Office of Equity reviews to enhance "inclusivity" and "reduce barriers."
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Constitutional Vote: No
2. Assisting Illegal Migrants
Directs the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to support refugees and immigrants in Washington by managing the Refugee Resettlement Plan, offering services such as cash, medical assistance, employment help, and English instruction.
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Constitutional Vote: No
3. 2nd Amendment and Mental Health
Strengthens firearm bans for individuals with mental health issues.
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Constitutional Vote: No
4. Secretary of Health
Grants the secretary of health and his designees the authority to issue standing orders or prescriptions for medications, vaccines, and medical devices to address public-health threats, such as diseases or emergencies.
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Constitutional Vote: No
5. Foreign Carbon Market
Links Washington's carbon market with California and Quebec, expanding the cap-and-invest program to reduce emissions, regulate compliance, and stabilize allowance costs.
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Constitutional Vote: No
6. Traffic Cameras
Expands automated traffic camera use for violations such as speeding and red-light running. Key changes include permanent authorization for large cities, speed enforcement in work zones, and reduced fines for low-income violators.
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Constitutional Vote: No
How did they vote?
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Average Freedom Score by Party
| Party | Score |
|---|---|
| Democrat | 0.6% |
| Republican | 75.9% |
