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Public commenters urge PDC to resume audits, tighten small-dollar reporting

Washington State Public Disclosure Commission · February 12, 2026
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Summary

Two public commenters at the Feb. 12 meeting urged the Public Disclosure Commission to resume statutory audits and to reform mini (small-dollar) reporting to prevent anonymous or out-of-area 'dark money' influence in local elections.

During the public comment period on Feb. 12, two citizens raised concerns about enforcement, audits and small-dollar ("mini") reporting.

Connor Edwards told commissioners that a recent enforcement penalty appeared unlikely to be collectible because the campaign entity had wound down, and urged the PDC to ensure orders are entered against responsible individuals when…

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