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Official Clark County, WA Republican Party‍

Representing over 350 Precincts with Precinct Committee Officers (PCO), elected by local precinct residents.‍

ELECTIONS‍

Special 3-day Candidate Filing for General Election

Qualified voters that are interested in becoming a candidate and live within either the jurisdiction of Washougal School District, Director District 1 or Town of Yacolt, Council Position 2, may file for office during a special 3-day candidate filing period.
Starting at 8 a.m., on Wednesday, Aug. 7 through 5 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 9
Further information available from the Elections Office here.

August 5, 2025 Primary & Special Election
General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Offices where only two candidates filed will not appear on the August ballot. Instead, those races will automatically advance to the November 4, 2025 General Election. 

You review these races by checking the official candidate list and looking for the status column labeled “Advanced to General”. There is only 1 race where there is more than 2 candidates, City Of Vancouver Council - Position No. 1.

August 5, 2025 Primary & Special Election - Ballots will be mailed by July 18th. Please expect them to arrive in your mailbox no later than July 24th.
‍More info from the Clark County Elections Office.

August 5, 2025 Primary Fort Vancouver Regional Library District
Proposition No. 1 

The Board of Trustees of the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District adopted Resolution 2025-01 concerning its regular property tax levy. This proposition would authorize the District to restore its regular property tax levy to $0.50 per
$1,000 of assessed value for collection in 2026 to provide continued funding for the Library District's operation and maintenance. The resulting dollar amount of the 2026 levy would be used for the purpose of computing subsequent levy limitations, as provided by RCW 84.55. Should this proposition be approved?‍

Charter Review Commission CCRP endorsed candidate John Jay‍
Concerning the powers of the Leg Branch

Jay's letter, part of his "Charterist" series, focuses on the powers of the Legislative Branch within Clark County's government, specifically the County Council. He critiques the Clark County Charter, arguing it undermines the Council's authority by making it subordinate to the executive branch and limiting its oversight capabilities. Jay highlights issues such as the part-time nature of the councillors and their lack of dedicated staff, concluding that these factors contribute to an imbalance in the county's system of checks and balances. Read More

Initiative IL26-126‍

Link to the Initiative

Requiring Proof Of Citizenship From Registered Wa Voters

This measure would require voters to have an enhanced driver’s license or enhanced identicard, or provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in person, and would cancel registrations for voters not meeting those requirements.

Should this measure be enacted into law? Yes [ ] No [ ]

The full conversation between Phil Vandervort and Rep. Jim Walsh here.

Signature gathering begins soon on Washington voter ID initiative, read more at ClarkCountyToday.

Court rules against Save Vancouver Streets‍

Save Vancouver Streets had gathered more than 6,500 signatures as part of the initiative process to have its issue sent to the ballot box. Save Vancouver Streets wanted citizens of Vancouver to vote on having the city ask voters for permission to remove lanes of traffic on current roads and thoroughfares. Read More

Legislative update from Rep. John Ley‍

This legislative update from Representative John Ley primarily focuses on the financial impact of new taxes and fees on Washington State citizens and businesses, which he argues will significantly increase the cost of living. Ley outlines concerns about the state budget, highlighting a record increase in taxes despite a decline in state revenue, and discusses the un-affordability of housing and rising costs for essentials like groceries and utilities. The update also addresses the unemployment and homeless crisis in the state, suggesting local policies may be attracting homeless individuals to certain areas. Finally, Ley provides an overview of transportation issues, including his involvement in the Interstate Bridge Replacement project and efforts to address traffic congestion.‍ Read the complete update.

Chairman's Update: Voter ID, Weaponized Courts, and BBB.‍

This weekly update from Chairman Jim Walsh of the Washington State Republican Party covers three main topics.

First, the party secured a favorable court ruling regarding the title of their voter ID initiative (IL26-126), which requires proof of citizenship for voter registration. They are now preparing petitions for signatures to qualify the initiative for the ballot.
Second, the chairman discusses the criminal conviction of Timothy Hazelo, a former county party chairman, for not wearing a mask while observing election processes. Walsh characterizes the charges as "trumped up" and expresses support for Hazelo's appeal.

Finally, Walsh criticizes the current governor's objections to the federal budget reconciliation bill, accusing him of making "hysterical" and false claims regarding its impact on healthcare and abortion access, and claims the governor is just trying to get taxpayer money for his political allies.

C-TRAN board again postpones vote on light rail operations and maintenance costs‍

With court cases still pending regarding the removal of Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board of Directors, the board voted to postpone the vote on language that specifies whether or not Clark County residents could be on the hook for Oregon’s light rail expansion O&M costs Read More

Michelle Belkot Legal Defense Fund

Legal representation of the C-TRAN board members will be paid for by tax dollars.‍ Michelle Belkot needs our help to continue fighting for you.

Read More at standupwashington.com

We the Governed - DOGE WA

Under Governor Bob Ferguson's direction, Washington State's Office of Financial Management stopped updating the "open checkbook" information on the state's website back in March - right around the time DOGE WA activists started exposing some of the exceptionally wasteful and dumb spending in Washington State.   So, after being contacted by many DOGE WA people in the state demanding to have the state "Show us the money," it appears they are slowly starting to respond to our demands.  **update - they have now posted data for April and May based on pressure from activists **‍

Washington Gun Law

Effective July 1, 2025, all FFLs must now be audio recording every conversation which takes place inside a gun store.  That's right, your audio comments are being recorded.  Washington Gun Law President, William Kirk, talks about the new state that law just went into effect that mandates all FFLs capture video and audio recording of all activity which takes place inside the store. ‍

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