Office of the Secretary of State and Attorney General’s Office release guide on state and federal election authorities

Office of the Secretary of State and Attorney General’s Office release guide on state and federal election authorities FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sep 3 2026 atgSamBlobaum Thu, 09/03/2026 - 11:19 The Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) and the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) have released a new guide for county election officials which outlines state and federal roles in election administration. As the federal government continues to push falsehoods about the security of elections systems, the guide is intended to support county election officials with any potential interactions with federal officials in the lead up to the Nov. 3 General Election. “This year, it is clear that Washington election officials must be prepared to handle inquiries and interactions with the federal administration, on top of the significant work it takes to administer a secure and accurate election,” Secretary of State Steve Hobbs said. “Supporting county election partners’ preparedness is one of my top priorities. That includes making sure they have clear, practical guidance when questions arise.” In Washington, elections are primarily administered by each county. Local election officials prepare, mail, an