Public Disclosure Commission

Administers and enforces Washington's public disclosure law and ensure that the provisions of the disclosure law are fully met. The Commission should also conduct a sufficient number of audits and field investigations to provide a statistically valid finding regarding the degree of compliance with the provisions.
Board Websitehttps://www.pdc.wa.gov/engage/leadership
Policy AreaTransportation and Economic Development
Governor Appointments5
Total Board Positions5
Statutory AuthorityRCW 42.17A.100
Public Disclosure Required?Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?Yes
CompensationReimbursement for travel, meals, and lodging + $100 per day
Term Length (years)5
Statutory Term LimitsNo member is eligible for appointment to more than one full term
Member Requirements: No more than three members can be from same political party. No member, during their tenure, shall hold or campaign for public office; be an officer of any political party or political committee; permit their name to be used, or make contributions in support of or in opposition to any candidate or proposition; participate in any election campaign; or lobby or assist any lobbyist. No person shall be eligible for appointment for more than one full term.