Washington Administrative Code Title 390 - Public Disclosure Commission
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 390 – Public Disclosure Commission
Overview:
Title 390 of the Washington Administrative Code contains rules adopted by the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC), which administers and enforces Washington’s campaign finance, lobbying disclosure, and personal financial affairs reporting laws, under RCW 42.17A. The PDC’s mission is to promote transparency and accountability in Washington politics.
Key Chapters in WAC Title 390:
Below are some important chapters within Title 390:
WAC 390-05 – Definitions
Provides key definitions used throughout Title 390 (e.g., political committee, contribution, independent expenditure).
WAC 390-16 – Campaign Disclosure Reporting
Details the reporting requirements for candidates and political committees, including Form C-1 (Candidate Registration) and Form C-4 (Summary of Contributions and Expenditures).
WAC 390-17 – Fund-Raising and Political Advertising
Covers rules on campaign fundraising, contribution limits, political advertising disclosures, and use of surplus funds.
WAC 390-18 – Political Advertising
Regulates disclosure requirements for advertisements (e.g., sponsor identification, "No Candidate Authorized" disclaimers).
WAC 390-19 – Electronic Filing
Establishes requirements for electronic submission of disclosure reports to the PDC.
WAC 390-20 – Lobbying
Specifies registration and reporting rules for lobbyists, including employer disclosures.
WAC 390-24 – Personal Financial Affairs Reporting
Outlines financial disclosure obligations for elected and appointed officials (Form F-1).
WAC 390-32 to 390-37 – Miscellaneous
Includes administrative procedures such as enforcement hearings, complaints, penalties, and rulemaking.
Authority:
Title 390 implements and interprets RCW 42.17A, which is the enabling statute for campaign finance, lobbying, and disclosure in Washington State.
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