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About the PDC

We’re here to promote confidence in Washington state’s political process by helping voters and the public understand where money in politics comes from and where it's going. 

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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) was created in 1972 with the passing of Initiative 276. We are led by a Commission —five commissioners appointed by the governor and confirmed by the state Senate—and an executive director. The Commission sets PDC policy and interprets and enforces the campaign finance and disclosure laws found in RCW 42.17A and WAC 390. 

We help political candidates, committees, lobbyists, elected officials, and others report timely and accurate financial disclosure data so the public can remain informed. 

PDC at a Glance

118,420 Reports Filed in 2022

8.3 million+ Open Data Records Available

10,000+ Filers in 2022

Commission Leadership

Learn more about the PDC’s leadership and the role of the commissioners and executive director, and keep up to date about what’s happening at Commission meetings. 
 

About the Commission

Portrait of Commission Chair Fred Jarrett

Fred Jarrett

Photo of Commissioner Nancy Isserlis

Nancy L Isserlis

Photo of Commissioner William Downing

William Downing

Portrait of Commissioner Allen Hayward

Allen Hayward

Portrait of Commissioner Jocelyn Cooney

Jocelyn Cooney

Photo of Executive Director Peter Frey Lavallee

Peter Frey Lavallee

Commission Meetings

COVID 19 update: The Public Disclosure Commission Meeting will be streamed live. Commission members and staff will join the meeting remotely.

For a link to the livestream, click on the Commission Meeting agenda.

The Public Comment period is at 9:30 a.m. To provide public comment via conference line during this time please call 1-360-522-2372 prior to the start of the meeting to obtain information on how to participate.

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Regular Commission Meeting -March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023 9:30am
Regular Commission Meeting - February 23, 2023
February 23, 2023 9:30am
Regular Commission Meeting - January 26, 2023
January 26, 2023 All day
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Plans and Projects

Learn about our vision, goals and special projects. Review annual reports summarizing our work. 

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  • Legislative priorities
Strategic Plans & Projects

Mission

Promote confidence in the political process.

Vision

The PDC will lead the nation in fostering full disclosure of money in politics.

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Do you have questions about the PDC’s role or our reporting and enforcement processes?  

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