Guide your class through some basic similarities and differences as well as sidebyside text analysis with this lessons integrated readingactivity format. Article iii has been amended three times since the current state of washington constitution was adopted in 1889. Chief justice madsen explains the importance of the state constitution and why its protections of individual rights and. The washington state constitution has been amended 108 times since its adoption in 1889 although the state of washington is wellknown as an initiative and referendum state, the initiative process in the state does not apply to constitutional amendments.
The convention met at carson city on july 4, 1864, and adjourned on july 28 of the same year. The washington state constitution describes the fundamental structure and function of the state s government. This volume includes an analytical index prepared by quentin shipley smith examining the constitution sectionbysection, with references to the journal organized chronologically and citations to contemporary newspaper. Article i, section 24 of the washington constitution. The original 1878 washington state constitution the sovereign. The constitution of the united states is the supreme law of the land. Printable constitution of pennsylvania 1776 transcription the representatives of the free men of the same, and a president and council, in manner and form followingsect. We, the people of the state of california, grateful to almighty god for our freedom, in order to secure and perpetuate its blessings, do establish this constitution. The provisions of this constitution are mandatory and prohibitory unless, by express words, they are declared to be otherwise.
The constitution is here published as it is in effect following the approval of amendments and revisions on november 6, 2018. The editors scanned or obtained scans of many of the sources helpful in studying the development of the washington state constitution. The convention met at olympia on the fourth day of july, 1889, and adjourned on the twentysecond day of august. How does washingtons state constitution compare and contrast with the u. Washington state constitution the washington state constitution is the plan for the operation of washington state government, describing the three branches of government executive, legislative and judicial and defining the rights of the people. Victim rights in the washington state constitution. The constitution of the state of washington is the document that describes the structure and. United states constitution differences the washington state constitution includes many items that are not discussed in the united states constitution such as county, city and town organization, corporations, education, institutions, harbors and tide waters. We, the people of colorado, with profound reverence for the supreme ruler of the universe, in.
The constitution of the united states preamble we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do. In 1877 orange jacobs, washingtons delegate to congress requested an enabling act which would allow washington to become a state as soon as a state constitution was drafted and ratified by the voters. The constitution of the state of washington is the document that describes the structure and function of the government of the u. Most important is the residential landlordtenant act rcw 59. Amendments to the constitution can only be proposed by the washington state legislature or a constitutional convention, not through the. Washington state constitution wikisource, the free online.
People may alter or abolish form of government proviso. Washingtons first constitution, 1878 and proceedings of the convention pdf cs1 maint. Established october 31, 1783 to take effect june 2, 1784 as subsequently amended and in force january 2019. Oct 24, 2016 the text of the enrolled original of the constitution of the state of washington, dc is attached below.
The supreme legislative power shall be vested in a house of representatives of the freemen of the commonwealth or state of pennsylvania. State right to bear arms in washington article i, section 24 of the washington state constitution states. Article i declaration of rights washington constitution. Constitution of the state of washington this constitution was framed by a convention of seventyfive delegates, chosen by the peo ple of the territory of washington at an election held may 14, 1889, under section 3 of the enabling act. A bill providing for the imposition of a graduated net income tax would be unconstitutional under article vii, 1 amendment 14 of the state constitution even though approved by the voters as a referendum bill. Effective law enforcement depends on cooperation from victims of crime. Article i bill of rights that the general, great and essential principles of liberty and free government may be recognized and established, we declare. In 1877 orange jacobs, washington s delegate to congress requested an enabling act which would allow washington to become a state as soon as a state constitution was drafted and ratified by the voters. The legislative authority of the state of washington shall be vested in the legislature, consisting of a senate and house. Constitution of the state of washington this constitution was framed by a convention of seventyfive delegates, chosen by the people of the territory of washington at an election held may 14, 1889, under section 3 of the enabling act. Receipt is acknowledged of your letter of august 12, 1952, in which you request our opinion as to whether the secretary of state, after meeting the minimum publication requirements as established by the state constitution for the publication of proposed constitutional amendments may legally expend money for the purpose of supplementing the. Jan 25, 20 hi, i need to cite to the washington state constitution article 4 section 4. Every judge of the supreme court, and every judge of a superior court shall, before entering upon the duties of his office, take and subscribe an oath that he will support the constitution of the united states and the constitution of the state of washington, and will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of judge to the best of his.
Washington state constitution washington state archives. The constitution of washington is the foremost source of state law. Table of contents a constitution of the state of washington. The washington state constitution is the basic governing document of the state of washington features.
The washington supreme court and the state constitution. You can edit this venn diagram using creately diagramming tool and include in your reportpresentationwebsite. Wa state constitution blue book citation top law schools. Part ii uses that historical background to analyze article ix, sections 1 and 2 of washington s constitution, which establish and define the public school system. Passed in 1923, washington state law describes the flag as having dark green bunting with a state seal in the center. It sets out the three branches of government executive, legislative and judicial. It is the paramount duty of the state to make ample provision for the education of all children residing within its borders, without distinction or preference on account of race, color, caste, or sex.
An earlier constitution was drafted and ratified in 1878, but it was never officially adopted. Texas is a free and independent state, subject only to the constitution of the united states, and. The washington state constitution describes the fundamental structure and function of the states government. Can someone please tell me the proper full cite form. Membership in any pension or retirement system of the state, any unit of local government or school district, or. Printable constitution of pennsylvania 1776 transcription. The legislative authority of the state of washington shall be vested in the legislature, consisting of a senate and house of representatives, which shall be called the. Article ii, section 42 of the washington constitution authorizes the legislature to, enact legislation providing for prompt and temporary. Senate joint resolution 18 is to be submitted for approval or rejection at. The state of north dakota is an inseparable part of the american union and the constitution of the united states is the supreme law of the land. Journal and analytical index washington state constitution. State constitution washington state legislature clallam county.
The act of congress of february 14, 1859 appendix d infra, admitting oregon as a state, having. Victim rights in the washington state constitution spokane. Constitution of the state of washington, dc statehood. The original 1878 washington state constitution page 3 of 36 legislative, the executive, and the judicial. Washington state information symbols, capital, constitution. The youtube channel of the washington state government, linking you to videos from state agencies, departments, and elected officials. Washington state constitution washington secretary of state. On the 17th of september, 1787, the constitution as engrossed and agreed upon was signed by all the members present, except mr. The state of idaho is an inseparable part of the american union, and the constitution of the united states is the supreme law of the land. No state officers, or members of the legislative assembly, shall directly or indirectly receive a fee, or be engaged as counsel, agent, or attorney in the prosecution of any claim against this state. The convention met at olympia on the fourth day of july, 1889, and ad. We explain the most common state laws regarding your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. It also defines what rights are guaranteed to the people. Washington shall be vested in the legislature, consisting of a.
Washington state courts washington state constitution. Click for the coverage of annotations for the annotated constitution. The constitution was adopted as part of washington territorys path to statehood in 1889. The washington state constitution and the constitution of. Voters approved amending the washington state constitution in 1962 to add emergency powers in the event of an enemy attack. The exercise and enjoyment of religious faith and worship. The constitution of the united states is the supreme law of the. Victim rights in the washington state constitution these rights are taken directly from the washington state constitution, article i, section 35. Constitution of oregon proposed amendments and revisions the 2019 regular session of the legislative assembly proposed one amendment to the constitution of the state of oregon. Article iii, washington state constitution ballotpedia.
Home washington state constitution research library. This edition of the constitution begins with a foreword written by chief justice barbara madsen of the washington state supreme court. Senior attorney, institute for justice washington chapter. Washington state constitution article ii legislative department. Article iii of the washington state constitution is labeled the executive. In 2011, the law library developed this website to make the materials available to researchers. No chinaman, not a resident of the state at the adoption of this constitution, shall ever hold any real.
Constitution of the united states no person shall be a senator who shall not have attained to the age of thirty years, and been nine years a citizen of the united states, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of that state for which he shall be chosen. The right of the individual citizen to bear arms in defense of himself, or the state, shall not be impaired facts about carrying a firearm 1. This means a person may carry a firearm in an exposed holster. It has 25 sections which define the duties, rights and prerogatives of the office of the governor of washington, and other statewide constitutional officers. State constitution washington state legislature leg. The constitution of the state of florida as revised in 1968 consisted of certain revised articles as proposed by three jointresolutions which were adopted during thespecial session of june 24july 3, 1968, and ratified by the electorate on november 5, 1968, together with one article carried forward from the constitution of 1885, as amended. I dont know if its rcw or rcwa not a blue book pro here. States, and the constitution of the state of oregon, and that i will faithfully, and impartially discharge the. Legislation is enacted by the washington state legislature, published in the laws of washington, and codified in the revised code of washington. Washington state constitution wikisource, the free. On the other hand, where the federal constitution is more permissive, and the state constitution more restrictive of the power of government, the state supreme court is bound to enforce the state constitution. It is also the only state flag with a picture of a president.
Dec 11, 2019 an essential tool for researchers is the journal of the washington state constitutional convention, 1889, edited by beverly paulik rosenow in 1962 reprinted in 1999. The text of the original signed copy of the constitution filed in the office of the secretary of state is retained unless it has been repealed or superseded by amendment or revision. Political science, pacific lutheran university 1999. Constitution of oregon proposed amendments and revisions. State agency regulations sometimes called administrative law are published in the washington state register and codified in the washington administrative code. Constitution of the state of washington legislative.
All political power is inherent in the people, and governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to protect and maintain individual rights. Wisconsin constitution updated by the legislative reference bureau. When citing a constitution contained in an electronic database, indicate parenthetically the name of the publisher, editor, or compiler unless the constitution is published, edited, compiled by, or under the supervision of, federal or state officials. Rcw stands for the revised code of washington, the law of washington state. No person or collection of persons, holding any position in, or exercising any authority under one of. Washington state constitution the state constitution is the master plan for the operation of our state government. Reading of the constitution of the state of washington, dc. List of amendments to the washington state constitution.
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