§ 29A.28.030. United States senate
When a vacancy occurs in the representation of this state in the senate of the United States, the governor shall make a temporary appointment to that office until the people fill the vacancy by election as provided in this chapter.
[2003 c 111 § 703. Prior: 1985 c 45 § 3; 1965 c 9 § 29.68.070; prior: 1921 c 33 § 1; RRS § 3798. Formerly RCW 29.68.070.]
Notes:
Legislative intent -- 1985 c 45: See note following RCW 29A.04.420.
Special procedures for primary for United States senate vacancy in 1983: Chapter 1, Laws of 1983 3rd ex. sess. (uncodified).
Vacancies in public office, how caused: RCW 42.12.010. Sections: Previous 29A.28.011 29A.28.021 29A.28.030 29A.28.041 29A.28.050 29A.28.061 29A.28.071 Next
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