Wash. Const. art. II, § 8
- Constitution
- Constitution of Washington
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
JUDGES OF THEIR OWN ELECTION AND QUALIFICATION - QUORUM. Each house shall be the judge of the election, returns and qualifications of its own members, and a majority of each house shall constitute a quorum to do business; but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day and may compel the attendance of absent members, in such manner and under such penalties as each house may provide. Governmental continuity during emergency periods: Art. 2 Section 42.
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