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They're only 17 but their votes could make a difference this primary
EVERETT — Washington is opening the election process to thousands of new voters in the upcoming primary, none of whom will be 18 when they cast their ballots.
In a close contest, they could influence the outcome.
Until now, a person could only vote in an election as long as they turn 18 on or before the day of the election. They also must be United States citizens that have lived in the state, county and precinct for at least 30 days preceding an election.
A provision in a 2020 state law kicked in this year. It allows any 17-year-old to vote in the August primary, as long as they will be 18 by the general election.
https://www.heraldnet.com/news/theyre-only-17-but-their-votes-could-make-a-difference-this-primary/
