Ballot & Voter Information
Bonds vs Levies
- Bonds are used to build and renovate buildings.
- Levies are to fund school operations and learning.
Voting Facts
- School levies in Washington require a simple majority—50 percent plus one vote—to pass.
- School bonds in Washington require a super majority—60 percent plus one vote—to pass.
- All voting in Washington is done by mail.
Register to Vote
There are three ways to register to vote in King County:
- Online
- By mail
- In person
Visit the King County Election's website to learn more about how to register.
Remember to Vote
We encourage all registered voters to vote. If you vote by mail, ballots must be postmarked no later than Election Day. Or you may turn in your mail ballot on or before Election Day at a ballot drop-off location. See a list of ballot drop-off locations in King County.