Office of the Code Reviser

The bill drafting guide provides step-by-step instructions for drafting legislation. It covers the basics of bill structure, common drafting conventions, and specific formatting rules. Includes examples and templates to help drafters create clear, effective legislation.

The Washington State Constitution is the founding document of our state. It explains the government's structure and powers, as well as the people's rights.

The Revised Code of Washington (RCW) is a list of all current state laws. This includes laws that the Legislature passed and the Governor signed, as well as laws that voters passed during elections.

The Washington Administrative Code (WAC) is a list of all current state rules. State agencies create rules based on the authority they receive from state laws.

The Washington State Register is an official publication for rule-making activity by state agencies in Washington. It includes notices of proposed and final rules, public meetings, and other legal information.

The Statute Law Committee employs the Code Reviser and oversees the functions and performance of the Code Reviser's Office.

This page lists the publications you can get, how you can order them, and how to contact us for custom requests or more information.