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Ferguson Urges Washington Voters to Reject Initiative 638

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 6:45 PM UTC · How we work

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Governor Bob Ferguson urged Washington voters to reject Initiative 638.
Initiative 638 would require medical documentation verifying biological sex through exam, genetics, or testosterone.
Ferguson’s allies include Sen. Patty Murray, the Greater Seattle Business Association, and several city councils.
Let’s Go Washington spokesperson Hallie Herzberg said the rule adds a doctor-filled checkbox, not invasive exams.
A poll found 43% of Washington voters would support Initiative 638.

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Governor Bob Ferguson urged Washington voters to reject Initiative 638.
Initiative 638 would require medical documentation verifying biological sex through exam, genetics, or testosterone.
Ferguson’s allies include Sen. Patty Murray, the Greater Seattle Business Association, and several city councils.
Let’s Go Washington spokesperson Hallie Herzberg said the rule adds a doctor-filled checkbox, not invasive exams.
A poll found 43% of Washington voters would support Initiative 638.