The definitions in this section apply throughout this section and RCW 29A.56.082 through 29A.56.092 unless the context clearly requires otherwise.

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(1) “Cast” means accepted by the secretary of state in accordance with RCW 29A.56.090(2).
(2) “Elector” means an individual selected as a presidential elector under RCW 29A.56.320 and 29A.56.082 through 29A.56.092.
(3) “President” means president of the United States.
(4) “Unaffiliated presidential candidate” means a candidate for president who qualifies for the general election ballot in this state by means other than nomination by a political party.
(5) “Vice president” means vice president of the United States.

NOTES:

Short title2019 c 143: “This act may be known and cited as the uniform faithful presidential electors act.” [ 2019 c 143 § 1.]
Uniformity of application and construction2019 c 143: “In applying and construing this uniform act, consideration must be given to the need to promote uniformity of the law with respect to its subject matter among states that enact it.” [ 2019 c 143 § 9.]