House debate over HB558 exposes split on adding party‑affiliation disclosure to nonpartisan filings The committee adopted the first substitute to HB558 (elections filing disclosure) but then voted 7–3 to hold the bill for further study after extended debate and public comment. Supporters argued disclosure aids voter information and engagement; opponents, including the League of Cities and the League of Women Voters, warned it would politicize local, nonpartisan offices and could reduce focus on qualifications.

The House committee's heated debate over HB558 reveals a deep divide on whether disclosing party affiliations in nonpartisan races will boost voter engagement or undermine essential local governance.

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