Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
State Government & Tribal Affairs Committee |
HB 1024
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a statement of legislative intent. |
Brief Description: Designating Aplets and Cotlets as the state candy.
Sponsors: Representatives Armstrong, Liias and Williams.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/20/09
Staff: Pam Madson (786-7111)
Background:
The Legislature has designated specific symbols in a number of categories as the official representative for the state of Washington. Washington has an official state tree, grass, flower, fruit, marine mammal, bird, insect, fossil, and fish. No candy has been designated as the official state candy.
Aplets and Cotlets are candies using fruit and nuts that have been produced in Washington for over 70 years.
Summary of Bill:
Aplets and Cotlets are designated as the official candy of the state of Washington.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.