FINAL BILL REPORT

SB 5695

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.

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Synopsis as Enacted

Brief Description: Authorizing the Washington state patrol to accept donations.

Sponsors: Senators Oemig, Swecker, Ranker, Tom, Shin and Haugen; by request of Washington State Patrol.

Senate Committee on Transportation

House Committee on State Government & Tribal Affairs

Background: The Washington State Patrol (WSP) occasionally receives donations, including donated equipment. Current law permits WSP to accept donations for fire training activities, but does not address whether WSP is authorized to accept other donations.

Summary: WSP may accept donations of money or property for the purpose of fulfilling its mission.

Votes on Final Passage:

Senate

49

0

House

98

0

Effective: July 26, 2009