HB 1792-S2.E - DIGEST
(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 3/04/11)

Changes the name of the University Center at Everett Community College to the University Center of North Puget Sound.

Assigns management and leadership of the University Center of North Puget Sound to Washington State University to meet the needs of the Everett metropolitan area and the north Snohomish, Island, and Skagit county region and the state of Washington for baccalaureate and graduate degrees offered by a state university.

Requires Washington State University to: (1) Assume leadership of the center upon completion of a strategic plan for meeting the academic needs of the region and successful establishment of an engineering degree program;

(2) Review center expansion needs and consider capital facilities funding at least annually; and

(3) Design, construct, and manage any facility developed at the center.

Provides a contingent effective date.