SENATE BILL REPORT

2ESHB 2376

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.

As of Second Reading

Title: An act relating to fiscal matters.

Brief Description: Making 2016 supplemental operating appropriations.

Sponsors: House Committee on Appropriations (originally sponsored by Representatives Dunshee and Chandler; by request of Office of Financial Management).

Brief History: Passed House: 2/25/16, 50-47; 3/29/16, 78-17.

Committee Activity:

Staff: Steve Jones (786-7440)

Background: The operating expenses of the state government and its agencies and programs are funded on a biennial basis by an omnibus operations budget adopted by the Legislature in odd-numbered years. In subsequent legislative sessions, a supplemental budget is adopted, making various modifications to agency appropriations. State operating expenses are paid from the state general fund and from various dedicated funds and accounts.

Summary of Bill: The 2015-17 biennial appropriations for the various agencies and programs of the state are modified. For detailed information, please see the website of the Senate Ways & Means Committee: .

Appropriation: Various.

Fiscal Note: Not requested.

Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: Yes.

Effective Date: The bill contains an emergency clause and takes effect immediately.