HB 1969-S2 - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 2ND SUBSTITUTE)

     Authorizes the purchase of services through contracts with individuals or business entities.

     Provides that the contracts must require the provision of health care benefits and wages similar to those paid to classified employees.

     Directs the office of fiscal management to provide assistance to help develop a methodology for comparing the costs of government and privately delivered services.

     Allows classified employees to offer alternatives to any proposed contracts for privately delivered services.

     Requires a report on the impact of the act by January 1, 1997.

     Establishes a joint legislative task force on competitive strategies.

     Repeals RCW 28A.400.285 and 41.06.382.