HB 1580 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

     Supports the development of community gardens through the cooperative extension services of Washington State University.

     Makes an appropriation of two hundred fifty thousand dollars from the general fund to Washington State University for grants to local community-based groups to establish or maintain existing community gardens.

     Makes the appropriation subject to the following conditions and limitations:  (1) The state funds must be matched on a dollar-for-dollar basis with nonstate sources.  The match may include cash or other in-kind contributions; and

     (2) no portion of the appropriation under this section shall be used to pay indirect costs of Washington State University.