5036.E AMH MULL MATT 15

ESB 5036 - H AMD TO APP COMM AMD (H2655.1) 162 ADOPTED 4-8-99

By Representatives Mulliken and Chandler

     On page 1, line 9, after "Grant," strike "two" and insert "((two)) three"

     On page 1, line 17, after "Sec. 2." strike "The additional judicial position" and insert "(1) The additional judicial position for Grant county created by section 1 of this act is effective only if Grant county through its duly constituted legislative authority documents its approval of the additional position and its agreement that it will pay out of county funds, without reimbursement from the state, the expenses of the additional judicial position as provided by state law or the state Constitution.

     (2) The additional judicial position for Okanogan county"

     Correct the title.

EFFECT: Authorizes one additional Superior Court judge for Grant County.  The additional position is contingent upon agreement by the county to pay required expenses of the additional position.