SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 5208

As of February 20, 2003

Title: An act relating to the state wildlife fund.

Brief Description: Directing certain funds to be deposited in the state wildlife fund.

Sponsors: Senator Oke.

Brief History:

Committee Activity: Parks, Fish & Wildlife: 2/25/03.

SENATE COMMITTEE ON PARKS, FISH & WILDLIFE

Staff: Kari Guy (786-7437)

Background: Revenues from recreational shellfish and fishing licenses are currently deposited in two different accounts. Revenues from shellfish and saltwater licenses are deposited in the state general fund. Revenues from all other fishing licenses are deposited in the state wildlife fund. Moneys in the state wildlife fund may be used only for the purposes of the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Summary of Bill: Revenues from the sale of saltwater and shellfish licenses must be deposited in the state wildlife fund.

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Available.

Effective Date: Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.