Brief Description: Requiring disclosure of information regarding work done for the state.

Sponsors: Representatives Hudgins, Conway, Chase and Simpson.

Hearing Date: 1/30/06

Staff: Chris Cordes (786-7103).

Background:

The State of Washington contracts with individuals and companies outside of state government to provide certain goods and services to the state and its residents. For service contracts, the state's purchasing authority is generally organized into categories based on the type of service. These categories include the following:

• Personal services. This term refers to professional or technical expertise provided by a consultant to accomplish a specific study or project.

• Purchased services. These services are ones provided by a vendor to accomplish routine, continuing and necessary functions.

• Information services. These services include data processing, telecommunications, office automation, and computerized information systems.

• Public works. This term refers to the construction, repair, or alteration of buildings and other real property.

• Highway design and construction. This term includes both architectural and engineering services, as well as construction services related to highways.

• Printing services. This term refers to the production of printed materials.

Summary of Bill:

The Legislature states an intent to change requirements related to disclosure of information about state contracts performed, in whole or in part, at locations outside the United States.

Rulemaking Authority: The bill does not contain provisions addressing the rule-making powers of an agency.

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Not requested.

Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.