Washington State
House of Representatives
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Commerce & Labor Committee

HB 3160

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

Sponsors: Representatives Hudgins, Conway, Chase and Simpson.

Brief Summary of Bill
  • States legislative intent to change requirements related to disclosure of information about out-sourced state contracts.

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:

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.