SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 5140
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
As of January 14, 2007
Title: An act relating to fiscal matters.
Brief Description: Making operating appropriations for 2007-2009.
Sponsors: Senators Prentice and Pridemore; by request of Governor Gregoire.
Brief History:
Committee Activity: Ways & Means:
SENATE COMMITTEE ON WAYS & MEANS
Staff: Steve Jones (786-7440)
Background: The operating expenses of state government and its agencies and programs are funded on a biennial basis by an omnibus operations budget adopted by the Legislature in odd-numbered years. State operating expenses are paid from the state General Fund and from various dedicated funds and accounts.
Summary of Bill: Biennial appropriations for the 2007-09 fiscal biennium for the various agencies and programs of the state are enacted, including appropriations for general government agencies, human services programs, natural resources agencies, and educational institutions. For additional information, see the budget summary materials published by the Senate Ways & Means Committee and available on the Internet at www.leg.wa.gov/Senate/Committees/WM/.
Appropriation: Yes.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: No.
Effective Date: The bill contains an emergency clause and takes effect immediately.