SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 6461
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 February 24, 2008
Title: An act relating to the capital budget.
Brief Description: Making 2008 supplemental capital appropriations.
Sponsors: Senators Fraser, Brandland, Shin and Sheldon; by request of Office of Financial Management.
Brief History:
Committee Activity: Ways & Means: 1/17/08, 2/26/08.
SENATE COMMITTEE ON WAYS & MEANS
Staff: Brian Sims (786-7431)
Background: The capital construction expenses of state government and its agencies and programs are funded on a biennial basis by an omnibus capital budget adopted by the Legislature in odd-numbered years. In even-numbered years, a supplemental budget is adopted, making various modifications to agency appropriations. State capital budget expenses are paid from the State Building Construction Account and from various dedicated funds and accounts.
Summary of Bill: The bill as referred to committee was not considered.
SUMMARY OF BILL (Proposed Substitute): The 2007-09 biennial capital appropriations for various agencies and programs are modified. For additional information, see "Supplemental Capital Budget Summary" published by the Senate Ways & Means Committee. The information is also available on the Internet at www.leg.wa.gov/senate/scs/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.