SB 6164 - DIGEST

Authorizes revenue generated from real estate excise taxes to also be used for the maintenance of capital facilities if the county or city imposing the taxes identifies the capital maintenance facilities in their adopted budget.

Modifies the definition of "criminal justice purposes" in regards to county sales and use taxes imposed under RCW 82.14.340 and allows revenue received from any such tax to be used to replace or supplant existing funding for criminal justice purposes.

Clarifies that taxes on gambling activities collected by local governments are to be used for public safety purposes.

Provides that revenue from taxes imposed under chapter 67.28 RCW (public stadium, convention, arts, and tourism facilities) may also be used for governmental purposes that will maintain or enhance tourism, including public safety improvements.

Expires December 31, 2012.