SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 5883
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 December 12, 2011
Title: An act relating to fiscal matters.
Brief Description: Relating to fiscal matters.
Sponsors: Senator Murray.
Brief History:
Committee Activity: Ways & Means: 12/12/11.
SENATE COMMITTEE ON WAYS & MEANS |
Staff: Steve Jones (786-7440)
Background: The operating expenses of the 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. In subsequent legislative sessions, a supplemental budget is adopted, making various modifications to agency appropriations. State operating expenses are paid from the state General Fund and from various dedicated funds and accounts.
Summary of Bill: The bill as referred to committee not considered.
Summary of Bill (Proposed Substitute): The 2011-13 biennial appropriations for the various agencies and programs of the state are modified. Detailed information is posted on the web site of the Senate Ways & Means Committee: http://www.leg.wa.gov/Senate/Committees/WM/Pages/default.aspx
Appropriation: Various appropriations are modified.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: No.
Effective Date: The bill contains an emergency clause and takes effect immediately.