SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 6052
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 June 25, 2015
Title: An act relating to state government.
Brief Description: Relating to state government.
Sponsors: Senator Hill.
Brief History:
Committee Activity: Ways & Means: 6/25/15.
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 Operating 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 2015-17 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 education institutions. In addition, supplemental operating appropriations are made for the 2013-2015 fiscal biennium. For additional information, see the budget summary materials published by the Senate Ways & Means Committee, which are available on the Internet at http://www.leg.wa.gov/Senate/Committees/WM/.
Appropriation: Various.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: No.
Effective Date: The bill contains an emergency clause and takes effect immediately.