HB 2866 - DIGEST

Creates the legislative joint select committee on the creation of a Washington state council for the Pacific Northwest economic region.

Requires the joint select committee to: (1) Review the costs and benefits of creating a Washington state council for the Pacific Northwest economic region and investigate possible avenues to expand cross-border partnership on certain substantive issues; and

(2) Create and consult an advisory committee of stakeholders to assist in the development of recommendations.

Expires December 31, 2016.