Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
State Government, Elections & Information Technology Committee |
HB 2365
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Brief Description: Designating the pine mushroom as the official state fungus.
Sponsors: Representatives Dolan, Ormsby, Hudgins, Santos, Appleton and Doglio.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/10/18
Staff: Desiree Omli (786-7105).
Background:
The Tricholoma murrillianum is also known as the pine mushroom. It is ivory in color with reddish-brown scales, a large annulus, and has a distinctive odor. The Tricholoma murrillianum is a species of Tricholoma matsutake that is found in western North America, including the Pacific Northwest.
Summary of Bill:
The Tricholoma murrillianum is designated as the official fungi of the state of Washington.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.