SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 5756

BYSenator Kreidler

Authorizing the department of licensing securities division to employ legal counsel.

Senate Committee on Financial Institutions

Senate Hearing Date(s):February 24, 1987

Senate Staff:Stephanie Yates (786-7416)

AS OF FEBRUARY 23, 1987

BACKGROUND:

Unless otherwise specified by law, the Attorney General is required to act as attorney for any administrative body, department, agency, commission, or tribunal of the state.

SUMMARY:

The Securities Division of the Department of Licensing may employ its own legal counsel; however, the Attorney General shall act as attorney for the Securities Division upon the request of the Director of the Department of Licensing.

Fiscal Note:      none requested