SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 6401

BYSenators Thorsness, Rasmussen, McCaslin, Amondson, Craswell, McDonald and Smith

Authorizing the sale of certain correctional industries products to the private sector.

Senate Committee on Law & Justice

Senate Hearing Date(s):January 17, 1990

Senate Staff:Ben Barnes (786-7465)

AS OF JANUARY 16, 1990

BACKGROUND:

Under current law, the products of state-run class II industries may only be sold to public agencies and nonprofit organizations.

It is suggested that the existing statute be amended to allow the sale of class II industry products to any public or private purchaser.

SUMMARY:

The products and services of class II correctional industries may be sold to public agencies and to the private sector.

Appropriation:    none

Revenue:    yes

Fiscal Note:      requested January 12, 1990

Effective Date:July 1, 1990