HB 1256-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Provides that there may be credited against the tax imposed by chapter 82.04 RCW, the value of state-approved, employer-provided, or employer-sponsored basic skills training, subject to the eligibility standards and limitations set forth.

     Requires the work force training and education coordinating board to evaluate the results of worker training provided and report its findings to the appropriate policy and fiscal committees of the legislature by January 1, 1999, and every two years thereafter.