VETO MESSAGE ON ESHB 3127

March 20, 2006

To the Honorable Speaker and Members,
The House of Representatives of the State of Washington

Ladies and Gentlemen:

I am returning, without my approval as to Section 9, Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 3127 entitled:

"AN ACT Relating to education."

Section 9 is a standard null and void clause. It is unnecessary in this instance as the Supplemental Budget included appropriations for this Act.

For these reasons, I have vetoed Section 9, of Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 3127.

With the exception of Section 9, Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 3127 is approved.

Respectfully submitted,
Christine O. Gregoire
Governor