HB 2096 - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 3/10/05)

Provides that, subject to the availability of funds appropriated specifically for this purpose, the department of agriculture shall contract for a study on the economic and social impact of agricultural fairs on Washington state. This study shall include, but is not limited to, developing information on (1) the statewide and local impacts of fairs on employment, business income, taxes resulting from fair activity, civic and charitable organizations, youth development, and other business and social benefits, and (2) needed capital improvements.

Requires the department to submit the report to the office of financial management and the appropriate committees of the legislature no later than June 30, 2006.