| VETO MESSAGE ON E2SHB 2668 |
| March 25, 2008 |
| 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 Sections 6 and 9, Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2668 entitled: |
"AN ACT Relating to long-term care." |
| This bill includes the policy recommendations from the Governor's Long-Term Care Task Force designed to meet increased demands for long-term care that supports autonomy and self-determination in people's homes and in community settings rather than institutions. |
| Sections 6 and 9 were not funded by the legislature in the budget, and are therefore null and void pursuant to Section 15 of this bill. For these reasons, I have vetoed Sections 6 and 9 of Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2668. |
| With the exception of Sections 6 and 9, Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2668 is approved. |
| Respectfully submitted, |
| Christine Gregoire |
| Governor |