SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 5739
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As of February 15, 2011
Title: An act relating to uniform laws on interstate provision of governmental services.
Brief Description: Regarding uniform laws on the interstate provision of governmental services.
Sponsors: Senators Kastama and Chase.
Brief History:
Committee Activity: Economic Development, Trade & Innovation: 2/16/11.
SENATE COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TRADE & INNOVATION |
Staff: Jack Brummel (786-7428)
Background: The Washington State Uniform Law Commission (Commission) was established to promote uniformity of legislation with other states. The Commission identifies areas of the law where uniformity of state laws is desirable and practicable, and either the U.S. Congress lacks jurisdiction to act or it is preferable that the several states enact the laws. The Commission proposes to the Legislature adoption of the uniform acts developed with other commissioners at the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (National Conference).
Summary of Bill: The Commission is directed to consider a uniform law enabling several states to contract among themselves for the provision of state services, including information technology, to accomplish savings from economies of scale. If the Commission develops a draft uniform law on this subject, they must propose it to the National Conference.
If, after consideration, the Commission determines such a law is not feasible, it must so report to the appropriate legislative committees.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested on February 15, 2011.
Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: No.
Effective Date: Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.