SB 5356 - DIGEST |
Creates the Washington state LGBTQ commission in the office of the governor. |
Requires the executive director of the commission to: (1) Monitor state legislation and advocate for legislation affecting LGBTQ people; |
(2) Work with state agencies to assess programs and policies; |
(3) Coordinate with the minority commissions, women's commission, and human rights commission to address issues of mutual concern; and |
(4) Work as a liaison between the public and private sector to eliminate barriers to economic and health equity. |
Declares that June of each year will be known as LGBTQ pride month. |