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WA SB5943
WA SB5943Establishing balanced legislative oversight of gubernatorial powers during a declared emergency.
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Introduced
01/25/2022
01/25/2022
In Committee
01/25/2022
01/25/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to establishing balanced legislative oversight of gubernatorial powers during a declared emergency; amending RCW 3 43.06.210 and 43.06.220; creating a new section; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Bipartisan Approach to Legislative Authority Necessary in Continuing Emergencies (BALANCE) Act of 2022," aims to establish balanced legislative oversight of the governor's powers during a declared emergency. It amends existing laws to allow the legislature to terminate a state of emergency through a concurrent resolution or, if the legislature is not in session, through written termination by the leadership of the Senate and House of Representatives. The bill also limits the duration of the governor's orders related to waiving or suspending statutory obligations or limitations to 30 days, unless extended by the legislature or its leadership. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective immediately.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (14)
Lynda Wilson (R)*,
John Braun (R),
Perry Dozier (R),
Phil Fortunato (R),
Chris Gildon (R),
Jeff Holy (R),
Curtis King (R),
Mark Mullet (D),
Mike Padden (R),
Ann Rivers (R),
Shelly Short (R),
Keith Wagoner (R),
Judy Warnick (R),
Jeff Wilson (R),
Last Action
First reading, referred to State Government & Elections. (on 01/25/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5943&Year=2021&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5943.pdf |
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