Bill > HB1535

This bill aims to increase legislative involvement in gubernatorial proclamations relating to a state of emergency. The key provisions are: 1. The state of emergency can be terminated by the governor, the legislature through a concurrent resolution, or after 60 days unless extended by the legislature. The legislature can also reinstate a previously terminated state of emergency. 2. The governor must notify legislative leadership when issuing orders related to waiving or suspending statutory obligations during a state of emergency. 3. The legislature can terminate any restrictions imposed by the governor during a state of emergency through a concurrent resolution, or the legislative leadership can do so in writing if the legislature is not in session. 4. Orders issued by the governor under this law must be clearly drafted, showing the specific provisions of law being waived or suspended. 5. Violating an order issued by the governor under this law is a civil infraction punishable by a fine of up to $1,000. The bill declares an emergency, indicating it is intended to take effect immediately.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1535&Year=2023&Initiative=false