Bill > SB5485

This bill extends the expiration date for certain sections of a previous law related to livestock identification from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2030. Specifically, the bill amends RCW 16.57.460 to continue requiring the Department of Agriculture to submit an annual report by November 1st to legislative committees and the livestock identification advisory committee. This report must include details about the livestock inspection program, such as amounts collected, program expenditures, recommendations for improving program efficiency, and an assessment of the program's financial status. The bill ensures that the reporting requirements and related program sections will remain in effect for an additional four years, giving the department more time to evaluate and potentially modify the livestock inspection program and its associated fees. The changes appear to be primarily administrative, focusing on extending the timeline for ongoing program review and reporting.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5485&Year=2025&Initiative=false