Bill > SB5687

This bill increases the percentage of sales tax revenue dedicated to performance audits from 0.16 percent to 0.2 percent (two-tenths of one percent). The bill modifies the state's existing sales tax law (RCW 82.08.020) to adjust the tax rate and allocation of funds. Specifically, the bill changes the language to increase the portion of sales tax that will be used for comprehensive performance audits, which are detailed evaluations of government programs and operations aimed at improving efficiency and accountability. The additional funds will be deposited into the performance audits of government account, as established in RCW 43.09.475. The changes will apply to sales taxes collected on or after January 1, 2026, and the bill will take effect on the same date. This modification represents a slight but meaningful increase in funding for government performance audits, potentially allowing for more thorough and frequent reviews of government operations and spending.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5687&Year=2025&Initiative=false