Bill > SB5809

This bill aims to generate cost savings for the state by eliminating three specific statutory requirements related to annual reports and an advisory committee. The legislature acknowledges the current budget challenges and the need to streamline administrative processes. Specifically, the bill repeals three sections of existing law: RCW 43.71C.100, which pertains to an annual report with data confidentiality provisions; RCW 70.330.020, which requires certain reports to the governor and legislature; and RCW 71.24.546, which established a substance use recovery services advisory committee and mandated a related report. The bill's rationale is that these reports and the advisory committee are either duplicative of work done by other agencies, committees, and working groups, or represent substantial administrative overhead with limited utility. By eliminating these requirements, the state hopes to prioritize limited financial resources and reduce unnecessary administrative burden while maintaining core governmental functions.

Budget and Finance

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5809&Year=2025&Initiative=false