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This joint resolution reestablishes the Joint Select Committee on Civic Health, originally created in 2024, to continue improving the state's democratic processes and collaborative governance. The committee will consist of 17 members, including the Lieutenant Governor (who will serve as chair), four senators and four representatives from each party's majority and minority groups, selected by the Senate President and House Speaker. Two Vice Chairs will be appointed, one from the majority party and one from the minority party, representing different chambers. The committee will operate under Joint Rules, with expenses and staff support provided by the Lieutenant Governor's Office, and legislative members will receive travel expense reimbursement. The committee is tasked with issuing reports to the legislature before the 2027, 2028, and 2029 regular sessions, building upon the work of the Project for Civic Health, which aims to strengthen democratic engagement by empowering local elected officials and promoting collaborative problem-solving. The committee will officially cease to exist at the start of the 2029 regular session.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=8406&Year=2025&Initiative=false