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WA Rev Code § 43.110.080 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.110 - Local Government Research and Services Program.|43.110.080 - Research and services to special purpose districts.

RCW 43.110.080 Research and services to special purpose districts.(1) The department of commerce shall contract for the provision of research and services to special purpose districts. A contract shall be made with a state agency, educational institution, or private consulting firm, that in the judgment of the department is qualified to provide such research and services.(2) Research and services to special purpose districts shall consist of:(a) Studying and researching issues relating to special purpose district government;(b) Acquiring, preparing, and distributing publications related to special purpose districts; and(c) Furnishing legal, technical, consultative, and field services to special purpose districts concerning issues relating to special purpose district government.(3) The department of commerce shall coordinate with the associations representing the various special purpose districts with respect to carrying out the activities in this section. Services to special purpose districts shall be based upon the moneys appropriated to the department of commerce from the special purpose district research services account under *RCW 43.110.090.[ 2010 c 271 § 703; 2006 c 328 § 1.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: RCW 43.110.090 was repealed by 2010 1st sp.s. c 9 § 8.Purpose—Effective date—2010 c 271: See notes following RCW 43.330.005.
WA Rev Code § 43.113.005 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.113 - Commission on African American Affairs.|43.113.005 - Legislative declaration.

RCW 43.113.005 Legislative declaration.The legislature declares that it is the public policy of this state to insure equal opportunity for all of its citizens. The legislature finds that, for economic, social, and historical reasons, a disproportionate number of African Americans find themselves disadvantaged or isolated from the benefits of equal opportunity. The legislature believes that it is the duty of this state to improve the well-being of African Americans by enabling them to participate fully in all fields of endeavor and by assisting them in obtaining governmental services. The legislature further finds that the development of public policy and the delivery of governmental services to meet the special needs of African Americans can be improved by establishing a focal point in state government for the interests of African American citizens. Therefore, the legislature deems it necessary to establish in statute the commission on African American affairs to further these purposes.[ 1992 c 96 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 43.113.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.113 - Commission on African American Affairs.|43.113.010 - Commission created.

RCW 43.113.010 Commission created.The Washington state commission on African American affairs is created. The commission shall be administered by an executive director, who shall be appointed by, and serve at the pleasure of, the governor. The governor shall set the salary of the executive director. The executive director shall employ the staff of the commission.[ 1992 c 96 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 43.113.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.113 - Commission on African American Affairs.|43.113.020 - Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Quorum—Expenses.

RCW 43.113.020 Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Quorum—Expenses.The commission shall consist of nine members, appointed by the governor. The commission shall make recommendations to the governor on appointment of the chair of the commission. The governor shall appoint the chair of the commission. To the extent practicable, appointments to the commission shall be made to achieve a balanced representation based on African American population distribution within the state, geographic considerations, sex, age, and occupation. Members shall serve three-year terms. However, of the initial appointees, one-third shall serve three-year terms, one-third shall serve two-year terms, and one-third shall serve a one-year term. In the case of a vacancy, appointment shall be for the remainder of the unexpired term. No member shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. Members shall be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred in the performance of their duties in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060. Five members shall constitute a quorum for the purposes of conducting business.[ 1992 c 96 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 43.113.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.113 - Commission on African American Affairs.|43.113.030 - Powers and duties.

RCW 43.113.030 Powers and duties.The commission shall have the following powers and duties:(1) Examine and define issues pertaining to the rights and needs of African Americans, and make recommendations to the governor and state agencies for changes in programs and laws.(2) Advise the governor and state agencies on the development and implementation of policies, plans, and programs that relate to the special needs of African Americans.(3) Advise the legislature on issues of concern to the African American community.(4) Establish relationships with state agencies, local governments, and private sector organizations that promote equal opportunity and benefits for African Americans.(5) Receive gifts, grants, and endowments from public or private sources that are made for the use or benefit of the commission and expend, without appropriation, the same or any income from the gifts, grants, or endowments according to their terms.[ 2018 c 143 § 1; 1992 c 96 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.005 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.005 - Legislative declaration.

RCW 43.114.005 Legislative declaration.The legislature declares that the public policy of this state is to ensure equal opportunity for all Washingtonians. The legislature believes that the state is responsible for improving its interface with the LGBTQ community, identifying the needs of its members, and ensuring that there is an effective means of advocating for LGBTQ equity in all aspects of state government. Therefore, the legislature deems it necessary to create a commission to carry out the purposes of this chapter.[ 2019 c 395 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.010 - Definitions.

RCW 43.114.010 Definitions.The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise.(1) "Commission" means the Washington state LGBTQ commission.(2) "LGBTQ" includes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities.[ 2019 c 395 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.020 - Commission established.

RCW 43.114.020 Commission established.Subject to the availability of amounts appropriated for this specific purpose, the Washington state LGBTQ commission is established in the office of the governor. The commission shall be administered by an executive director, who shall be appointed by, and serve at the pleasure of, the governor. The governor shall set the salary of the executive director. The executive director shall employ the staff of the commission.[ 2019 c 395 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.030 - Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Expenses—Quorum.

RCW 43.114.030 Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Expenses—Quorum.(1) The commission consists of fifteen members appointed by the governor.(2) The governor shall consider nominations for membership based upon maintaining a balanced and diverse distribution of race and ethnic, geographic, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, and occupational representation, where practicable.(3) All commission members serve at the pleasure of the governor, but in no case may any member serve more than three years without formal reappointment by the governor. Of the persons initially appointed by the governor to the commission, five must be appointed to serve one year, five to serve two years, and five to serve three years. Upon expiration of such terms, subsequent appointments are for three years. Any vacancies occurring in the membership of the commission must be filled for the remainder of the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointments.(4) Two members of the senate, one from each of the two major political parties, appointed by the president of the senate, and two members of the house of representatives, one from each of the two major political parties, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives, who support the legislative intent of the commission shall serve as advisory members. The legislative advisory members are nonvoting members and are not eligible to serve as a chair of the commission. All legislative advisory members shall serve for a two-year term and the position of any legislative advisory member shall be deemed vacated whenever such member ceases to be a member of the house from which the member was appointed.(5)(a) Nonlegislative members must be reimbursed for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060.(b) Legislative members shall be reimbursed for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties in accordance with RCW 44.04.120.(6) A simple majority of the commission's membership constitutes a quorum for the purpose of conducting business. Legislative advisory members are not included in determining a quorum.[ 2019 c 395 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.040 - Executive director—Duties.

RCW 43.114.040 Executive director—Duties.The executive director of the commission shall:(1) Monitor state legislation affecting LGBTQ people;(2) Work with state agencies to assess programs and policies that affect LGBTQ people;(3) Coordinate with the minority commissions, women's commission, and human rights commission to address issues of mutual concern; and(4) Work as a liaison between the public and private sector to eliminate barriers to economic and health equity for LGBTQ people.[ 2019 c 395 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.050 - Duties of commission—State agencies to give assistance.

RCW 43.114.050 Duties of commission—State agencies to give assistance.(1) The commission shall have the following duties:(a) Actively recruit and maintain a list of names of qualified LGBTQ people to fill vacancies on various boards and commissions;(b) Provide a clearinghouse for information regarding both state and federal legislation as it relates to the purpose of this chapter;(c) Identify and define specific needs of LGBTQ:(i) People of color;(ii) People with developmental disabilities;(iii) Seniors;(iv) People experiencing homelessness;(v) Economic and small business development; and(vi) Veterans, their spouses, and dependents;(d) Consult with state agencies regarding the effect of agency policies, procedures, practices, laws, and administrative rules on the unique problems and needs of LGBTQ people. The commission shall also provide any data, input, and recommendations to state agencies on proposed agency rules and the development and implementation of comprehensive and coordinated policies, plans, and programs focusing on those problems and needs;(e) Provide resource and referral information to agencies and the public. The commission may gather data and disseminate information to the public in order to implement the purposes of this chapter;(f) Consult with nonprofit organizations;(g) Hold public hearings to gather input on issues related to the unique problems and needs of LGBTQ people;(h) Advocate for removal of barriers for LGBTQ people; and(i) Review best practices for discrimination and harassment policies and training and provide recommendations to state agencies as they update their discrimination and harassment policies. The commission shall also maintain a file of discrimination and harassment policies that meet high quality standards and make these files available for agency use.(2) The commission must submit a report to the appropriate committees of the legislature and the governor every two years detailing the commission's activities. The report submitted must be in electronic format pursuant to RCW 43.01.036, and include, at minimum:(a) Recommendations for addressing the needs identified under subsection (1)(c) of this section;(b) Input received during public hearings and recommendations for addressing the problems and needs discussed at the public hearings; and(c) Recommendations regarding preserving the memory and contributions of LGBTQ members lost to HIV/AIDS in Washington state.(3) State agencies must provide appropriate and reasonable assistance to the commission as needed, including providing notice of agency proposed rule making and gathering data and information, including but not limited to voluntary demographics, economic disparity studies, and other collectable data by state agencies, in order for the commission to carry out the purpose of this chapter.[ 2019 c 395 § 6.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.060 - Powers of commission.

RCW 43.114.060 Powers of commission.(1) The commission has the power to receive gifts, grants, and endowments from public or private sources that are made for the use or benefit of the commission and to expend the same or any income therefrom according to their terms and the purpose of this chapter. The commission's executive director shall make a report of such funds received from private sources to the office of financial management on a regular basis. Such funds received from private sources must not be applied to reduce or substitute for the commission's budget as appropriated by the legislature, but must be applied and expended toward projects and functions authorized by this chapter that were not funded by the legislature.(2) In carrying out its duties, the commission may establish such relationships with public and private institutions, local governments, private industry, community organizations, and other segments of the general public as may be needed to promote equal opportunity for LGBTQ people in government, education, economic security, employment, and services.(3) The commission may adopt rules and regulations pursuant to chapter 34.05 RCW as are necessary to implement the purpose of this chapter.[ 2019 c 395 § 7.]
WA Rev Code § 43.114.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.114 - Lgbtq Commission.|43.114.070 - LGBTQ pride month.

RCW 43.114.070 LGBTQ pride month.The legislature declares that:(1) June of each year will be known as LGBTQ pride month;(2) The fourth week in June is designated as a time for people of this state to celebrate the contributions to the state by LGBTQ people in the arts, sciences, commerce, and education; and(3) Educational institutions, public entities, and private organizations are encouraged to designate time for appropriate activities in commemoration of the lives, history, achievements, and contributions of LGBTQ people.[ 2019 c 395 § 8.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.010 - Legislative declaration.

RCW 43.115.010 Legislative declaration.The legislature declares that the public policy of this state is to insure equal opportunity for all of its citizens. The legislature believes that it is the duty of the state to improve the well-being of Hispanics by enabling them to participate fully in all fields of endeavor and assisting them in obtaining governmental services. The legislature further finds that the development of public policy and the delivery of governmental services to meet the special needs of Hispanics can be improved by establishing a focal point in state government for the interests of Hispanics. Therefore the legislature deems it necessary to create a commission to carry out the purposes of this chapter.[ 1993 c 261 § 1; 1987 c 249 § 1; 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.020 - Commission created.

RCW 43.115.020 Commission created.There is created a Washington state commission on Hispanic affairs.[ 1987 c 249 § 2; 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.030 - Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Travel expenses—Quorum.

RCW 43.115.030 Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Travel expenses—Quorum.(1) The commission shall consist of eleven members of Hispanic origin appointed by the governor. To the extent practicable, appointments to the commission shall be made to achieve a balanced representation based on the Hispanic population distribution within the state, geographic considerations, sex, age, and occupation. Members shall serve three-year terms. No member shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointments.(2) Members shall receive reimbursement for travel expenses incurred in the performance of their duties in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060 as now existing or hereafter amended.(3) Six members of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business.[ 1993 c 261 § 2; 1987 c 249 § 3; 1981 c 338 § 15; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34 § 130; 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 3.]NOTES:Effective date—Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34: See notes following RCW 2.08.115.
WA Rev Code § 43.115.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.040 - Officers and employees—Rules and regulations.

RCW 43.115.040 Officers and employees—Rules and regulations.The commission shall have the following powers and duties:(1) Elect one of its members to serve as chair;(2) Adopt rules and regulations pursuant to chapter 34.05 RCW;(3) Examine and define issues pertaining to the rights and needs of Hispanics, and make recommendations to the governor and state agencies for changes in programs and laws;(4) Advise the governor and state agencies on the development and implementation of policies, plans, and programs that relate to the special needs of Hispanics;(5) Advise the legislature on issues of concern to the Hispanic community;(6) Establish relationships with state agencies, local governments, and private sector organizations that promote equal opportunity and benefits for Hispanics; and(7) Receive gifts, grants, and endowments from public or private sources that are made for the use or benefit of the commission and expend, without appropriation, the same or any income from the gifts, grants, or endowments according to their terms.[ 2009 c 549 § 5170; 1993 c 261 § 3; 1987 c 249 § 4; 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.045 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.045 - Executive director.

RCW 43.115.045 Executive director.(1) The commission shall be administered by an executive director, who shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor. The governor shall base the appointment of the executive director on recommendations of the commission. The salary of the executive director shall be set by the governor.(2) The executive director shall employ a staff, who shall be state employees pursuant to Title 41 RCW. The executive director shall prescribe the duties of the staff as may be necessary to implement the purposes of this chapter.[ 1993 c 261 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.060 - Relationships with local government and private industry.

RCW 43.115.060 Relationships with local government and private industry.In carrying out its duties the commission may establish such relationships with local governments and private industry as may be needed to promote equal opportunity for Hispanics in government, education and employment.[ 1987 c 249 § 6; 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 6.]
WA Rev Code § 43.115.900 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.115 - State Commission on Hispanic Affairs.|43.115.900 - Severability—1971 ex.s. c 34.

RCW 43.115.900 Severability—1971 ex.s. c 34.If any provision of this act, or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the act, or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected.[ 1971 ex.s. c 34 § 7.]
WA Rev Code § 43.117.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.117 - State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs.|43.117.010 - Legislative declaration.

RCW 43.117.010 Legislative declaration.The legislature declares that the public policy of this state is to insure equal opportunity for all of its citizens. The legislature finds that Asian Pacific Americans have unique and special problems. It is the purpose of this chapter to improve the well-being of Asian Pacific Americans by insuring their access to participation in the fields of government, business, education, and other areas. The legislature is particularly concerned with the plight of those Asian Pacific Americans who, for economic, linguistic, or cultural reasons, find themselves disadvantaged or isolated from American society and the benefits of equal opportunity. The legislature aims to help these and all Asian Pacific Americans achieve full equality and inclusion in American society. The legislature further finds that it is necessary to aid Asian Pacific Americans in obtaining governmental services in order to promote the health, safety, and welfare of all the residents of this state. Therefore the legislature deems it necessary to create a commission to carry out the purposes of this chapter.[ 2000 c 236 § 1; 1995 c 67 § 2; 1983 c 119 § 1; 1974 ex.s. c 140 § 1.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 236: "This act takes effect April 30, 2000." [ 2000 c 236 § 4.]Effective date—1983 c 119: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety, the support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and shall take effect June 30, 1983." [ 1983 c 119 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 43.117.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 43 - State Government—Executive|Chapter 43.117 - State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs.|43.117.020 - Definitions.

RCW 43.117.020 Definitions.As used in this chapter unless the context indicates otherwise:(1) "Asian Pacific Americans" include persons of Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Samoan, Guamanian, Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, and other South East Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Island ancestry.(2) "Commission" means the Washington state commission on Asian Pacific American affairs in the office of the governor.[ 1995 c 67 § 3; 1974 ex.s. c 140 § 2.]