Washington House Democrats

2007 Committees

Capital Budget - Chair
The House Capital Budget Committee considers the state capital budget which approves money for the construction and repair of public buildings and for other long-term investments, such as land acquisitions and transfers. The capital budget also includes state money that is either given or lent to local governments or nonprofit organizations for infrastructure, housing, and cultural and heritage facilities. The committee also considers legislation that authorizes state debt and legislation that affects state buildings and land.

Appropriations
The House Appropriations Committee considers the operating budget bill and bills with fiscal impact. In addition, the committee specializes in pension policy.

Appropriations Subcommittee on Education
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Education considers issues relating to funding of early learning, K-12, and higher education programs and agencies and makes funding recommendations to the Appropriations Committee.

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