Boards and Commissions

Debt Commission, Washington State

A commission is established to examine the use of debt in Washington State and make recommendations on debt policy and debt limitations. Commission members include the State Treasurer; the Director of the Office of Financial Management; four legislators, one from each of the four major caucuses; and six independent experts, three appointed by the Governor and three appointed by the State Treasurer. The commission's report is due December 1, 2011.

Number of appointments by Governor:	3
Term in Years:	Governor’s Pleasure
Compensation:	None

Qualification:

The six independent members must not have a financial interest in debt financed state expenditures and shall include appointees with experience in public or private finance, local government, or related academic or legal backgrounds. The members of the commission shall serve without additional compensation, but shall be reimbursed in accordance with RCW 44.04.120 for attending meetings of the commission.

Number of yearly meetings:	N/A
PDC Filing:	No
Senate Confirmation Required:	No

Current Members (pdf)