The bill amends RCW 43.60A.080 to modify the structure and composition of the veterans affairs advisory committee in Washington State. Notably, the number of representatives from state veterans' homes has increased from one to two, and the total number of committee members has been adjusted from seventeen to a new configuration that includes six representatives from congressionally chartered or nationally recognized veterans service organizations, six veterans at large, and additional provisions for nominations from resident councils of veterans' homes. The bill emphasizes the importance of including diverse perspectives, particularly those of women veterans, in the committee's composition.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the appointment process, allowing the governor to consider nominations from various organizations and ensuring that no single organization has more than one representative on the committee at any time. The terms for committee members remain at four years, with restrictions on consecutive terms. The committee is tasked with advising the governor and the director of the department of veterans affairs on relevant matters and is expected to adopt an order of business for its meetings. Members will not receive compensation but will be eligible for per diem allowances and mileage expenses.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.60A.080
Substitute Bill: 43.60A.080
Engrossed Substitute: 43.60A.080
Second engrossed substitute: 43.60A.080
Bill as passed Legislature: 43.60A.080
Session law: 43.60A.080