The bill amends various sections of the Washington state law regarding the Andy Hill cancer research endowment, specifically RCW 43.348.010, 43.348.020, 43.348.040, 43.348.060, and 43.348.080. Key changes include the introduction of new definitions such as "clinical trial" and modifications to the roles and responsibilities of the governing board and program administrator. The board will now be staffed by one or more program administrators selected under contract, and the program administrator is tasked with managing the Andy Hill cancer research fund, which is to be a separate private account outside the state treasury. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of geographic diversity in board appointments and outlines the criteria for evaluating grant proposals.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a match transfer account to provide state matching funds for the endowment, with a maximum annual appropriation of ten million dollars. It specifies that expenditures from this account are contingent upon proof of committed nonstate or private contributions for cancer research, prevention, or care. The bill also includes provisions for the endowment to issue annual reports detailing its activities and the impact of its funding, ensuring transparency and accountability in the administration of cancer research initiatives in Washington state.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.348.020, 43.348.040, 43.348.060, 43.348.080
Bill as Passed Legislature: 43.348.020, 43.348.040, 43.348.060, 43.348.080
Session Law: 43.348.020, 43.348.040, 43.348.060, 43.348.080