The bill establishes a new section in chapter 19.27A RCW that mandates the joint legislative audit and review committee to conduct a comprehensive review of the costs incurred by state agencies in complying with the state energy performance standard. This review will utilize findings from the clean buildings work group's November 2024 report and will involve analyzing expenditures related to capital upgrades and energy management for a sample of state-owned buildings. The committee is tasked with compiling data on expenditures, estimating job creation, analyzing energy audit trends, and identifying potential funding sources for necessary upgrades. A final report is required to be submitted to the legislature by June 30, 2027, and the section will expire on January 1, 2029.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision stating that if specific funding for its implementation is not provided by June 30, 2025, the act will become null and void. This ensures that the necessary financial resources are allocated for the review process outlined in the bill.