The bill amends RCW 43.41.110 to introduce a new provision that limits state employment based on population. Specifically, it mandates that the state shall not employ more than one full-time equivalent employee for every 70 residents. This calculation will be based on the average number of full-time equivalent employees over the course of the state fiscal year, using population figures reported by the office of financial management.

In addition to this new requirement, the bill retains existing responsibilities of the office of financial management, which include providing technical assistance to the governor and legislature, performing comprehensive planning functions, coordinating with state agencies, and managing public funds. The new employment limitation aims to ensure that state employment levels are aligned with the population size, potentially promoting efficiency in state government operations.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.41.110