The bill amends RCW 43.388.010 to enhance the capabilities of the Washington State Leadership Board by allowing it to solicit and receive gifts, grants, and endowments from both public and private sources. This new provision aims to support the board's mission of cultivating leadership skills among youth in Washington and strengthening civic engagement, education, and service opportunities. The executive director of the board is required to report any funds received from private sources to the office of financial management regularly. Importantly, these private funds cannot be used to reduce or substitute the board's budget as appropriated by the legislature but must be directed towards projects and programs not funded by the legislature.

Additionally, the bill updates the board's governance structure and responsibilities, including the removal of the "sports mentoring" program from the list of programs administered by the board, while retaining the "Boundless Washington" and "Compassion Scholars" programs. The lieutenant governor's office is also authorized to provide administrative support and facilities for the board, aligning with its mission. The board is mandated to maintain transparency by posting detailed information about its funds and expenditures on its website and is required to compile and submit a yearly financial report to the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 43.388.010
Substitute bill: 43.388.010
Bill as passed Legislature: 43.388.010
Session law: 43.388.010