The bill establishes a legislative-executive task force focused on economic justice and well-being, aimed at reducing poverty in Washington State. It updates the existing WorkFirst poverty reduction oversight task force by changing its name, duties, and membership to align with the Washington economic justice alliance. The task force will include diverse representation from various state agencies and community stakeholders, ensuring that it reflects the needs of all individuals, children, and families in the state. The task force will oversee the budget and performance of poverty reduction programs, develop accountability measures, and collaborate with an advisory council to implement a 10-year plan to dismantle poverty.

Key amendments include the renaming of the advisory committee to the economic justice and well-being advisory council, which will also have a more diverse membership. The task force will now consist of additional voting members and will focus on evidence-based outcome measures related to poverty reduction. The advisory council is tasked with making recommendations to the task force and monitoring strategies outlined in the 10-year plan. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration among state agencies and community organizations to effectively address poverty and promote self-sufficiency.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 74.08A.500, 74.08A.505, 74.08A.510