SGA 9048
In CommitteeSenate
TRANG K. LAM
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AI Analysis
This bill formally appoints Trang K. Lam to the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board for a three-year term, ensuring continued public representation in decisions about state conservation and recreation funding.
- Appoints Trang K. Lam as a member of the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board
- Sets the term of service from January 6, 2023, to December 31, 2025
Who is affected
- Recreation and Conservation Funding Board members — This appointment ensures continued representation on the board that oversees state recreation and conservation funding programs, including grants for parks, trails, and habitat conservation.
Pro/Con Analysis
Stronger case for benefits
Potential Benefits (1)
This appointment ensures continued public representation on the board that administers state-funded conservation and recreation programs—including grants for parks, trails, habitat restoration, and outdoor access—which benefit communities across Washington by improving public land access, environmental resilience, and local quality of life.
EnvironmentPeopleRef: Appoints Trang K. Lam as a member of the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board
Who Is Most Affected
Board members gain continued representation and influence over allocation of millions in state conservation and recreation grants, including funding for local parks, trails, and habitat projects.
Local governments, parks districts, and nonprofit organizations that apply for grants from the board may benefit from more consistent and diverse board leadership, potentially improving equity in grant distribution.
Everyday Washingtonians who use state parks, trails, and wildlife areas benefit indirectly from stable board oversight and continued funding for public recreation and conservation infrastructure.
This appointment does not impose new costs or regulatory burdens on businesses; however, large outdoor recreation or land development industries may have minor interest in board decisions, though influence remains limited.
State agencies that partner with the board (e.g., Department of Natural Resources, Department of Fish and Wildlife) may benefit from enhanced board capacity and continuity, but this is a procedural change with no direct fiscal impact.