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SGA 9152

In Committee

Senate

WILLIAM LYNE

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  2. Committee: A subject-matter committee holds hearings, takes public testimony, and decides whether to advance the bill.
  3. Floor Vote: The full chamber (House or Senate) debates and votes on the bill.
  4. Opposite Chamber: The bill repeats the committee and floor vote process in the other chamber.
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Introduced: January 14, 2025
Last Action: January 12, 2026
Status: S Rules

AI Analysis

This analysis was generated by AI and may contain errors. It is not legal advice. Always refer to the official bill text for authoritative information.

This bill reappoints William Lyne to the Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board for a new three-year term ending in 2027. It does not change the board’s structure or duties—only extends his service.

  • Reappoints William Lyne to the Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board.
  • Sets his new term to expire on June 30, 2027.
  • Maintains the board’s current composition and responsibilities under existing law.

Who is affected

  • Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board membersThis reappointment ensures continued representation on the board that oversees state workforce education programs and funding.
Effective: August 14, 2024
Model: Intel/Qwen3-Coder-Next-int4-AutoRoundGenerated: Mar 19, 2026 at 10:03 PM

Who Is Most Affected

Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board membersMixed Impact

As a reappointment without policy changes, board members experience no change in responsibilities, authority, or compensation. Continuity of service may improve institutional memory and program stability.

Participants in state workforce education programs (e.g., WIA, WIOA, community college workforce training)Mixed Impact

No direct impact, as the bill does not alter funding, eligibility, or program design—only extends one member’s tenure. Any downstream effects on workforce education programs would be indirect and minimal.

Businesses (especially small and mid-sized employers)Mixed Impact

No fiscal or regulatory impact on businesses; the board’s oversight role is administrative, not regulatory. No change in compliance burden or operational requirements for employers.

William Lyne (individual appointee)Mixed Impact

As a state employee or appointee, William Lyne gains continued access to board deliberations and influence over workforce education policy—but only if he remains in that role; no new benefit accrues beyond continuity.

Washington State Legislature (staff and committees)Mixed Impact

The legislature exercises routine appointment authority with no fiscal or policy change; no new accountability or oversight burden is imposed on legislative staff or committees.