181 chapters · 3,539 sections in this title.
RCW 43.117.010 Legislative declaration.
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The legislature declares that the public policy of this state is to insure equal opportunity for all of its citizens. The legislature finds that Asian Pacific Americans have unique and special problems. It is the purpose of this chapter to improve the well-being of Asian Pacific …
RCW 43.117.020 Definitions.
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As used in this chapter unless the context indicates otherwise: (1) "Asian Pacific Americans" include persons of Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Samoan, Guamanian, Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, and other South East Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Island ancestry. (2)…
RCW 43.117.030 Commission established.
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There is established a Washington state commission on Asian Pacific American affairs in the office of the governor. The now existing Asian American advisory council shall become the commission upon enactment of this chapter. The council may transfer all office equipment, includin…
RCW 43.117.040 Membership—Terms—Vacancies—Travel expenses—Quorum—Executive director.
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(1) The commission shall consist of twelve members appointed by the governor. In making such appointments, the governor shall give due consideration to recommendations submitted to him or her by the commission. The governor may also consider nominations of members made by the var…