70.96A.325 - Methamphetamine addiction programs -- Counties authorized to seek state funding.

Methamphetamine addiction programs — Counties authorized to seek state funding.

(1) Any county that has imposed the sales and use tax authorized by RCW 82.14.460 may seek a state appropriation of up to one hundred thousand dollars annually beginning in fiscal year 2008 and ending in fiscal year 2010. The funds shall be used to provide additional support to counties for mental health or substance abuse treatment for persons with methamphetamine addiction. Local governments receiving funds under this section may not use the funds to supplant existing funding.

     (2) Counties receiving funding shall: (a) Provide a financial plan for the expenditure of any potential funds prior to funds being awarded; (b) report annually to the appropriate committees of the legislature regarding the number of clients served, services provided, and a statement of expenditures; and (c) expend no more than ten percent for administrative costs or for information technology.

[2006 c 339 § 101.]

Notes: Intent -- 2006 c 339: "It is the intent of the legislature to provide assistance for jurisdictions enforcing illegal drug laws that have historically been underserved by federally funded state narcotics task forces and are considered to be major transport areas of narcotics traffickers." [2006 c 339 § 103.]

Part headings not law -- 2006 c 339: "Part headings used in this act are no part of the law." [2006 c 339 § 401.]