§ 82.58.020. Multistate discussions
(1) For the purposes of reviewing or amending the agreement embodying the simplification requirements in RCW 82.58.050, the state shall enter into multistate discussions. For purposes of these discussions, the state shall be represented by the department. The governor may appoint up to four persons to consult with the department at these discussions. The persons advising the department shall not be compensated and are not entitled to payment of travel expenses by the state.
(2) The department shall regularly consult with an advisory group composed of one member from each of the two largest caucuses of the senate, appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the senate; one member from each of the two largest caucuses of the house of representatives, appointed by the speaker and minority leader of the house of representatives; representatives of retailers, including those selling via mail, telephone, and the internet; representatives of large and small businesses; and representatives of counties and cities. The department shall use its best efforts to consult with the advisory group before any multistate discussions in which it is anticipated that amendments may be proposed to the agreement embodying the simplification requirements in RCW 82.58.050.
[2002 c 267 § 4.]
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