SHB 2236: Concerning the housing finance commission.

What this bill does

Authorizes the Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Commission) to make mortgage loans directly to borrowers. Modifies the Commission's declaration of purpose to remove language stating that the Commission acts as a financial conduit without using public funds. Extends the number of years the Commission attorney may serve from two years to four years. Removes the requirement that the State Finance Committee (SFC) be notified in advance of the issuance of bonds by the Commission. Repeals the Housing Finance Program and the Housing Finance Plan.

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• SHB 1967: Modifying bonding requirements in the design portion of design-build public works projects.
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