The University of Washington: Office of Planning and Budgeting

State Budget Process

Note: Also see Planning and Budgeting Briefs (These Briefs include many items related to State Budget Process).

Legislation Affecting UW

Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5460 and House Bill (HB) 2328: Signed into law on February 18, 2009, and later modified by HB 2328 (4-30-09), this legislation restricted state entities’ wage increases, hiring, and spending. While wage increase restrictions remain in effect through February 18, 2010 for all non-classified employees, including faculty and staff, all other provisions of ESSB 5460 and HB 2328 expired effective July 1, 2009. Note that local UW restrictions on equipment purchases, travel, training, contracts and hiring may remain in effect, so please consult with your local administrator if you have questions.

ESSB 5460 and HB 2328 Staff Salary/Wage Freeze (Human Resources)
ESSB 5460 and HB 2328 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Equipment/Travel/Training restrictions, and related Exemption Process (Updated 7-13-2009)
ESSB 5460 Copy of the Bill
HB 2328 Copy of the Bill

The following document reflects the UW's position on bills affecting the University, as well as bill sponsorship and legislative hearing information.

Related Information

“Why do lawmakers want to raise tuition? A Q&A” (Seattle Times article, Published 4/16/09)
Statewide Editorials about Higher Education (Published 4/9/2009)
TVW’s “The Impact” March 5, 2009 Higher Ed Discussion featuring Senator Kilmer and Representative Cox

UW and Olympia working together - Providing timely, accurate information during legislative session. The following materials were prepared for a briefing conducted by the Office of Planning and Budgeting December 4, 2008 regarding how UW interacts with the State budget process.