Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire May 19 signed 17 bills into law.
They include:
- Engrossed House Bill No. 2242, changing the name of the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development to the Department of Commerce.
- Substitute House Bill No. 2341, relating to changes in the Basic Health Plan program necessary to implement the 2009-11 operating budget.
- Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill No. 5809, providing certain funds be used to create incentives for education and training for certain individuals enrolled in training for high-demand occupations