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SB 6313

Creating the capitol centennial stewardship account and authorizing members of the legislature and statewide elected officials to solicit gifts, grants, and donations to the account.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marko Liias and 2 co-sponsors

Authorizes state legislators and elected officials to directly solicit private donations for a new Capitol Centennial Stewardship Account for building maintenance and projects.

Scheduled for executive session in the House Committee on Capital Budget at 8:30 AM (Subject to change).
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Bill Summary · SB 6313

Legislative bill overview

SB 6313 establishes a dedicated fund called the Capitol Centennial Stewardship Account and authorizes state legislators and elected officials to solicit private gifts, grants, and donations for this account. The bill appears designed to enable fundraising for capitol building maintenance, renovation, or commemorative projects related to the state capitol's centennial.

Why is this important

This bill creates a mechanism for private funding of capitol infrastructure and stewardship projects, potentially reducing pressure on general state budgets. However, it opens state officials to direct fundraising responsibilities, raising questions about conflicts of interest, donor influence, and appropriate use of official positions for solicitation purposes.

Potential points of contention

  • Conflict of interest concerns: Allowing legislators and statewide officials to personally solicit donations could create appearance problems regarding quid pro quo expectations, favoritism toward donors, or undue influence on policy decisions
  • Lack of transparency standards: The bill text doesn't specify donor disclosure requirements, contribution limits, or public reporting mechanisms for the account's sources and uses
  • Scope and oversight ambiguity: It's unclear what projects qualify for spending, who manages the account, what accountability measures exist, or whether donors receive recognition in ways that could constitute lobbying advantages

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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