(1) The association of Washington generals is organized as a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, corporation in accordance with chapter 24.03 RCW and this section.

     (2) The purpose of the association of Washington generals is to:

     (a) Provide the state a means of extending formal recognition for an individual's outstanding services to the state; and

     (b) Bring together those individuals to serve the state as ambassadors of trade, tourism, and international goodwill.

     (3) The association of Washington generals may conduct activities in support of their mission, including but not limited to:

     (a) Establishing selection criteria for selecting Washington generals;

     (b) Operating a statewide essay competition;

     (c) Training Washington generals as ambassadors of the state of Washington, nationally and internationally; and

     (d) Promoting Washington generals as ambassadors of the state of Washington.

     (4) The association of Washington generals is governed by a board of directors. The board is composed of the governor, lieutenant governor, and the secretary of state, who serve as ex officio, nonvoting members, and other officers and members as the association of Washington generals designates. The board shall:

     (a) Review nominations for and be responsible for the selection of Washington generals; and

     (b) Establish the title of honorary Washington general to honor worthy individuals from outside the state of Washington.

     (5) The lieutenant governor's office may provide technical and financial assistance for the association of Washington generals.

     (6) The legislature may make appropriations in support of the Washington generals subject to the availability of funds.

[2005 c 69 § 1. Formerly RCW 43.342.010.]