The law granting certain legislative employees collective bargaining rights, chapter 44.90 RCW, became effective May 1, 2024. SSB 6194 created the legislative commission to hear appeals under the statute. It will be a three-member commission, with one member appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives, one appointed by the president of the senate, and one appointed by mutual consent of the other two appointed members. Appointments must be made by September 30, 2024, and will be effective until the legislative commission expires on December 31, 2027.