(1) What is the escrow committee, and what are its duties? The escrow committee is composed of the director or his or her designee and five board members appointed by the director. The committee provides advice on the escrow officer test, acts in an advisory capacity to the department regarding the activities of escrow agents and escrow officers, and performs such other duties and functions as prescribed by chapter 18.44 RCW.

(2) Are escrow committee meetings open to the public? Yes. Meetings of the escrow committee are open to the public. Records, minutes, and recordings of each meeting are also available on the department's website, www.dfi.wa.gov.