HB 1785-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Prohibits manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors from selling or offering for sale in this state any new or used recreational water vessel with antifouling paint containing copper.

Requires the department of ecology to: (1) Prepare and distribute information about the prohibitions to manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors; and

(2) Establish and maintain a statewide advisory committee to assist the department in implementing the requirements of the act.