WSR 14-21-049

POLICY STATEMENT

[Filed October 7, 2014, 3:13 p.m.]

Number: PS-14-0002.

Subject: Civil Penalties – Motor Fuel Quality Act.

Description: The Washington state department of agriculture is establishing by policy a framework for fair and consistent determination of civil penalties for violations under the Motor Fuel Quality Act, chapters 19.112 RCW and 16-662 WAC. The agency is required to consider the seriousness of the violation and the history of previous violations. The policy does not amend or replace applicable laws and rules and in the event of a conflict or inconsistency the laws and rules take precedence over the policy.

To receive a copy of the interpretive or policy statement contact Rules Coordinator, Administrative Regulations Office, Washington State Department of Agriculture, P.O. Box 42560, Olympia, WA 98504-2560, phone (360) 902-2043, fax (360) 902-2092, TDD 1-800-833-6388.

Don R. Hover

Director