HB 2747-S.E - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 2/12/96)

     Declares that agencies may not adopt rules after the effective date of this act that are based solely on a statute's statement of intent or purpose, or on the enabling provisions of the statute establishing the agency, or any combination of such provisions, for statutory authority to adopt any rule, except rules defining or clarifying terms in, or procedures necessary to the implementation of a statute.

     Places burden of proof on the agency when a rule or order is challenged.

     Provides that, if an agency chooses to appeal a decision of the superior court rendered under chapter 34.05 RCW, the agency shall pay the subsequent fees and other expenses incurred by the qualified party or parties that prevailed in superior court, unless the agency prevails.