SB 6536-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Declares that it is the intent of this act to create the Washington marine waters protection trust to assume the duties of the Puget Sound water quality authority and to carry out additional duties for the long-term protection of Washington's marine waters.

     Grants no new regulatory authority in this act, instead, the Washington marine waters protection trust shall carry out technical assistance and coordination functions as specified in this act, and provide leadership in guiding private and public actions for the protection and restoration of marine waters.