HB 1657-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

     Authorizes the pass-through of disposal fees for certain solid waste collection companies.

     Applies to a solid waste collection company that has an affiliated interest under chapter 81.16 RCW with a facility, if the total cost of disposal, including waste transfer, transport, and disposal charges, at the facility is equal to or lower than any other reasonable and currently available option.

     Declares that chapter 81.16 RCW does not apply to a determination of the base for collection rates for solid waste collection companies meeting the requirements under RCW 81.77.160(3).