HB 2098 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB)

     Declares an intent to establish a state-wide licensing program to create uniform application of design practices, standards for designs, individual qualifications, and consistent enforcement efforts applicable to all persons who design on-site wastewater treatment systems, including persons licensed to practice as professional engineers under chapter 18.43 RCW.

     Declares an intent to establish a certification program applicable to all persons who inspect or approve on-site wastewater treatment systems on behalf of a local health jurisdiction.

     Provides that it is unlawful for any individual, to practice or offer to practice the design of on-site wastewater treatment systems unless licensed in accordance with this chapter or licensed as a professional engineer under chapter 18.43 RCW.

     Makes an appropriation of two hundred thousand dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2000, from the general fund to the board of registration for professional engineers and land surveyors for the purposes of this act.

     Makes an appropriation of one hundred thousand dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2001, from the general fund to the board of registration for professional engineers and land surveyors for the purposes of this act.