1313-S AMH TAYL HEDE 219

SHB 1313 - H AMD 997

By Representative Taylor

FAILED 02/10/2012

    On page 5, line 13 after "Sec. 4" insert "(1)"

    On page 5, line 18, after "regulation" insert "except in actions against an agency that is not in compliance with subsection (2) of this section.

    (2) An agency, as defined in RCW 42.56.010, that makes determinations related to the delineation of a wetland must either employ a state certified wetland scientist to make the determination or contract with a state certified wetland scientist to make the determination"

EFFECT:  Requires an agency to employ or contract with a state certified wetland scientist when determinations regarding wetland delineation are made.  Evidence that an agency has not complied may be admissible in court and/or evidence of noncompliance in an action to enforce an order or regulation.  

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