Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee |
HB 1886
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Brief Description: Concerning the recoverable costs of the department of agriculture under chapter 16.36 RCW.
Sponsors: Representatives Chandler and Haigh.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/19/13
Staff: Cherlyn Walden (786-7296).
Background:
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is permitted to collect money to recover the reasonable costs of purchasing, printing, and distributing official individual identification devices or methods, regulatory forms, and other supplies as it pertains to the inspection, transport, and health of animals.
The funds recovered must be deposited in the Animal Disease Traceability Account in the Agricultural Local Fund, and may be used to carry out animal disease traceability activities for cattle and to compensate data and fee collection costs.
Summary of Bill:
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is permitted to recover costs for data entry in addition to purchasing, printing, and distributing official individual identification devices or methods, regulatory forms, and other supplies.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested on February 13, 2013.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.