6269-S2.E AMH PIKE LIPS 514

E2SSB 6269 - H AMD 1408

By Representative Pike

NOT ADOPTED 03/07/2018

    On page 1, line 18, after "(b)" insert "Industry has taken substantial steps to provide safe transport of oil in Washington state including the implementation of international, federal, local, and industry standards, which have had a significant effect in reducing the risk of oil spills. Since the use of double hulls, there has not been a spill in Washington waters since 1984 caused by the structural failure of a tank vessel.  

    (c)"

    Renumber the remaining subsections consecutively and correct any internal references accordingly. 

EFFECT:  Adds a subsection to the intent section noting the achievement in reducing oil spill risks as a result of activities undertaken by industry to implement various standards.

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