1555-S AMH  PITT 71

SHB 1555 - H AMD 0352 Adopted 2-19-02

By Representative ___

     Strike everything after the enacting clause and insert the following:

     "NEW SECTION. Sec. 1.  The legislature finds that the promotion of the public health, safety, and welfare of the occupants and users of buildings and structures and the general public is accomplished through the adoption of codes, standards, and regulations that regulate the construction, reconstruction, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures.  The legislature further finds that regulation of the construction, reconstruction, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures is best accomplished through the application of a state-wide building code."

Correct the title.

EFFECT:  Intent language that states construction, reconstruction, and repair is best accomplished by having a state-wide building code.