The Following Sections are Proposed for Expedited Repeal: WAC 16-228-1385 Special restrictions on the use of Compounds 1080, 1081 and phosphorus paste.

Rules Proposed for Expedited Repeal Meet the Following Criteria: Rule is no longer necessary because of changed circumstances.

Any person who objects to the repeal of the rule must file a written objection to the repeal within thirty days after publication of this preproposal statement of inquiry.

Address Your Objection to: Ann Wick, Washington State Department of Agriculture, P.O. Box 42589, Olympia, WA 98504-2589, (360) 902-2051.

Reason the Expedited Repeal of the Rule is Appropriate: All pesticide uses of 1080, 1081 and phosphorus paste except for toxic collars, have been cancelled by the federal government (Environmental Protection Agency). Therefore, rules governing the use of these products for rodent control are no longer needed.

August 28, 2000

Ann Wick

Acting Assistant Director

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