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WA HB2426

Bill

Official Source

Status

Enrolled

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Adam Bernbaum

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Permit appeals before the Pollution Control Hearings Board may be heard by alternative board compositions with consent of all parties and unanimous board approval
  • Alternative compositions include: a single administrative appeals judge, a panel including members from the Land Use Board or Shorelines Hearings Board, or one qualified member from any of these boards
  • All individuals serving in alternative compositions must meet the qualification requirements specified in RCW 43.21B.005 or 43.21B.020
  • Selection of alternative board compositions must prioritize efficient use of administrative resources
  • Amends RCW 43.21B.090 to create an exception to the standard majority quorum requirement when using alternative compositions

Legislative Description

Improving efficiency in appeals to the pollution control hearings board.

Last Action

Delivered to Governor.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/23/2026
Environment, Energy & Technology2/13/2026
Rules2/3/2026
Environment & Energy1/13/2026

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