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WA SB6188

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Samuel Hunt

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the restriction that limited the Department of Labor and Industries' rulemaking authority to only rules "specifically required" to match federal asbestos standards

  • Expands the department's discretion to establish additional qualifications and requirements for asbestos worker and supervisor certification beyond federal minimums

  • Maintains existing training requirements: 4-day course for asbestos workers, 5-day course for supervisors, plus annual refresher courses and examinations

  • Amends RCW 49.26.110, which governs certification requirements for individuals performing asbestos removal and encapsulation work in Washington State

Legislative Description

Concerning the department of labor and industries' authority to enact rules related to regulating asbestos training.

Last Action

Delivered to Governor.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/25/2026
Labor & Workplace Standards2/12/2026
Rules1/26/2026
Labor & Commerce1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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