BILL · 2005–06 SESSION
SB 5912: Critical areas
Revising provisions pertaining to the use of scientific information in the designation and protection of critical areas.
Summary
- Finds that not all critical areas must be protected in the same manner or to the same degree, as long as there is no net loss of the structure, value, and functions of the natural systems to which the critical areas contribute. Declares an intent to ensure that local governments are guided by reliable scientific information when they adopt policies and development regulations regarding critical areas.
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Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
- IntroducedFeb 14, 2005
- Out of committeestopped here
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- Governor
- Law
- Prime sponsor
- Jim Kastama (D-25)
- Introduced
- February 14, 2005 in the Senate
- Last action
- January 9, 2006
AN ACT Relating to clarifying requirements concerning use of scientific information in the designation and protection of critical areas;
Sponsors
Votes
No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.
History
- By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
- First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections.
SB 5912 in other sessions
Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.
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- SB 5912 (2019–20) Health care work violence
- SB 5912 (2017–18) Tomosynthesis/mammography
- SB 5912 (2015–16) State contracting & bonding
- SB 5912 (2013–14) Driving under the influence
- SB 5912 (2011–12) Family planning services