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2011 House Bill 1296: Creating a water commission
Introduced by Rep. Bill Hinkle, (R-Cle Elum) (R) on January 18, 2011
To create the Washington water commission and transfer powers, duties, and functions of the department of ecology pertaining to water resources to the Washington water commission. (Companion: SB 5210). Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee on January 18, 2011
Substitute offered in the House on February 11, 2011
Allows the Governor to appoint all seven commissioners.
Referred to the House Ways & Means Committee on February 16, 2011