Chapter 16-750 WAC , State noxious weed list and schedule of monetary penalties. The State Noxious Weed Control Board is charged with updating the state noxious weed list on an annual basis, to ensure it accurately reflects noxious weed control priorities and noxious weed distribution. The complete chapter is also being reviewed to ensure it is clear and readable, as well as consistent with statutory authority and current agency practices. Federal agencies are subject to federal noxious weed laws that require them to coordinate with state regulations. Federal agencies in Washington are invited to participate in all stages of noxious weed rule making.
Comments are welcome in written or oral form.
The Noxious Weed Committee of the board, which includes representation from the Washington Native Plant Society, county weed boards, the public interest, and several scientific advisors, meets at least twice to review and research the suggestions. These draft suggestions are sent out again for public comment before the Noxious Weed Committee drafts its final recommendation to the board. The board will then consider these recommendations and draft a final rule-making proposal. Public comment is welcome at all committee and board meetings. A press release and information mailing is prepared on the recommended changes and a public hearing is scheduled.