Bill > HB1145

This bill requires counties to collect and maintain detailed records for public works activities involving county roads, specifically when the work involves removing natural or organic materials like soil, trees, or gravel. When more than a minimal ("de minimis") amount of material is removed during road maintenance or construction projects, counties must document the quantity of material removed, its destination and disposal method, whether the materials were reused in other projects, and the results of any contamination testing. The bill defines a "de minimis amount" as material too small to be noticed without a close examination, and "public works activity" as maintenance or construction work on a county road near property owned by someone else. By mandating these documentation requirements, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in county public works operations, ensuring that counties maintain comprehensive records of their road-related activities and material management.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1145&Year=2025&Initiative=false