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WA HB1031
WA HB1031Concerning the use of unmanned aerial systems near certain protected marine species.
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Introduced
01/09/2017
01/09/2017
In Committee
02/22/2018
02/22/2018
Crossed Over
02/08/2018
02/08/2018
Passed
Dead
03/08/2018
03/08/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to the use of unmanned aerial systems near1certain protected marine species; and amending RCW 77.15.740.2
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing law, RCW 77.15.740, to regulate the use of unmanned aerial systems (drones) near certain protected marine species, specifically southern resident orca whales. The key provisions of the bill include: (1) prohibiting the operation of drones within 200 yards of southern resident orca whales, with some exceptions; (2) prohibiting vessels from approaching within 400 yards of southern resident orca whales or intercepting their path; (3) providing exemptions for certain government, commercial, and emergency operations; and (4) establishing a natural resource infraction and fine for violations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Kristine Lytton (D)*,
Joe Fitzgibbon (D),
Mia Gregerson (D),
Zackary Hudgins (D),
Jeff Morris (D),
Larry Springer (D),
Gael Tarleton (D),
Last Action
By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading. (on 03/08/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=1031&year=2017 | 12/14/2016 |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2017-18/Pdf/Bills/House Bills/1031.E.pdf | 02/10/2018 |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2017-18/Pdf/Bills/House Bills/1031.pdf | 12/14/2016 |
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