Washington § 70A.330.010 Intent—Findings.(Expires July 1, 2030.)

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§ 70A.330.010 — Intent—Findings.(Expires July 1, 2030.)

Washington § 70A.330.010

Title 70AENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Ch. 70A.330PETROLEUM STORAGE TANK SYSTEMS—POLLUTION LIABILITY PROTECTION ACT

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Wash. Rev. Code § 70A.330.010 (2026).

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The legislature finds that it is in the best interests of all citizens for petroleum storage tank systems to be operated safely and for tank leaks or spills to be dealt with expeditiously. The legislature finds that it is appropriate for an agency with expertise in petroleum to provide technical advice and assistance to owners or operators when there has been a release. The legislature further finds that while it is necessary to protect tank owners from the financial hardship related to damaged heating oil tanks, support can be provided through the agency's revolving loan and grant program in chapter 70A.345 RCW. Therefore, the legislature intends to transition the pollution liability insurance program for heating oil tanks to a revolving loan and grant program, while maintaining the pollu

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The legislature finds that it is in the best interests of all citizens for petroleum storage tank systems to be operated safely and for tank leaks or spills to be dealt with expeditiously. The legislature finds that it is appropriate for an agency with expertise in petroleum to provide technical advice and assistance to owners or operators when there has been a release. The legislature further finds that while it is necessary to protect tank owners from the financial hardship related to damaged heating oil tanks, support can be provided through the agency's revolving loan and grant program in chapter 70A.345 RCW. Therefore, the legislature intends to transition the pollution liability insurance program for heating oil tanks to a revolving loan and grant program, while maintaining the pollution liability insurance program for existing registrants.

Explanatory statement — 2021 c 65: See note following RCW 53.54.030 .