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RCW 90.42.005 Policy—Findings.
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(1) It is the policy of the state of Washington to recognize and preserve water rights in accordance with RCW 90.03.010. (2) The legislature finds that: (a) The state of Washington is faced with a shortage of water with which to meet existing and future needs, particularly during…
RCW 90.42.010 Findings—Intent.
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The legislature finds that a need exists to develop and test a means to facilitate the voluntary transfer of water and water rights, including conserved water, to provide water for presently unmet needs and emerging needs. Further, the legislature finds that water conservation ac…
RCW 90.42.020 Definitions.
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The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "Department" means the department of ecology. (2) "Local government" means a city, town, public utility district, irrigation district, public port, county, sewer distr…
RCW 90.42.030 Contracts to finance water conservation projects—Public benefits—Trust water rights.
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(1) For purposes of this chapter, the state may enter into contracts to provide moneys to assist in the financing of water conservation projects. In consideration for the financial assistance provided, the state shall obtain public benefits defined in guidelines developed under R…
