For rules adopted after July 23, 1995, the secretary may not rely solely on a section of law stating a statute‘s intent or purpose, on the enabling provisions of the statute establishing the agency, or on any combination of such provisions, for statutory authority to adopt any rule.

NOTES:

FindingsShort titleIntent1995 c 403: See note following RCW 34.05.328.

Terms Used In Washington Code 43.20A.075

  • Secretary: means the secretary of the department of social and health services. See Washington Code 43.20A.020
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.