SB5174 regulates wood burning devices in Washington, setting emission standards, banning certain materials from being burned, and allowing for burn.

SB5174 establishes emission standards for wood burning devices sold in Washington, requiring them to meet specific particulate matter limits. It prohibits the burning of certain materials, such as garbage, treated wood, and plastics, in wood burning devices. The bill allows for the prohibition of wood burning device use in areas experiencing poor air quality, with specific conditions for when such bans can be enacted. It also mandates public education on reducing emissions and offers assistance to low-income households to secure alternative heating sources.

SB5174 regulates wood burning devices in Washington, setting emission standards, banning certain materials from being burned, and allowing for burn.

SB5174 establishes emission standards for wood burning devices sold in Washington, requiring them to meet specific particulate matter limits. It prohibits the burning of certain materials, such as garbage, treated wood, and plastics, in wood burning devices. The bill allows for the prohibition of wood burning device use in areas experiencing poor air quality, with specific conditions for when such bans can be enacted. It also mandates public education on reducing emissions and offers assistance to low-income households to secure alternative heating sources.