Washington SB6187 modifies the implementation of type nonfish bearing stream water buffer rules.

Washington SB6187 requires the forest practices board to repeal changes to WAC 222-30-021 and 222-30-0211, adopted on November 12, 2025, and prohibits similar rules until an analysis of minority proposals or additional alternatives is evaluated. The board must consider economic impacts and impacts to small forest landowners before adopting rules on stream type buffers. This bill responds to concerns about the economic impact on the timber industry and small businesses, and the disregard for the adaptive management process used in the past.

Washington SB6187 modifies the implementation of type nonfish bearing stream water buffer rules.

Washington SB6187 requires the forest practices board to repeal changes to WAC 222-30-021 and 222-30-0211, adopted on November 12, 2025, and prohibits similar rules until an analysis of minority proposals or additional alternatives is evaluated. The board must consider economic impacts and impacts to small forest landowners before adopting rules on stream type buffers. This bill responds to concerns about the economic impact on the timber industry and small businesses, and the disregard for the adaptive management process used in the past.