Purpose of chapter.

Under the authority of chapter 15.140 RCW, the department adopts rules to establish a hemp program in accordance with the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018. These rules include licensing requirements. Licensing is required for persons to produce hemp as provided under this chapter and chapter 15.140 RCW. Registration is voluntary for hemp processors that process hemp for commercial use or sale. [Statutory Authority: RCW 15.140.030 , 15.140.060 and 2021 c 104.

WSR 22-01-137, § 16-306-010, filed 12/14/21, effective 1/14/22. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.140.030 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 20-03-174, § 16-306-010, filed 1/22/20, effective 2/22/20.]