(1) The department may conduct audits and investigations for the purpose of ensuring compliance with RCW 70A.245.020 and 70A.245.040 based on the information reported under RCW 70A.245.030.
(2) The department shall annually publish a list of registered producers of covered products and associated brand names, their compliance status, and other information the department deems appropriate on the department's website.
(3) To assist regulated parties with the requirements specified under RCW 70A.245.070 and 70A.245.080, the department:
(a) Must prepare and post on its website information regarding the prohibitions on the sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene products as specified under RCW 70A.245.070 and restrictions on the provision of optional serviceware under RCW 70A.245.080;
(b) For education and outreach to help implement RCW 70A.245.070 and 70A.245.080, may develop culturally appropriate and translated educational materials and resources for the state's diverse ethnic populations from existing materials used by local jurisdictions and other states.
(4) The department may adopt rules as necessary to administer, implement, and enforce this chapter.
[ 2021 c 313 § 12.]
NOTES:
Finding—Intent—2021 c 313: See note following RCW 70A.245.010.