Prior to recognizing an important bird area under this chapter, the department must:

     (1) Publish notice of the proposed important bird area in the Washington state register;

     (2) Publish notice of the proposed important bird area in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the proposed important bird area is located; and

     (3) Conduct at least one public hearing in the county where the proposed important bird area is located.

[2004 c 180 § 3.]

NOTES:

     Intent -- 2004 c 180: See note following RCW 79.70.110.