The commission shall maintain federal certification for the state's pipeline safety program. The commission, at a minimum, shall do the following:

     (1) Inspect hazardous liquid pipelines and gas pipelines periodically as specified in the inspection program;

     (2) Collect fees;

     (3) Order and oversee the testing of hazardous liquid pipelines and gas pipelines as authorized by federal law and regulation; and

     (4) File reports with the United States secretary of transportation as required to maintain federal certification.

[2007 c 142 § 7; 2001 c 238 § 10; 2000 c 191 § 9.]

NOTES:

     Intent -- Finding -- Effective date -- 2001 c 238: See notes following RCW 80.24.060.