The bill amends RCW 18.106.270 to update the penalties for plumbing contractors who commit infractions. It establishes a minimum monetary penalty of $100 for individuals and $500 for contractors for the first infraction, while the maximum penalty for subsequent infractions is set at $5,000. The bill also changes the threshold for suspension of a contractor's certificate, license, endorsement, or registration from three infractions within a thirty-six month period to five or more infractions within a five-year period. The suspension can last up to two years and must be issued by the department, which will also provide regular updates on enforcement actions to the advisory board of plumbers.

Additionally, the bill specifies that multiple infractions from a single inspection or audit will be counted as one infraction. It also clarifies that the administrative law judge cannot waive or reduce the monetary penalties imposed for infractions, although the director may waive or reduce collection for good cause. The monetary penalties collected will be deposited into the plumbing certificate fund. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 18.106.270
Substitute bill: 18.106.270
Engrossed substitute: 18.106.270
Bill as passed Legislature: 18.106.270
Session law: 18.106.270