The commission may examine the clam, mussel, and oyster beds located on aquatic lands belonging to the state and request the commissioner of public lands to withdraw these lands from sale and lease for the purpose of establishing reserves or public beaches. The director shall conserve, protect, and develop these reserves and the oyster, shrimp, clam, and mussel beds on state lands.
RCW 77.60.100
Establishment of reserves on state shellfish lands.
2000 c 107 s 26; 1995 1st sp.s. c 2 s 30 (Referendum Bill No. 45, approved November 7, 1995); 1983 1st ex.s. c 46 s 89; 1955 c 12 s 75.08.060
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