Notification of Rulemaking Activity
The Washington State Dept. of Agriculture (WSDA) has initiated expedited rulemaking to amend WAC 16-750, Noxious Weed Seed & Plant Quarantine by filing a CR-105 with the Office of the Code Reviser on October 21, 2025.
Overview of Rulemaking
In response to feedback from stakeholders, the Department is proposing to clarify the common names listed for Hedera Hibernica in WAC 16-752-610. The common name is currently listed as Atlantic/Boston ivy. The Department is proposing to remove Boston ivy as a common name and only have Atlantic ivy listed to more accurately reflect the regulated species.
The correct scientific name for Boston ivy is Parthenocissus tricuspidata, which is not a regulated article on the Noxious Weed Seed and Plant quarantine list. This is confusing to the public and industry, since Boston ivy is listed as a common name for Hedera Hibernica. The proposed amendments would clarify the potential for misunderstandings by having the common name accurately reflect the regulated species.
Documents Related to Rulemaking
The CR-105 and proposed rule language are attached to this notice. We will send you additional information as we progress through the rule making process.
CR-105 with Proposed Rule Language
Use of Expedited Rulemaking Process
This rule was proposed under an expedited rulemaking process that eliminates the need for the department to hold public hearings, prepare a Small Business Economic Impact Statement, or provide responses to the criteria for a significant legislative rule. If you object to this use of the expedited rule making process, you must express your objections in writing.
Submitting Written Objections
Written objections must be submitted using one of the following:
By mail:
Gloriann Robinson, Agency Rules Coordinator
Washington State Dept. of Agriculture
PO Box 42560
Olympia, WA 98504-2560
By fax: (360) 902-2092
By email: wsdarulescomments@agr.wa.gov
The deadline for submitting written comments is 5:00 PM, December 22, 2025
Agency Personnel Responsible for Proposed Rule
Please contact Scott Brooks to discuss implementation and enforcement of the proposed rule.
By mail:
Scott Brooks, Plant Services Program Manager
Plant Protection Division
Washington State Dept. of Agriculture
PO Box 42560
Olympia, WA 98504-2560
By phone: (360) 485-1235
By email: sbrooks@agr.wa.gov
For more information regarding WSDA’s rule making activities, please contact:
Gloriann Robinson, WSDA Agency Rules Coordinator
wsdarulescomments@agr.wa.gov
PO Box 42560,
Olympia, WA 98504
(360) 902-1802
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