Special thanks to Neil Beaver for getting this bill passed and to everyone who sent in comments! 

APRIL 14, 2011 -   Governor signs Clean Fertilizers, Healthier Lakes and Rivers Legislation into Law

Environmental Community Priority will reduce phosphorus pollution in Washington's water

OLYMPIA – April 14, 2011, Governor Christine Gregoire signed the "Clean Fertilizers, Healthier Lakes and Rivers" legislation (ESHB 1489) into law.  The legislation manages the sale of phosphorus in fertilizers and provides a commonsense and cost effective approach to making sure that our lakes and rivers are clean. 

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The Lands Council's Board Member, Neil Beaver, at the signing of the bill

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The Lands Council is a member organization of the Environmental Priorities Coalition and believes that Washington State can have a strong economy that provides everyone with the opportunity to prosper and a clean, healthy, and safe environment for ourselves and our children. 



Click here to read the Feb. 3, 2011 Spokesman-Review editorial on phosphorus.