The RCW and WAC that directly relate to Sodium Pentobarbital for Animal Euthanasia
Washington Administrative Code (WAC)
WAC 246-886 – Animal Control – Legend Drugs
Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
A statute or Revised Code of Washington (RCW) is written by the Washington State Legislature. Once legislation is signed by the governor, it becomes law.
The website for RCWs is a searchable database online. You may also access the state government website. If you're interested in obtaining a copy of any RCW, you may contact your local public library.
Other relevant RCWs are:
| RCW 18.130 | Regulation of Health Professions – Uniform Disciplinary Act |
| RCW 34.05 | Administrative Procedures Act |
| RCW 42.56 | Public Records Act |
| RCW 69.50 | Uniform Controlled Substances Act |
Washington Administrative Code (WAC)
A rule or Washington Administrative Code (WAC) is written to provide interpretive support for the individuals or entities to whom the rule applies. Department of Health rules are written and adopted by a board or commission, or the secretary of the Department of Health. Rules or WACs carry the full force of the law.
WACs are available on the state government website or you may contact your local public library.
The WACs that relate to:
| WAC 246-12 | Administrative Procedures and Requirements for Credentialed Health Care Providers |
| WAC 246-15 | Whistleblower Complaints in Health Care Settings |
| WAC 246-16 | Standards of Professional Conduct |