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Statutes > Washington > Title-39 > 39-10 > 39-10-470Public inspection of certain records — Protection of trade secrets.
(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, all proceedings, records, contracts, and other public records relating to alternative public works transactions under this chapter shall be open to the inspection of any interested person, firm, or corporation in accordance with chapter 42.56 RCW.
(2) Trade secrets, as defined in RCW 19.108.010, or other proprietary information submitted by a bidder, offeror, or contractor in connection with an alternative public works transaction under this chapter shall not be subject to chapter 42.56 RCW if the bidder, offeror, or contractor specifically states in writing the reasons why protection is necessary, and identifies the data or materials to be protected.
[2005 c 274 § 275; 1994 c 132 § 10. Formerly RCW 39.10.100.]
Notes: Sunset Act application: See note following chapter digest.
Part headings not law -- Effective date -- 2005 c 274: See RCW 42.56.901 and 42.56.902.
