What's New
Proposed Changes to the Washington Noxious Weed List 2026
The Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board (WSNWCB) will hold a public hearing on November 4th, via WebEx Webinar, at 1:00 p.m., and in person at Confluence Technology Center, 285 Technology Way, Wenatchee, WA 98801, to take comments on proposed rule-making changes to the 2026 state noxious weed list and WAC 16.750. The changes proposed consist of two Class A additions and two Class C additions.
To comment on the proposed changes, written testimony can be mailed to WSNWCB; P.O. Box 42560; Olympia, WA 98504-2560, or emailed to noxiousweeds@agr.wa.gov by 5:00 p.m. Monday November 3rd, or given via webex during the public testimony section of the hearing. Verbal testimony will be limited to 3 minutes per person. To attend the hearing, contact Mary Fee at MFee@agr.wa.gov or 360-561-4428
WAC 16-750-005 Class A additions
- The addition of waterhemp, Amaranthus tuberculatus
- The addition of delta arrowhead, Sagittaria platyphylla
WAC 16-750-015 Class C additions
- The addition of Black locust, Robinia pseudoacacia
- The addition of Norway maple, Acer platanoides, except for sterile cultivars
Zoom hearing link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7061977054?omn=89518665665
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Holly added to the Washington State Noxious Weed List
As of March 2025, common holly, Ilex aquifolium, is on the State Weed List as a Class C weed.
