2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 82.08.865: Exemptions — Diesel and aircraft fuel for farm fuel users.

(1) The tax levied by RCW 82.08.020 does not apply to sales of diesel fuel, or aircraft fuel as defined in RCW 82.42.010(5), to a farm fuel user for nonhighway use. This exemption is available only if the buyer provides the seller with an exemption certificate in a form and manner prescribed by the department. Fuel used for space or water heating for human habitation is not exempt under this section.

     (2) The definitions in RCW 82.04.213 and this subsection apply to this section.

     (a) "Diesel fuel" is defined as provided in 26 U.S.C. 4083, as amended or renumbered as of January 1, 2006.

     (b) "Farm fuel user" means: (i) A farmer; or (ii) a person who provides horticultural services for farmers, such as soil preparation services, crop cultivation services, and crop harvesting services.

[2006 c 7 § 1.]

Effective date -- 2006 c 7: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect immediately [March 6, 2006]." [2006 c 7 § 3.] Additional sales tax exemption for motor vehicle and special fuel: RCW 82.08.0255.