This bill introduces new provisions to Washington state law regarding court-ordered restitution in environmental criminal cases. Specifically, it adds new sections to chapters 90.48, 70A.15, and 70A.300 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which authorize courts to order restitution for harm caused to natural resources or the environment following a criminal conviction under these chapters.

The legislation aims to enhance accountability for environmental crimes by ensuring that offenders are required to compensate for the damage they cause to the environment. This move reflects a growing recognition of the importance of protecting natural resources and the need for legal mechanisms to address the consequences of environmental harm.