The bill proposes a comprehensive set of appropriations and adjustments to various state programs and services in Washington for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, with a total appropriation of $717,100,000. Key changes include increases in funding for fire insurance premium distributions, prosecuting attorney distributions, and death investigations. The bill also introduces provisions for collective bargaining agreements for state employees, ensuring funding for agreements reached between the governor and various employee organizations. Additionally, it specifies conditions for health care benefits for state employees, including caps on employer funding rates for insurance premiums and provisions for additional health benefits.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a task force to address the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and people in Washington state, comprising representatives from tribal organizations and law enforcement. This task force will develop recommendations to improve data tracking and resource allocation for survivors and impacted families. The bill also emphasizes the importance of diverse representation in task force activities and allows compensation for members facing financial hardship. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance training standards for law enforcement, promote climate resilience, and ensure equitable representation in task force activities while addressing critical social issues through targeted funding and strategic initiatives.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.101.220, 69.50.540, 70A.65.300
Substitute Bill: 43.101.220, 43.101.230, 70A.65.300, 74.46.485, 74.46.501