This bill establishes provisions for local governments, specifically cities with populations of 150,000 or more, to lease vacant state agency property during declared emergencies related to homelessness. A new section is added to chapter 43.17 RCW, which mandates that state agencies must lease their vacant properties to qualifying cities for a nominal fee of $1 per month. The lease is intended for use as emergency shelters or medical facilities, with specific terms regarding the duration of the lease and the condition in which the property must be returned. Additionally, the bill outlines a process for dispute resolution between state agencies and local governments, encouraging alternative methods before escalating to litigation.

Further, two additional sections are added to chapters 35.21 and 35A.38 RCW, respectively, affirming that the legislative authorities of qualifying cities and code cities can lease vacant state property for the same emergency-related purposes. The bill defines key terms such as "emergency medical facility," "emergency shelter," and "vacant property," ensuring clarity in its application. Overall, the legislation aims to facilitate the use of state-owned vacant properties to address homelessness during emergencies effectively.