The bill aims to clarify the authority for cities and tribal governments in Washington State to mutually agree to extend urban governmental services beyond city boundaries to tribal lands that are characterized by urban development. This is intended to ensure compliance with the Growth Management Act. A new section is added to the existing law, allowing such agreements to be made by December 31, 2028, between a federally recognized Indian tribe and a city for the provision of urban services to properties within the tribe's jurisdiction that are adjacent to the city.

Additionally, the bill amends RCW 36.70A.110 to include provisions that allow for the extension of urban governmental services to tribal lands, as long as these services are financially supportable and do not promote urban development in rural areas, except in specific circumstances. The amendments also emphasize the importance of coordination between counties, cities, and tribes in planning for urban growth, ensuring that any revisions to urban growth areas consider the potential impacts on tribal resources and treaty rights.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 36.70A.110
Bill as Passed Legislature: 36.70A.110
Session Law: 36.70A.110