This bill amends various sections of Washington state law to allow law enforcement agencies and prosecuting attorney offices to hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States, rather than restricting employment to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Specifically, the bill modifies RCW 10.93.165, 10.93.200, 41.08.070, 41.12.070, 41.14.100, 36.27.040, 43.101.095, and 77.15.075 to reflect this change. The new language emphasizes that hiring practices must comply with federal law and regulations regarding work authorization, ensuring that employers cannot bypass these requirements.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section to chapter 36.27 RCW, mandating that all employees of prosecuting attorneys' offices must also be legally authorized to work in the United States. The amendments aim to create a more inclusive hiring framework while maintaining compliance with federal regulations. The bill reinforces the importance of adhering to federal work authorization standards, thereby preventing any potential circumvention of these legal requirements.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 10.93.165, 10.93.200, 41.08.070, 41.12.070, 41.14.100, 36.27.040, 43.101.095, 77.15.075