The proposed legislation aims to prohibit the use of certain animals in traveling animal acts by establishing a new chapter in Title 9 RCW. It defines "covered animals" to include elephants, big cats (excluding domestic cats), nonhuman primates, and bears, and outlines what constitutes a "traveling animal act." The bill specifies that no person shall allow the participation of a covered animal in such acts, with exceptions for performances at nonmobile, permanent institutions licensed by the USDA.

Violations of this chapter are classified as gross misdemeanors, and local governments are permitted to enact more restrictive ordinances regarding traveling animal acts. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable.