The bill amends RCW 10.93.020 to explicitly include the state Department of Labor and Industries in the definition of a "limited authority Washington law enforcement agency." This inclusion does not grant any new enforcement authority to the Department; rather, it clarifies its status within the existing framework of law enforcement agencies in Washington. The definition of "limited authority Washington law enforcement agency" now encompasses various state departments and commissions that have specific enforcement responsibilities, including the newly added Department of Labor and Industries.

In addition to the insertion of the Department of Labor and Industries, the bill maintains the existing definitions and structures of law enforcement agencies without making any deletions. The overall intent of the legislation is to ensure that the Department is recognized as part of the limited authority law enforcement framework while preserving the current enforcement powers and responsibilities of all agencies involved.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 10.93.020