The bill amends the definition of "limited authority Washington law enforcement agency" in RCW 10.93.020 to explicitly include the state department of labor and industries, while clarifying that this inclusion does not grant any new enforcement authority to the department. The updated definition now lists the department alongside other agencies that have specific functions related to the apprehension or detection of individuals committing infractions or violating laws in limited subject areas, such as the state departments of natural resources and social and health services, among others.

This legislative change aims to provide clarity regarding the role of the department of labor and industries within the framework of law enforcement agencies in Washington State. By formally recognizing the department in this context, the bill seeks to ensure that its functions are understood without expanding its enforcement capabilities beyond what is currently established.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 10.93.020
Bill as Passed Legislature: 10.93.020
Session Law: 10.93.020