The bill extends the pesticide application safety committee and amends existing laws to enhance pesticide application safety in Washington State. It establishes the committee's composition, which includes representatives from various state departments, agricultural organizations, and health centers. The committee is tasked with meeting at least three times a year, providing administrative support, and exploring data collection methods related to pesticide use. An advisory work group is also created to gather information and make recommendations, consisting of various stakeholders, including farmworkers and representatives from health and agricultural sectors. The advisory group will meet upon the committee's request and will be reimbursed for travel expenses.

Additionally, the bill outlines the committee's priorities, which include improving pesticide application safety, establishing baseline data for pesticide applications, enhancing communication about pesticide health risks, and developing educational materials in multiple languages. The committee is required to report its findings and recommendations to the legislature annually, with an initial report due in January 2020. The expiration date for the provisions of this act has been extended to July 1, 2035, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 70.104.110