This bill establishes the Smokey Bear special license plates under the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, amending existing laws related to special license plates. It reenacts and amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), specifically RCW 46.17.220, 46.18.200, and 46.68.425, to include the new Smokey Bear license plate, which will have an initial fee of $40.00 and a renewal fee of $30.00. The bill also specifies that the Smokey Bear plates will display the name, image, and likeness of Smokey Bear along with messages promoting wildfire prevention.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the proceeds from the Smokey Bear license plates will be allocated specifically for wildfire prevention programs managed by the Department of Natural Resources. It includes provisions for the administration and collection of fees, ensuring that a portion of the fees is deducted for administrative costs before the remaining funds are directed to the appropriate accounts. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.