This bill addresses the increasing issues of evictions and homelessness in Washington State by establishing guidelines for local governments regarding the regulation of public property use. It introduces new sections to various chapters of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) that mandate any city, town, county, or state law regulating activities such as sitting, lying, sleeping, or keeping warm and dry outdoors on public property to be "objectively reasonable" in terms of time, place, and manner. The bill outlines specific factors that must be considered in determining objective reasonableness, including public safety, availability of alternative shelter, and the impact on individuals experiencing homelessness.

Additionally, the bill provides a framework for individuals to challenge the reasonableness of such laws through injunctive or declaratory relief actions in court, while also establishing that it is an affirmative defense if a law is found to be unreasonable. It clarifies that no private right of action for monetary damages is created by this legislation. The bill is designed to encourage local governments to balance public safety with the urgent need for effective homelessness solutions and is set to take effect immediately to address the ongoing crisis.