The bill introduces a new section to chapter 72.01 RCW, aimed at enhancing access for members of the Washington legislature to state-owned and operated facilities. It emphasizes the importance of such access for legislators to effectively perform their duties, particularly when meeting with incarcerated individuals. The bill mandates that upon receiving a written request from a legislator, relevant state departments, including the Department of Corrections, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, and the Department of Social and Health Services, must make reasonable efforts to accommodate the visit within the requested timeframe. If a visit cannot be arranged as requested, the agency is required to provide a prompt written explanation and suggest the earliest possible date for the visit.

Additionally, the bill outlines that access for legislators includes tours of state facilities and meetings with constituents residing there, while family events at these facilities will be managed on a case-by-case basis, prioritizing family members of residents. It also stipulates that all visitors must comply with safety and security protocols established by the respective departments before and during their visits.