The proposed bill establishes a new chapter in Title 9A RCW aimed at protecting access to places of religious worship in Washington State. It recognizes the importance of unimpeded access for the free exercise of religion and outlines unlawful actions that interfere with this access, such as physically obstructing individuals, trespassing, or making repeated electronic communications to a place of worship. Violations of these provisions are classified as gross misdemeanors. The bill also defines key terms, including "aggrieved person," "place of worship," and "prohibited actions," to clarify the scope of the law.

Additionally, the bill allows aggrieved individuals to seek civil damages against those who commit the prohibited actions, with potential recovery of up to $500 per day for individuals and up to $5,000 per day for places of worship. It provides for injunctive relief to prevent further violations and emphasizes that the remedies outlined are cumulative and do not limit other available legal options. The bill also includes provisions to protect the privacy of individuals involved in legal proceedings related to these violations.