This 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 unobstructed 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," "interfere with," and "place of worship," to clarify the scope of the law.

Additionally, the bill allows aggrieved individuals to seek civil damages against those who commit prohibited actions, with specific provisions for recovering damages and attorney fees. It establishes that a plaintiff does not need to prove actual damages to recover additional sums and allows for injunctive relief to prevent further violations. The bill also clarifies that lawful picketing and public information efforts are not prohibited and ensures that the remedies provided are cumulative, allowing for other legal actions to be pursued. Finally, it includes provisions to protect the privacy of individuals involved in legal proceedings related to these violations.