The bill introduces a new section to chapter 49.58 RCW that prohibits employers from requiring a valid driver's license as a condition of employment unless driving is essential to the job or related to a legitimate business purpose. It outlines the process for investigating complaints regarding compliance, allowing the director to gather testimony and documents. If a violation is found, the director can issue citations, order the payment of actual and statutory damages, and impose civil penalties, with specific amounts set for first and repeat violations. Additionally, the bill allows for appeals and mandates that civil penalties be deposited into a supplemental pension fund.

The bill also amends RCW 49.58.090 by removing references to specific sections of the law that are no longer applicable and clarifying that the department may adopt rules to implement the entire chapter. This legislative change aims to enhance employee protections regarding employment requirements related to driving and streamline the enforcement process.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 49.58.090
Substitute Bill: 49.58.090
Bill as Passed Legislature: 49.58.090
Session Law: 49.58.090