The bill aims to address environmental and health disparities faced by communities near airports in Washington state, particularly those affected by aviation-related air pollution and noise. It establishes a framework for collaboration among local jurisdictions, state agencies, research institutions, and community members to develop effective mitigation strategies. Key provisions include the creation of a grant program to support the implementation of these strategies, an assessment by the state auditor of the effectiveness of existing noise mitigation measures, and the establishment of a work group to develop a comprehensive mitigation plan by 2027. The bill emphasizes the importance of community participation in identifying and addressing the impacts of aviation activity.

Additionally, the bill mandates the University of Washington's department of environmental and occupational health sciences to create exposure maps and assess air quality and noise levels in aviation-impacted communities. It also requires the department of commerce to facilitate a work group that will review research, identify effective mitigation strategies, and develop a community engagement plan. The bill includes provisions for a grant program to assist qualifying organizations in implementing these strategies and outlines the responsibilities of qualifying port districts in mitigating aviation-related impacts. Overall, the legislation seeks to improve the health and living conditions of those disproportionately affected by aviation activities.