The bill amends RCW 42.56.250 to enhance the protection of personal information related to complainants, accusers, and witnesses involved in employment investigations. It specifies that investigative records compiled by an employing agency regarding potential unfair practices or violations of laws will remain exempt from public disclosure while the investigation is active. Once the investigation concludes and the complainant is notified of the outcome, the records can only be disclosed if the names, images, job titles, email addresses, and phone numbers of the involved parties are redacted, and their voices on any audio recordings are altered unless consent for disclosure is provided. Additionally, if an elected government official is a complainant, their name and title will not be redacted.

The bill also includes provisions for the confidentiality of certain employee information, particularly for those who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment. Employees can submit sworn statements to protect their identifying information from disclosure, which can be renewed every two years. Furthermore, the bill mandates that agencies notify employees and unions when a request for their personnel records is made, ensuring transparency in the process while still safeguarding sensitive information.