The bill establishes an advisory committee focused on addressing property crimes related to electric vehicle charger infrastructure in Washington State. This committee will be formed under the interagency electric vehicle coordinating council and will include representatives from various sectors, such as law enforcement, the electric vehicle services industry, local government, and community advocacy groups. The committee's responsibilities include providing guidance on reducing electric vehicle charger property crime, responding to legislative inquiries, and submitting findings and recommendations as part of the council's annual report. The committee is required to meet regularly and will operate until its expiration on July 1, 2028.

Additionally, the bill amends RCW 42.56.270 to include new provisions that protect proprietary information related to electric vehicle charger infrastructure. Specifically, it adds a clause that exempts proprietary information identified by private sector entities and provided to the Department of Commerce under the new section of this act from public disclosure. This amendment aims to safeguard sensitive information that could be detrimental if disclosed, thereby encouraging the development and implementation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure while addressing concerns about property crime.

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Engrossed Bill: 42.56.270