The bill introduces a new section to chapter 43.10 RCW, granting the Washington Attorney General the authority to issue civil investigative demands for documents, oral testimony, and written interrogatories when investigating potential violations of various state and federal laws. The demands can be served on individuals or entities believed to possess relevant information or documents related to the investigation. The section outlines the requirements for such demands, including the need to specify the alleged violation, describe the requested materials with reasonable specificity, and set a return date for compliance. It also establishes procedures for the service of demands and the handling of the requested materials, ensuring that they are produced during normal business hours and that the rights of the individuals or entities involved are protected.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for confidentiality, stating that the existence and content of the demands may not be disclosed without prior court approval, and establishes penalties for non-compliance. It allows for petitions to modify or set aside demands and provides the Attorney General with the ability to seek enforcement through the courts if compliance is not met. The section emphasizes that the authority granted does not replace existing powers related to civil investigative demands under other statutes.