The proposed bill establishes a new offense called "reckless interference with emergency operations" under a new section added to chapter 46.61 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). A person commits this offense if they operate a vehicle on a public roadway that has been closed due to hazardous conditions, as indicated by official barricades, signage, or emergency vehicles. The bill outlines penalties for this offense, categorizing it as a misdemeanor, but elevating it to a gross misdemeanor if it results in the need for emergency assistance that causes bodily injury to a first responder or if a minor or vulnerable adult is present in the vehicle.

Additionally, the bill mandates the suspension of the driver's license for individuals convicted of this offense, with durations of thirty days for a misdemeanor and sixty days for a gross misdemeanor. It also holds offenders financially responsible for the costs incurred by public agencies in responding to the emergency, with a maximum liability of $25,000 per incident. The court is required to order reimbursement for these costs, which must be paid directly to the responding agency. The bill defines key terms such as "first responder," "vehicle," and "vulnerable adult" to clarify the scope of the law.