The bill aims to restore and sustain healthy ungulate populations in Washington State by establishing a new chapter in Title 77 RCW. It emphasizes the importance of ungulate species such as mule deer, white-tailed deer, elk, and moose, which are vital for ecological balance, cultural significance, and economic contributions to rural communities. The legislation mandates that the wolf management plan be adaptive and responsive to the unique characteristics of each wolf management zone. It also highlights the need for active predator-prey management to address the decline in ungulate populations due to increased predator-prey conflicts, particularly in areas where gray wolves are federally delisted.

Key provisions include the designation of ungulate populations as "at-risk" if they fall 25% below their 10-year rolling average, triggering immediate predator mitigation actions by the department. The bill requires annual population counts of white-tailed deer in collaboration with sportsmen, with transparent survey methods and reporting deadlines. Additionally, the department is tasked with providing annual reports to the legislature on ungulate population trends and mitigation efforts. The bill also allows the department to adopt rules for implementing these measures, ensuring a structured approach to wildlife management and conservation.