Bill > SB5908

This bill amends the existing law regarding where legal petitions can be filed for review of certain government actions, specifically adding a new provision for wildlife-related cases. Under the current law, petitions for review can be filed in Thurston County, the petitioner's county of residence, or where the affected property is located. The bill introduces a new subsection (5) that specifically addresses petitions involving wildlife management actions by the Fish and Wildlife Commission or Department of Fish and Wildlife, requiring such petitions to be filed in the county where the wildlife in question is located. This change provides a more geographically specific venue for legal challenges related to wildlife management, potentially making the legal process more relevant to the specific location and context of the wildlife issue being contested. The amendment is part of the state's administrative procedure laws and aims to provide clearer guidance on filing jurisdictions for wildlife-related agency actions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5908&Year=2025&Initiative=false