WA SB5360

Creates a three-tiered criminal penalty structure for water pollution control act violations: first degree (class B felony) for knowing violations that place someone in imminent danger of death or substantial bodily harm; second degree (class C felony) for knowing violations without imminent danger; third degree (gross misdemeanor with up to $10,000 fine and 364 days jail) for negligent violations

Establishes three-tiered criminal penalties for clean air act violations: first degree (class B felony) for knowingly releasing hazardous/toxic air pollutants while aware of imminent danger to persons or property; second degree (class C felony) for knowing violations or negligent releases causing imminent danger; third degree (gross misdemeanor) for negligent violations

Creates three-tiered criminal penalties for hazardous waste violations: first degree (class B felony) for knowingly handling hazardous substances in violation of law while aware of imminent danger to persons or property; second degree (class C felony) for knowing violations; third degree (gross misdemeanor) for negligent violations

Holds entities (including towns, cities, counties, and the state) liable for offenses committed by agents acting within the scope of their duties, with each day of violation potentially treated as a separate offense

Exempts certain activities from the clean air act penalties, including outdoor burning permitted by the Department of Natural Resources, silvicultural burning, and prescribed burns for wildfire risk reduction or ecosystem restoration