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WA SB5482
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marko Liias
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AI Summary
- Amends RCW 77.15.245 to remove county agencies from the list of entities whose employees can independently use dogs to hunt black bear, cougar, or bobcat for public safety purposes
- County agency employees may now only assist state or federal officials with cougar public safety responses using dogs if the department specifically authorizes such assistance
- State and federal agency employees retain authority to use dogs for hunting these animals to protect livestock, domestic animals, private property, or public safety
- Property owners and tenants may still use dogs consistent with a director-issued permit
Legislative Description
Concerning the use of dogs to hunt black bear, cougar, or bobcat.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Agriculture & Natural Resources1/24/2025
Full Bill Text
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