Washington HB1293 strengthens littering laws and creates a task force to develop solutions.

Washington HB1293 amends littering laws to increase penalties for littering more than 10 cubic yards, making it a gross misdemeanor. It also mandates litter clean-up restitution payments for littering incidents, with additional community service in state parks. The bill creates a littering solutions task force to develop policy recommendations aimed at reducing litter. The task force includes representatives from various state departments and associations, and must submit a final report by November 15, 2026.

Washington HB1293 strengthens littering laws and creates a task force to develop solutions.

Washington HB1293 amends littering laws to increase penalties for littering more than 10 cubic yards, making it a gross misdemeanor. It also mandates litter clean-up restitution payments for littering incidents, with additional community service in state parks. The bill creates a littering solutions task force to develop policy recommendations aimed at reducing litter. The task force includes representatives from various state departments and associations, and must submit a final report by November 15, 2026.