Washington HB2629 establishes a civil cause of action for the destruction of critical communications infrastructure and amends scrap metal business.

Washington HB2629 creates a civil cause of action for individuals who sustain injury to their person, business, or property due to the destruction of critical communications infrastructure. This infrastructure includes both physical and cyber components that deliver voice, video, and data services. The bill also amends regulations for scrap metal businesses, requiring them to maintain detailed records of transactions involving nonferrous metal property and prohibiting certain transactions unless specific conditions are met. Violations of these regulations are subject to civil penalties.

Washington HB2629 establishes a civil cause of action for the destruction of critical communications infrastructure and amends scrap metal business.

Washington HB2629 creates a civil cause of action for individuals who sustain injury to their person, business, or property due to the destruction of critical communications infrastructure. This infrastructure includes both physical and cyber components that deliver voice, video, and data services. The bill also amends regulations for scrap metal businesses, requiring them to maintain detailed records of transactions involving nonferrous metal property and prohibiting certain transactions unless specific conditions are met. Violations of these regulations are subject to civil penalties.