Washington SB5165 amends compensation rules for deer and elk damage in frontier counties.

Washington SB5165 revises compensation criteria for damage caused by deer and elk in frontier counties. The bill establishes criteria for mitigating actions eligible for materials and services, and sets limits on compensation for commercial crop damage. It allows appeals for denied or disputed claims and prioritizes payments based on the percentage of loss. The bill also mandates that 20% of available funds must be reserved for frontier counties, defined under RCW 43.160.020.

Washington SB5165 amends compensation rules for deer and elk damage in frontier counties.

Washington SB5165 revises compensation criteria for damage caused by deer and elk in frontier counties. The bill establishes criteria for mitigating actions eligible for materials and services, and sets limits on compensation for commercial crop damage. It allows appeals for denied or disputed claims and prioritizes payments based on the percentage of loss. The bill also mandates that 20% of available funds must be reserved for frontier counties, defined under RCW 43.160.020.