Washington SB5653 amends definitions to include fish and wildlife officers in collective bargaining.

Washington SB5653 amends the definitions in the state's public employment relations act to include fish and wildlife officers in the collective bargaining process. This change ensures that fish and wildlife officers, who are defined as those ranking below deputy chief in the department of fish and wildlife, are included in the collective bargaining unit. The bill modifies the definition of "employee" to explicitly include these officers, ensuring they are covered under the collective bargaining provisions.

Washington SB5653 amends definitions to include fish and wildlife officers in collective bargaining.

Washington SB5653 amends the definitions in the state's public employment relations act to include fish and wildlife officers in the collective bargaining process. This change ensures that fish and wildlife officers, who are defined as those ranking below deputy chief in the department of fish and wildlife, are included in the collective bargaining unit. The bill modifies the definition of "employee" to explicitly include these officers, ensuring they are covered under the collective bargaining provisions.