SB5976 modifies the Washington commercial electronic mail act to update penalties and clarify definitions.

SB5976 amends the Washington commercial electronic mail act by increasing the penalty for sending deceptive commercial electronic mail messages. It sets a minimum of $500 for damages to recipients and $1,000 for damages to interactive computer services, whichever is greater. The act also clarifies that it applies retroactively to causes of action commenced after its effective date but prospectively in other respects. Additionally, it repeals certain sections and updates definitions to ensure clarity and enforceability.

SB5976 modifies the Washington commercial electronic mail act to update penalties and clarify definitions.

SB5976 amends the Washington commercial electronic mail act by increasing the penalty for sending deceptive commercial electronic mail messages. It sets a minimum of $500 for damages to recipients and $1,000 for damages to interactive computer services, whichever is greater. The act also clarifies that it applies retroactively to causes of action commenced after its effective date but prospectively in other respects. Additionally, it repeals certain sections and updates definitions to ensure clarity and enforceability.