HB 2848 - DIGEST

Finds a need for tribal law enforcement officers to enforce the laws of the state of Washington over non-Indian persons while those persons are on tribal lands or reservations to efficiently deal with criminal activities conducted by those who would threaten the peace and safety of Indian communities through their actions.

Declares an intent to balance the common interests of the state of Washington and tribal governments to provide basic police services in the effort to maintain peace and social order, and provide for the more efficient use of available resources by agencies responding to crimes and incidents that occur in Indian country.