SB 5215 - DIGEST

Provides that all waters of the state as defined in chapter 90.48 RCW may be used to fight forest fires, range fires, or fires of a similar nature. No agency of the state nor any local government may require prior approval for this use nor may any conditions be placed on such use of public waters.

Declares that this policy regarding unrestricted use of state waters shall be part of all levels of fire fighting training programs. All state and local governments shall inform persons involved with fire suppression of the ability to use any public waters for fire control.