Creates the department of heritage, arts, and culture.

Creates the office of archaeology and historic preservation within the department of heritage, arts, and culture.

Abolishes the department of archaeology and historic preservation and transfers its powers, duties, and functions to the office of archaeology and historic preservation.

Transfers the Washington state arts commission and the state historical societies to the department of heritage, arts, and culture.

Changes the name and function of the Washington state heritage center account.

Requires the code reviser to develop and submit legislation for the 2012 legislative session that updates and corrects statutes to reflect the changes in the act.