HB 1875-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
Expands the scope of crops eligible for compensation as a result of wildlife damage from commercial crops to agricultural crops in general. |
Increases the maximum amount that the Washington department of fish and wildlife may pay per fiscal year for damage caused to agricultural crops by wild deer or elk. |
Increases the maximum compensation payable for each claim of damage to agricultural crops or other property caused by wild deer or elk. |
Adds a definition of property that is eligible for compensation, to include irrigation equipment, fencing, and managed pasture. |
Requires the department of fish and wildlife to cover the cost of property damage assessments. |