(1) The department must consult, and obtain the advice and consent of, the governing bodies of the state's federally recognized tribes in developing an agreed-upon definition of the term "Indian" for the purposes of RCW 43.216.505 and, by July 1, 2024, must adopt the definition in rule.
(2) This section expires December 1, 2030.
[ 2021 c 199 § 207.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—2021 c 199 §§ 204-208: See note following RCW 43.216.513.
Short title—Findings—Intent—Conflict with federal requirements—2021 c 199: See notes following RCW 43.216.770.