Revised for engrossed: Establishing a process for adjudicating tort claims against the state of Washington and its political subdivisions.

This bill would require arbitration for certain tort claims against the state and local governments. Specifically, claims arising from conduct that occurred 10 or more years ago, or when the claimant was a minor and 10 years have passed since they became an adult, would be subject to mandatory arbitration regardless of the amount. Other tort claims against the government could be subject to arbitration if both parties agree.

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