Concerning law enforcement agency and prosecutor offices hiring.

SB 5022 updates Washington State law to require that law enforcement agencies and prosecutor offices consider applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law for hiring, replacing outdated categories like "lawful permanent resident" or "DACA recipient" in statutes. The bill amends multiple laws (including those governing civil service hiring for police, corrections officers, and prosecutor deputies) to align with federal work authorization standards without altering existing federal requirements. It clarifies that agencies must comply with federal firearm regulations for officers and allows hiring rejections only if background investigations cannot be conducted due to insufficient resources (funding, staff, or materials), while preserving state antidiscrimination protections. This change directly affects all state and local law enforcement hiring processes and prosecutor office appointments in Washington.