Federal prisoners, or from other state or federally recognized tribe—Space must be available.

The secretary shall not enter into any contract for the care or commitment of any prisoner of the federal government, any federally recognized tribe, or any other state unless there is vacant space and unused facilities in state correctional facilities.[ 2022 c 254 s 6; 1992 c 7 s 58; 1979 c 141 s 289; 1967 ex.s. c 122 s 11; 1959 c 28 s 72.68.100. Prior: 1951 c 135 s 3. Formerly RCW 72.08.370.]Notes:Finding—2022 c 254: See note following RCW 72.09.015.