To amend the current statue minimizing outdoor burning. The bill would allow for outdoor burning in an Urban Growth Area (UGA), with three conditions; (1) it is not conducted during an air quality episode. (2) it is not conducted in an area where impaired air quality has been determined. (3) and a local fire official has determined that the burn will protect life or property from a greater fire hazard.   Official Text and Analysis.

To allow outdoor burning within an urban growth area in rural counties to protect life or property from a fire hazard as determined by a federal, state, or local fire official, unless the area is in nonattainment or maintenance for federal air quality standards, there is an air quality episode, or alternative disposal methods are available at a reasonable cost. If burning is determined appropriate, the burn permitting entity must issue a permit, but may require fire containment and weather related restrictions. Local fire districts making a fire hazard determination or issuing burn permits may charge a fee of up to $35. Other entities issuing a site specific burning permit may collect a fee not to exceed five dollars.