Wash. Rev. Code § 4.92.090 : — CIVIL PROCEDUREACTIONS AND CLAIMS AGAINST STATE — Tortious conduct of state-Liability for damages TEXT PDF The state of Washington, whether acting in its governmental or proprietary capacity, shall be liable for damages arising out of its tortious conduct to the same extent as if it were a private person or corporation. RCW 4.92.090 1963 c 159 § 2; 1961 c 136 § 1.