WA SB5454 | 2019-2020 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 3-0)
Status: Introduced on January 21 2019 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2020-01-13 - By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Pending: Senate Health & Long Term Care Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Clarifying the definition of a geriatric behavioral health worker for individuals with a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, behavioral health, or other related areas.

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Title

Clarifying the definition of a geriatric behavioral health worker for individuals with a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, behavioral health, or other related areas.

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History

DateChamberAction
2020-01-13SenateBy resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
2019-01-21SenateFirst reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care.

Same As/Similar To

HB1349 (Crossfiled) 2019-04-03 - Effective date 7/28/2019.

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Bill Comments

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