Bill > HB1049

This bill aims to increase the availability of sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) by establishing a stipend program through the Washington State Department of Health. Specifically, the bill creates a new program to provide financial support to registered nurses who are training to become certified as adult/adolescent or pediatric sexual assault nurse examiners. The stipend, subject to legislative funding, will cover up to $2,500 in out-of-pocket expenses for each nurse, which can include training fees, tuition, educational materials, travel costs (such as airfare, car rentals, mileage, lodging, and meals), and other expenses deemed appropriate by the department. The goal is to reduce financial barriers that might prevent nurses from pursuing the specialized training needed to become SANEs, thereby increasing the number of qualified professionals who can provide critical medical forensic care to sexual assault survivors. The department is authorized to adopt rules to implement this program, ensuring flexibility in its administration.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1049&Year=2025&Initiative=false