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WA SB5427

WA SB5427
Extending the program to address complex cases of children in crisis.


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Introduced
01/22/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to extending the program to address complex cases 2 of children in crisis; amending RCW 43.06.535; providing an 3 expiration date; and declaring an emergency. 4

AI Summary

This bill extends the existing program to address complex cases of children in crisis by modifying the role of the children and youth multisystem care leadership (changing the title from "coordinator" to "project director") and updating various provisions related to the rapid care team. The bill maintains the governor's responsibility to oversee a system that helps children in crisis by directing appropriate state resources, accessing flexible funds for safe discharge from hospitals, and coordinating with various state agencies and teams. The rapid care team, composed of representatives from multiple state departments, will continue to identify and support children in crisis, with a broad range of potential referral sources including family members, educators, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and others. The bill defines a "child in crisis" as a person under 18 who is at risk of or currently staying in a hospital without medical necessity, unable to return to parental care, or experiencing placement instability. The governor is required to provide an annual report to the legislature detailing the team's activities, including referral numbers, demographic data, service availability, and recommendations for systemic improvements. The bill extends the program's expiration date from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2027, and includes an emergency clause making it effective immediately to preserve public peace, health, and safety.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to Ways & Means. (on 02/13/2025)

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