Bill > HB1684

This bill updates Washington state law concerning water recreation facilities by revising definitions, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. The bill introduces new definitions for "aquatic facility" and "aquatic venue," which broadly encompass various types of artificial water structures used for recreation or therapy, including swimming pools, spa pools, water slides, wave pools, and float tanks. It modifies rules for facility permitting, requiring local health jurisdictions or the state department of health to review and respond to construction plans within 30 days, and allows facilities existing before 1987 to continue operating if they meet current water quality and safety standards. The bill also updates requirements for facility owners, such as mandating liability insurance (at least $1 million or equivalent coverage) and requiring sellers of aquatic venues to provide comprehensive operating instructions that include safety information and specific health warnings, particularly for pregnant women. Additionally, the bill clarifies exemptions to these regulations, such as excluding single-family dwelling facilities, steam baths, and certain temporary inflatable water attractions from the law's requirements. The changes aim to modernize safety standards and provide clearer guidance for water recreation facility operators while maintaining public health protections.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1684&Year=2025&Initiative=false