Bill > HB1908

This bill aims to maintain and expand the operation of residential habilitation centers (RHCs) in Washington state that provide services to developmentally disabled individuals. Specifically, the bill permanently establishes four RHCs located in Medical Lake, Buckley, Selah, and Seattle, removing previous language that would have required the closure of the Yakima Valley School. The bill recognizes the ongoing mental and behavioral health care crisis in the state and seeks to provide immediate relief to families by allowing these underutilized facilities to accept new residents. By opening these well-respected centers to new residents, the legislation intends to offer a cost-effective and viable care option for developmentally disabled individuals who currently lack alternative care solutions. The bill repeals previous legislation that outlined plans for closing the Yakima Valley School, effectively ensuring the continued operation of these important state facilities that serve some of the state's most vulnerable populations.

Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1908&Year=2025&Initiative=false