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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to transfer of the juvenile justice functions 2 from the department of children, youth, and families to the 3 department of corrections; amending RCW 13.40.020, 13.40.050, 4 13.40.087, 13.40.165, 13.40.205, 13.40.210, 13.40.280, 13.40.285, 5 13.40.730, 74.14A.030, 74.14A.040, 72.01.045, 72.01.050, 13.16.100, 6 28A.225.010, 72.05.010, 72.05.020, 72.05.130, 72.05.154, 72.05.440, 7 72.19.010, 72.19.020, 72.19.030, 72.19.040, 72.19.050, 72.19.060, 8 72.72.030, 72.72.040, 13.06.020, 13.06.030, 13.06.040, 13.06.050, 9 28A.190.050, 28A.190.060, 71.34.795, 72.01.410, 43.216.005, 10 43.216.035, and 43.216.015; reenacting and amending RCW 13.04.011 and 11 72.01.210; adding a new section to chapter 72.09 RCW; repealing RCW 12 13.40.468 and 13.40.660; and providing an effective date. 13
AI Summary
This bill transfers all juvenile justice functions from the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to the Department of Corrections (DOC), effective July 1, 2026. The transfer encompasses a comprehensive reorganization of juvenile rehabilitation services, including the management of juvenile correctional facilities, juvenile offender programs, and related legal and administrative responsibilities. The bill modifies numerous existing statutes to replace references to DCYF with the Department of Corrections and ensures a smooth transition of personnel, resources, and ongoing programs. Key provisions include transferring all existing employees, contracts, records, and assets related to juvenile justice services, maintaining the same level of services and treatment for juveniles, and preserving existing collective bargaining units. The bill also specifies that the transfer will not invalidate any previous actions and provides mechanisms for resolving any questions about the transfer of resources or personnel. The legislation aims to consolidate juvenile justice functions under one agency while maintaining the focus on rehabilitation, treatment, and support for juvenile offenders.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
First reading, referred to Early Learning & Human Services. (on 01/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2108&Year=2025&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2108.pdf |
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