Bill > SB5968

This bill aims to improve regulatory efficiency by integrating Executive Order 25-03, which concerns permitting and licensing processes, into state law, specifically chapter 43.42A RCW. It redefines "credential" to encompass a broader range of state-issued permits, licenses, and certifications required for individuals, businesses, or organizations to engage in regulated activities, while excluding certain items like public assistance eligibility or recreational permits. The bill mandates that state agencies track and report data on the time it takes to process "credential" applications, including "application completion time" (from submission to completeness) and "credential decision time" (from completeness to final decision), with the goal of making this information publicly accessible to aid applicant planning and promote economic development. It also establishes a statewide "credential catalog" and central online repository managed by the Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA) to provide a single source of information on all state-issued credentials, including requirements, fees, and processing timelines, and introduces provisions for agencies to establish and meet published decision times for credentials, with potential for fee refunds if these deadlines are missed.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5968&Year=2025&Initiative=false