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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Passed
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to emergency medical technician recertification; 2 and adding a new section to chapter 18.73 RCW. 3
AI Summary
This bill modifies the recertification period for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) in Washington State, which is governed by chapter 18.73 RCW. Currently, EMTs must recertify every three years. However, this bill introduces a new provision that allows EMTs who have been certified in Washington for at least 10 years to recertify every six years, effectively doubling their recertification cycle after a decade of service.
Committee Categories
Education, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Dan Bronoske (D)*,
Brandy Donaghy (D),
Andrew Engell (R),
Mary Fosse (D),
Dan Griffey (R),
Mari Leavitt (D),
Greg Nance (D),
Last Action
Effective date 6/11/2026. (on 03/09/2026)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care
- ‐ Health Manpower and Training
- ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
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