WA HB1631

Establishes a joint legislative executive committee on aging and disability issues, to be convened by September 1, 2013, comprising legislative members appointed by the senate president and house speaker, a governor-appointed liaison, the secretary of DSHS, and the director of the Health Care Authority.

Requires the committee to profile Washington's current and projected (2025) elderly and disabled populations, inventory existing services and supports, and assess gaps in areas including health care, long-term care, housing, transportation, and caregiver supports.

Directs the committee to develop a strategy for meeting future demographic demands, including identifying statutory and regulatory changes, technology and chronic care management practices, alternative long-term care financing options, and specialized resources for populations with conditions such as dementia.

Requires the committee to establish public advisory committees of at least three stakeholders each, focused on specific topic areas, and to consult with the Office of the Insurance Commissioner and the Caseload Forecast Council.

Mandates the committee report findings and recommendations to the governor and legislature by December 10, 2014, with the committee expiring on December 15, 2014.