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WA HB2340

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tarra Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends existing substance use disorder monitoring program protections to nursing assistants (credentialed under chapter 18.88A RCW) in addition to nurses already covered under the law

  • Prohibits the department or board from posting enforcement actions on public websites when a credentialed individual has complied with board-ordered substance use disorder monitoring program requirements

  • Expands eligibility for the stipend program (covering up to 80% of out-of-pocket treatment expenses) to include nursing assistants holding active, inactive, or suspended credentials

  • Eligible expenses include substance use evaluation, treatment, drug testing, and professional peer support groups

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Applying substance use disorder monitoring program provisions to nursing assistants.

Last Action

Delivered to Governor.

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/25/2026
Health & Long-term Care2/12/2026
Rules2/3/2026
Health Care and Wellness1/12/2026

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