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WA HB2704
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Travis Couture
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AI Summary
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All less restrictive alternative (LRA) housing placements for sexually violent predators must be operated by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) or a provider under contract with DSHS
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DSHS receives exclusive authority to contract with housing providers for LRA placements and must use a request for proposal process to solicit providers statewide
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DSHS must adopt rules to establish and adjust fee schedules for contracted services, replacing the previous negotiation-based approach
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Housing providers must comply with distance restrictions, provide adequate security, and immediately report if a person leaves without authorization
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Sections 1 and 2 take effect August 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Requiring all less restrictive alternatives for sexually violent predators to be operated by the department of social and health services or a contracted provider.
Last Action
First reading, referred to Community Safety.
1/29/2026