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WA SB6021
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Leonard Christian
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to establish a comprehensive body scanner program at Green Hill school (a juvenile rehabilitation facility) to detect contraband hidden under clothing and within body cavities
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All employees, contractors, visitors, volunteers, and inmates entering the secure perimeter must be scanned; alternative search methods required for minors, pregnant individuals, those with disabilities, and those approaching radiation limits
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Inmates with body scans indicating substance-related contraband must receive comprehensive substance use disorder assessments and treatment services, including medication-assisted treatment
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Employees, contractors, visitors, or volunteers found with contraband via body scan must be disciplined per department policies and referred to law enforcement
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Annual report to the governor and legislature required by December 1st detailing positive scans, contraband types, confiscation numbers over five years, and substance use disorder treatment data
Legislative Description
Reducing introduction of contraband into Green Hill school.
Last Action
First reading, referred to Human Services.
1/12/2026