HB 3171 - DIGEST

Finds that the department of social and health services' medical assistance administration's brokerage contracting services implemented in 1988 has saved the state and taxpayers millions of dollars.

Declares an intent that all administrative departments in state government participate in the competitive bidding process of the department of social and health services' medical assistance administration's brokerage system. It is intended that this participation will save tax dollars while increasing the services provided to a greater number of persons.

Requires the director of general administration to report to the legislature by December 1, 2004, on services provided by state agencies that should use the brokerage system under RCW 43.19.1905(22).