| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Health Care & Wellness Committee | |
HB 1217
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Establishing standards for clubhouse rehabilitation services.
Sponsors: Representatives Hinkle, Darneille, Bailey, Cody, Pettigrew, Green, Kenney, Dickerson, Moeller, Schual-Berke, Campbell, Linville, Seaquist and Morrell.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/24/07
Staff: Dave Knutson (786-7146).
Background:
Community-based clubhouses for people with a mental illness provide assistance in dealing with
activities of daily life and employment and vocational services. There is no statutory definition
of what services a mental health clubhouse provides and what standards it should comply with.
Summary of Bill:
A mental health clubhouse is defined as a community-based program that provides rehabilitation
services and is certified by the international center for clubhouse development.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.