6182 AMS SHED S5462.1

SB 6182  - S AMD357
     By Senator Sheldon

     On page 1, after line 17, insert the following:

"NEW SECTION.  Sec. 2   A new section is added to chapter 71A.20 RCW to read as follows:
     Prior to closing a residential habilitation center, the department must receive authorization to do so from the legislature."

SB 6182  - S AMD
     By Senator Sheldon

     On page 1, line 1 of the title, after "centers;" strike the remainder of the title and insert "amending RCW 71A.20.020; and adding a new section to chapter 71A.20 RCW."

EFFECT:  Add section clarifying that the Legislature must approve any RHC closures.

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