BILL REQ. #:  H-3319.1 

     AN ACT Relating to delaying the implementation of Initiative Measure No. 1029; and creating a new section.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION.  Sec. 1   The legislature finds that: (1) The enactment of Initiative Measure No. 1029 by the people in November 2008 established important quality standards for qualifications, training, and certification of long-term care workers; (2) these standards, which are intended to improve the quality of care provided to vulnerable elderly persons and persons with disabilities, must be implemented in a cost-effective and efficient manner that will lead to a more stable and qualified long-term care workforce; and (3) these goals are best achieved through phased and measured implementation over time, with due regard to the best use of available resources.