2253-S AMH COUT WICM 889

  

SHB 2253 - H AMD 1535

By Representative Couture

WITHDRAWN 02/13/2026

On page 10, after line 7, insert the following:

"(11) "Imminent physical harm" and "immediate threat to the health and well-being of children" means a substantial risk of bodily injury, sexual abuse, or severe neglect and includes exposure to high-potency synthetic opioids and the presence of illicit substances."

On page 16, after line 32, insert the following:

"(11) "Imminent physical harm" and "immediate threat to the health and well-being of children" means a substantial risk of bodily injury, sexual abuse, or severe neglect and includes exposure to high-potency synthetic opioids and the presence of illicit substances."

EFFECT: Defines "imminent physical harm" and "immediate threat to the health and well-being of children" to mean a substantial risk of bodily injury, sexual abuse, or severe neglect and includes exposure to high-potency synthetic opioids and the presence of illicit substances for purposes of licensure of individuals or entities to care for children, expectant mothers, or persons with developmental disabilities.

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