2SHB 1685 — Concerning resource and assessment centers.

What this bill does

Allows Resource and Assessment Centers (RACs) to provide emergency initial care for children as they enter care and respite care, and address placement disruptions for children birth through age 17 for up to seven days, or up to 14 days with Department of Children, Youth, and Families approval. Removes the requirement that RACs demonstrate they are not dependent on reimbursement from the state to operate.

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