2SHB 1472 — Closing the Yakima Valley school and Rainier school.

What this bill does

Requires the Department of Social and Health Services to close two residential habilitation centers serving individuals with developmental disabilities, Rainier School and Yakima Valley School, by June 30, 2027, and relocate current residents. Prohibits new admissions to Rainier School or Yakima Valley School other than limited admissions for the provision of short-term respite or crisis stabilization services.

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