The bill establishes a new section in chapter 43.70 RCW that grants the Secretary of Health or their designee the authority to issue prescriptions or standing orders for biological products, devices, or drugs aimed at controlling and preventing the spread of diseases or public health threats. To issue such orders, the Secretary or designee must hold a valid license and comply with relevant licensing requirements. The bill emphasizes that the Secretary has sole discretion in issuing these orders and is not liable for civil or criminal damages, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for issuing standing orders, which includes soliciting recommendations from local health officers unless it poses a risk to public health. It defines key terms such as "administer," "deliver," "dispense," and "drug," and clarifies that the Secretary's authority does not limit local health officers' powers or allow for mandatory drug administration. The Secretary is also empowered to adopt rules for implementing this section, ensuring that the framework for issuing prescriptions and standing orders is clear and regulated.