The bill enacts the Uniform Antitrust Premerger Notification Act in Washington State, establishing a framework for premerger notifications under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. It introduces several new sections that define key terms, outline filing requirements, and establish confidentiality provisions regarding the submitted forms and additional documentary materials. Specifically, it mandates that individuals or entities filing a premerger notification must submit an electronic copy of the Hart-Scott-Rodino form to the attorney general, along with any additional required documentation. The attorney general is prohibited from disclosing this information publicly, except under certain conditions, such as in administrative or judicial proceedings.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for reciprocity, allowing the attorney general to share information with counterparts in other states that have enacted similar laws, provided those states have adequate confidentiality protections. It also establishes civil penalties for noncompliance with the filing requirements and emphasizes the importance of uniform application of the law across jurisdictions. The existing law, RCW 19.390.060, is amended to align with these new requirements, ensuring that providers or provider organizations that file premerger notifications also comply with the new notice requirements set forth in this act.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 19.390.060
Bill as Passed Legislature: 19.390.060
Session Law: 19.390.060