The bill amends RCW 43.216.015 to provide compensation to members of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families Oversight Board who have direct lived experience. It specifies that while board members generally do not receive compensation for their service, those with direct lived experience may receive compensation as outlined in RCW 43.03.220 and 43.03.270, and they are entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060. Additionally, the bill clarifies that appointed legislators will be reimbursed for travel expenses as per existing laws.

The bill also introduces the definition of "direct lived experience" as provided in RCW 43.03.220, ensuring that the board can include individuals who have personal experience relevant to the services provided by the department. This change aims to enhance the board's effectiveness by incorporating perspectives from those who have directly navigated the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, thereby promoting a more informed and equitable approach to policy-making and oversight in these areas.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.216.015
Bill as Passed Legislature: 43.216.015
Session Law: 43.216.015