The bill aims to establish a grant program to increase the number of residency positions for international medical graduates (IMGs) in Washington state, addressing disparities in their successful placement within the residency system. It introduces new sections to chapter 18.71 RCW, outlining the intent to integrate the IMG workforce to alleviate healthcare shortages and promote health equity. The program will provide funding to residency programs that meet specific criteria, including operating under a waiver from the national residency matching program and maintaining accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.

Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of an advisory committee to assist in establishing selection criteria for grant recipients, ensuring that at least 75% of residency positions are filled by IMGs. The commission will be responsible for reporting to the legislature on the program's outcomes and recommendations for future funding and specialty expansions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will expire on July 1, 2032, unless specific funding is provided by June 30, 2025.