The bill seeks to modernize and clarify various sections of the Revised Code of Washington by updating terminology, removing obsolete language, and enhancing the regulatory framework for healthcare and cannabis industries. Key amendments include replacing "advanced registered nurse practitioner" with "advanced practice registered nurse" throughout the text, which reflects a shift in professional designation. The bill also introduces new definitions and provisions related to cannabis, emphasizing social equity and requiring licensees to support communities historically affected by cannabis prohibition. Additionally, it updates the governance structure of the nursing board, ensuring that it meets contemporary healthcare needs and standards.

Significant changes include the establishment of a health professional temporary substitute resource pool to address provider shortages in rural areas, as well as provisions for the treatment and management of individuals with behavioral health disorders, including minors. The bill clarifies the roles of healthcare professionals, particularly in mental health services, and outlines the rights of individuals regarding treatment decisions. Furthermore, it mandates that health plans cover essential services such as prostate cancer screening and mammography, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance clarity, accessibility, and equity within Washington's healthcare and cannabis regulatory frameworks.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 1.16.050, 9.94A.507, 9.95.425, 23B.13.200, 23B.13.210, 23B.13.220, 66.04.021, 6.15.060, 9.94A.840, 9.94B.020, 9.95.040, 9A.56.120, 12.36.020, 18.73.270, 18.71.200, 19.116.040, 19.182.040, 28A.600.385, 28B.10.016, 28B.76.730, 28A.600.310, 35.82.285, 36.32.440, 38.52.020, 38.52.390, 41.32.345, 41.56.465, 41.56.492, 43.20B.670, 43.21A.662, 43.70.670, 43.216.152, 43.330.430, 43.330.435, 46.18.205, 46.61.100, 48.20.555, 48.21.375, 51.14.150, 59.22.020, 64.34.216, 64.34.316, 64.34.324, 64.34.400, 69.25.030, 70.14.050, 70.122.020, 71.09.098, 71.09.090, 71A.12.220, 74.04.00511, 74.04.300, 74.04.670, 79A.05.065, 80.70.020, 88.02.610, 18.20.230, 18.50.032, 18.79.010, 18.79.040, 18.79.050, 18.79.070, 18.79.080, 18.79.090, 43.03.050, 18.79.110, 18.79.150, 18.79.160, 18.79.170, 18.79.180, 18.79.190, 18.79.230, 18.79.240, 18.79.250, 18.79.260, 18.79.290, 18.79.310, 18.79.340, 18.79.390, 18.79.400, 18.79.410, 18.79.430, 18.79.435, 18.79.440, 18.79.800, 18.79.810, 18.88A.020, 18.88A.030, 18.88A.060, 18.88A.080, 18.88A.082, 18.88A.085, 18.88A.087, 18.88A.088, 18.88A.090, 18.88A.100, 18.88A.210, 18.88B.070, 28A.210.275, 28A.210.280, 28A.210.290, 28B.115.020, 41.05.180, 48.20.393, 48.21.225, 48.43.087, 48.44.325, 48.46.275, 69.45.010, 69.51A.300, 70.128.210, 74.42.230, 7.68.030, 7.68.063, 7.68.080, 9.02.110, 9.02.130, 9A.04.110, 11.130.290, 11.130.390, 11.130.615, 18.16.260, 18.50.005, 18.50.115, 18.57.040, 18.59.100, 18.64.253, 18.64.560, 18.71.030, 18.89.020, 18.130.410, 18.134.010, 18.225.010, 18.250.010, 19.410.010, 28A.210.090, 28A.210.305, 41.05.177, 41.24.155, 43.70.470, 46.19.010, 46.61.506, 46.61.508, 48.20.392, 48.21.227, 48.42.100, 48.43.094, 48.43.045, 48.44.327, 48.46.277, 48.125.200, 50A.05.010, 50A.10.010, 51.28.010, 51.28.020, 51.28.025, 51.28.055, 51.36.010, 51.48.060, 51.52.010, 68.50.105, 69.41.010, 69.41.030, 69.43.135, 69.50.101, 71.24.025, 70.02.170, 70.30.061, 70.41.410, 70.47.210, 70.48.135, 70.48.490, 70.54.400, 70.58A.010, 70.122.051, 70.122.130, 70.128.120, 70.180.020, 70.180.040, 70.245.010, 71.05.148, 71.05.154, 71.05.210, 71.05.215, 71.05.310, 71.05.290, 71.05.300, 71.05.585, 71.12.540, 71.32.110, 71.32.140, 71.32.250, 71.34.720, 71.34.750, 71.34.755, 71.34.770, 71.34.815, 72.09.588, 74.09.010, 74.09.725, 74.42.010, 18.51.010
Substitute Bill: 1.16.050, 9.94A.507, 9.95.425, 23B.13.200, 23B.13.210, 23B.13.220, 66.04.021, 6.15.060, 9.94A.840, 9.94B.020, 9.95.040, 9A.56.120, 12.36.020, 18.73.270, 18.71.200, 19.116.040, 19.182.040, 28A.600.385, 28B.10.016, 28B.76.730, 28A.600.310, 35.82.285, 36.32.440, 38.52.020, 38.52.390, 41.32.345, 41.56.465, 41.56.492, 43.20B.670, 43.21A.662, 43.70.670, 43.216.152, 43.330.430, 43.330.435, 46.18.205, 46.61.100, 48.20.555, 48.21.375, 51.14.150, 59.22.020, 64.34.216, 64.34.316, 64.34.324, 64.34.400, 69.25.030, 70.14.050, 70.122.020, 71.09.098, 71.09.090, 71A.12.220, 74.04.00511, 74.04.300, 74.04.670, 79A.05.065, 80.70.020, 88.02.610, 18.20.230, 18.50.032, 18.79.010, 18.79.040, 18.79.050, 18.79.070, 18.79.080, 18.79.090, 43.03.050, 18.79.110, 18.79.150, 18.79.160, 18.79.170, 18.79.180, 18.79.190, 18.79.230, 18.79.240, 18.79.250, 18.79.260, 18.79.290, 18.79.310, 18.79.340, 18.79.390, 18.79.400, 18.79.410, 18.79.430, 18.79.435, 18.79.440, 18.79.800, 18.79.810, 18.88A.020, 18.88A.030, 18.88A.060, 18.88A.080, 18.88A.082, 18.88A.085, 18.88A.087, 18.88A.088, 18.88A.090, 18.88A.100, 18.88A.210, 18.88B.070, 28A.210.275, 28A.210.280, 28A.210.290, 28B.115.020, 41.05.180, 48.20.393, 48.21.225, 48.43.087, 48.44.325, 48.46.275, 69.45.010, 69.51A.300, 70.128.210, 74.42.230, 7.68.030, 7.68.063, 7.68.080, 9.02.110, 9.02.130, 9A.04.110, 11.130.290, 11.130.390, 11.130.615, 18.16.260, 18.50.005, 18.50.115, 18.57.040, 18.59.100, 18.64.253, 18.64.560, 18.71.030, 18.89.020, 18.130.410, 18.134.010, 18.225.010, 18.250.010, 19.410.010, 28A.210.090, 28A.210.305, 41.05.177, 41.24.155, 43.70.470, 46.19.010, 46.61.506, 46.61.508, 48.20.392, 48.21.227, 48.42.100, 48.43.094, 48.43.045, 48.44.327, 48.46.277, 48.125.200, 50A.05.010, 50A.10.010, 51.28.010, 51.28.020, 51.28.025, 51.28.055, 51.36.010, 51.48.060, 51.52.010, 68.50.105, 69.41.010, 69.41.030, 69.43.135, 69.50.101, 71.24.025, 70.02.170, 70.30.061, 70.41.410, 70.47.210, 70.48.135, 70.48.490, 70.54.400, 70.58A.010, 70.122.051, 70.122.130, 70.128.120, 70.180.020, 70.180.040, 70.245.010, 71.05.148, 71.05.154, 71.05.210, 71.05.215, 71.05.310, 71.05.290, 71.05.300, 71.05.585, 71.12.540, 71.32.110, 71.32.140, 71.32.250, 71.34.720, 71.34.750, 71.34.755, 71.34.770, 71.34.815, 72.09.588, 74.09.010, 74.09.725, 74.42.010, 18.51.010