This bill aims to repeal the community protection program in Washington State, allowing clients of the developmental disabilities administration to access less restrictive service options without reducing the supportive services they currently receive. The bill includes a mandate for the Department of Social and Health Services to develop and implement a transition plan for individuals currently participating in the community protection program by December 31, 2025, with the section expiring on July 1, 2026. Additionally, it amends existing definitions in RCW 71.09.020 and 71.09.060 to remove references to the community protection program as a placement condition or treatment option for individuals deemed sexually violent predators.

The bill also includes the repeal of several specific sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) related to the community protection program, effectively eliminating the framework that governs it. These repealed sections include legislative approval, application processes, definitions, risk assessments, appeals, service reviews, and guidelines associated with the community protection program. The effective date for the changes outlined in sections 3 through 5 of the bill is set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 71.09.020, 71.09.092
Substitute Bill: 71.09.020, 71.09.092