The 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. It mandates the Department of Social and Health Services to develop and implement a transition plan for individuals in the community protection program by December 31, 2025, with the section expiring on July 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill amends existing definitions in RCW 71.09.020 and 71.09.060, specifically removing references to the community protection program as a placement condition or treatment option for individuals deemed sexually violent predators.

Furthermore, the bill repeals several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) related to the community protection program, including provisions on legislative approval, application processes, definitions, risk assessments, appeals, services reviews, and guidelines. The effective date for the new sections and the repeals is set for January 1, 2026. This legislative change reflects a significant shift in how individuals with developmental disabilities and those classified as sexually violent predators will be managed within the state's legal framework.

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