The bill amends existing Washington state laws to enhance the protection of confidentiality for records and information related to the provision of protected health care services, particularly in the context of enforcement actions from other states. Key definitions are updated, including the insertion of a definition for "assistance," which encompasses various forms of support for accessing protected health services. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "gender-affirming treatment" and "protected health care services," ensuring they include lawful services in Washington.

Additionally, the bill establishes a public policy that prohibits cooperation with other states' laws that impose penalties related to the provision of these health services. It restricts state and local agencies from issuing warrants or subpoenas that would facilitate the enforcement of such laws, and it mandates that any business entity providing electronic communication services must not comply with requests that relate to investigations into these services unless specific attestations are provided. The bill aims to safeguard individuals in Washington from legal repercussions stemming from other states' laws regarding protected health care services.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 7.115.010, 7.115.020
Bill as Passed Legislature: 7.115.010, 7.115.020
Session Law: 7.115.010, 7.115.020