This bill amends RCW 82.14.460 to clarify the use of sales and use tax revenues for chemical dependency and mental health treatment programs, as well as therapeutic court programs. It establishes that the construction of new facilities and modifications to existing structures are acceptable uses of the tax revenues. The bill emphasizes that these programs are part of local government public safety initiatives and outlines the specific purposes for which the collected funds must be utilized, including treatment services, case management, transportation, and housing.

Additionally, the bill details the conditions under which counties and cities can impose the sales and use tax, including provisions for crediting taxes imposed by cities within counties. It specifies the percentage of collected funds that may be used to supplant existing funding for various populations and timelines, ensuring that the primary focus remains on providing new or expanded services. The legislation also allows for the use of funds to support the costs associated with therapeutic court operations, while ensuring that the funds cannot be used to replace lapsed federal funding for these services.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 82.14.460