This bill establishes provisions for the medical use of cannabis by qualifying patients with terminal conditions in hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice care centers in Washington State. It mandates that these facilities develop policies that allow for the medical use of cannabis, while ensuring safety and integrity within healthcare environments. Key requirements include prohibiting smoking or vaping, documenting the use in medical records, and ensuring that cannabis is securely stored. Additionally, the bill specifies that healthcare professionals and facility staff are not permitted to administer medical cannabis, and it outlines procedures for the disposal of unused cannabis upon patient discharge.

The bill also includes provisions that protect healthcare facilities from penalties related to compliance with federal regulations regarding cannabis use. If a federal agency initiates enforcement actions or issues prohibitions against the medical use of cannabis, facilities may suspend compliance with the state law until they receive further guidance. The legislation emphasizes that compliance with these new policies is not a condition for obtaining or renewing licenses for hospitals, nursing homes, or hospice care centers.