The bill aims to enhance access to data regarding the safety and stability of residential settings for individuals with developmental disabilities in Washington State. It establishes a framework for reviewing and comparing safety and stability outcomes across various service settings, including state-operated facilities and contracted private providers. The joint legislative audit and review committee is tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of safety and stability outcomes from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2025, focusing on specific metrics such as emergency service utilization and placement stability for clients with high behavioral or medical acuity levels.

Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a public-facing provider safety and stability dashboard by June 1, 2027, which will allow families and the public to access aggregate data comparing contracted residential settings to state-operated ones. The initial data for this dashboard will be based on the findings from the review conducted by the audit committee, with updates required annually thereafter. This initiative is intended to provide transparency and facilitate informed decision-making for families and stakeholders involved in the care of individuals with developmental disabilities.