The bill amends RCW 51.36.070 to facilitate the use of a department of labor and industries-approved, application-based, third-party recording platform for independent medical exams. It grants injured workers the right to record these examinations, specifying that recordings must be conducted exclusively through the approved platform, which ensures secure storage and compliance with cybersecurity standards. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the worker and the third-party vendor regarding notifications, recording procedures, and access to recordings, while also establishing penalties for violations of these provisions.

Key changes include the requirement for recordings to be stored securely and prohibiting any local copies or alterations by the worker or other parties. The bill also clarifies that the costs associated with the recording platform will be considered part of the claim's costs. Additionally, it mandates that recordings be retained for the life of the claim and for at least ten years after closure. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2027, and applies to all claims regardless of the injury date.