The bill amends RCW 70.395.060 to enhance reporting requirements and law enforcement responses for incidents occurring at private detention facilities. Key provisions include a mandate for these facilities to report serious incidents, such as allegations of abuse, deaths, suicides, and significant injuries, to both the Department of Health and the relevant law enforcement agency by the end of the next business day. Additionally, the bill requires private detention facilities to develop and implement written policies to protect the rights of detained persons and ensure adequate staffing and training for staff members.

Furthermore, a new section is added to chapter 70.395 RCW, which requires law enforcement agencies with jurisdiction over private detention facilities to submit an annual report to the Department of Health starting November 1, 2026. This report must include the number of calls related to incidents at these facilities and details about the agency's response to each call, including whether investigations were conducted and if any prosecutions resulted. The bill aims to improve accountability and oversight of private detention facilities, ensuring that incidents are properly reported and addressed.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 70.395.060