Washington HB1072 aims to preserve access to protected health care services by scrutinizing health care transactions.

Washington HB1072 mandates the Department of Health to review health care transactions that may affect access to protected health care services. These services include reproductive health care, end-of-life care, and gender-affirming care. The bill requires the department to consider specific criteria when reviewing applications, such as the effect on access to protected health care services and the availability of alternative sources of care. The department must also hold public hearings and allow for public comment.

Washington HB1072 aims to preserve access to protected health care services by scrutinizing health care transactions.

Washington HB1072 mandates the Department of Health to review health care transactions that may affect access to protected health care services. These services include reproductive health care, end-of-life care, and gender-affirming care. The bill requires the department to consider specific criteria when reviewing applications, such as the effect on access to protected health care services and the availability of alternative sources of care. The department must also hold public hearings and allow for public comment.