Washington HB2250 clarifies residency requirements for charity care eligibility.

Washington HB2250 amends the state's charity care law to clarify residency requirements for eligibility. The bill specifies that only Washington state residents qualify for charity care, defined as those who intend to reside in the state indefinitely, entered the state for a job, or have a job commitment. Immigration status is excluded from residency determinations. The bill aims to ensure hospitals have resources to serve local residents before providing free care to out-of-state and international patients. The changes take effect immediately.

Washington HB2250 clarifies residency requirements for charity care eligibility.

Washington HB2250 amends the state's charity care law to clarify residency requirements for eligibility. The bill specifies that only Washington state residents qualify for charity care, defined as those who intend to reside in the state indefinitely, entered the state for a job, or have a job commitment. Immigration status is excluded from residency determinations. The bill aims to ensure hospitals have resources to serve local residents before providing free care to out-of-state and international patients. The changes take effect immediately.