Establishes a board of governors for licensed social workers in Washington state.

The bill creates the Washington state board of governors for licensed social workers. The board will consist of seven members appointed by the governor, including four licensed independent clinical social workers, two licensed advanced social workers, and one public member. The board will assume full regulatory authority over licensed social workers, including disciplinary functions, within 36 months of its establishment. The board will also be responsible for adopting rules, setting fees, and providing oversight for the social work licensing program.

Establishes a board of governors for licensed social workers in Washington state.

The bill creates the Washington state board of governors for licensed social workers. The board will consist of seven members appointed by the governor, including four licensed independent clinical social workers, two licensed advanced social workers, and one public member. The board will assume full regulatory authority over licensed social workers, including disciplinary functions, within 36 months of its establishment. The board will also be responsible for adopting rules, setting fees, and providing oversight for the social work licensing program.