Washington SB5079 modifies debt collection practices for overpayments to older adults and adults with disabilities.

Washington SB5079 amends the state's debt collection practices for overpayments made to older adults and adults with disabilities. It establishes a six-year limit for collecting overpayments unless legal action is initiated or an administrative remedy is in place. The bill also allows for the waiver of collection efforts for certain clients and extends the debt collection period to ten years from the notice date. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.

Washington SB5079 modifies debt collection practices for overpayments to older adults and adults with disabilities.

Washington SB5079 amends the state's debt collection practices for overpayments made to older adults and adults with disabilities. It establishes a six-year limit for collecting overpayments unless legal action is initiated or an administrative remedy is in place. The bill also allows for the waiver of collection efforts for certain clients and extends the debt collection period to ten years from the notice date. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.