Washington SB5318 mandates fingerprint-based background checks for certain applicants and service providers in home care and other vulnerable adult.

Washington SB5318 requires fingerprint-based background checks for applicants and service providers in home care, assisted living facilities, and other services for vulnerable adults, children, and juveniles. This includes those providing services to people with developmental disabilities, in-home services funded by Medicaid, and community options program entry system waiver services. The checks are conducted through the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Washington SB5318 mandates fingerprint-based background checks for certain applicants and service providers in home care and other vulnerable adult.

Washington SB5318 requires fingerprint-based background checks for applicants and service providers in home care, assisted living facilities, and other services for vulnerable adults, children, and juveniles. This includes those providing services to people with developmental disabilities, in-home services funded by Medicaid, and community options program entry system waiver services. The checks are conducted through the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.