Washington SB5966 establishes standards for medically tailored meals provided to enrollees through state benefits.

Washington SB5966 sets requirements for medically tailored meals provided to enrollees through state benefits. Meals must align with evidence-based nutritional guidelines, accommodate dietary needs and preferences, and meet specific nutritional criteria. Vendors must be Washington state-based, nonprofit organizations, and menus must be reviewed and approved by qualified medical professionals. The bill defines key terms such as "medically tailored meal" and "qualified medical professional.

Washington SB5966 establishes standards for medically tailored meals provided to enrollees through state benefits.

Washington SB5966 sets requirements for medically tailored meals provided to enrollees through state benefits. Meals must align with evidence-based nutritional guidelines, accommodate dietary needs and preferences, and meet specific nutritional criteria. Vendors must be Washington state-based, nonprofit organizations, and menus must be reviewed and approved by qualified medical professionals. The bill defines key terms such as "medically tailored meal" and "qualified medical professional.