Signed by Governor Jay Inslee

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with House amendments and pass a bill that amends 988 call centers integrated data platforms to provide seamless person-centered service in Washington.

Highlights:

• Requires that the technology and integrated data platforms in 988 call centers deliver the information critical to providing seamless, person-centered service, including that (Sec. 2):

• Have an active agreement with the administrator of the national suicide prevention lifeline for participation within its network;

• Meet the requirements for operational and clinical standards established by the department and based upon the national suicide prevention lifeline best practices guidelines and other recognized best practices;

• Employ highly qualified, skilled, and trained clinical staff who have sufficient training and resources to provide empathy to callers in acute distress, de-escalate crises, assess behavioral health disorders and suicide risk; and

• Train employees on agricultural community cultural competencies for suicide prevention.

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect beginning January 2, 2025 (Sec. 2).

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