HB 1531 is a scary little bill. Just two pages in length, but it appears it would give enormous power to Washington state government.
This bill aims to empower state and local health officials with unprecedented control over communicable disease management.
Policy Enforcement: It mandates that public health responses must be guided by what is considered the "best available science," focusing on measures like vaccinations to control disease spread.
Preemption of Local Laws: The bill nullifies any existing or future local statutes, ordinances, or policies that might conflict with its directives, effectively centralizing health policy decision-making at the state level.
Emergency Clause: With an immediate effect clause, this bill bypasses the usual public discourse, taking effect the moment it's passed, without room for public debate or adjustment.
TAKE ACTION!
This bill has a hearing on January 31, 2025 at 8AM. You must take action BEFORE 7AM on 1/31.
30-second-action: Click the button below to register your CON position.
Additional testifying options: https://app.leg.wa.gov/csi/House?selectedCommittee=31644&selectedMeeting=32542
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