Establishing and expanding safe station pilot programs.
Summary
Directs the Health Care Authority to manage a grant program for fire stations to establish Safe Station programs, which may include fire station programs that incorporate mobile response units.
Allows a certified substance use disorder peer specialist to be employed in a Safe Station program if the Health Care Authority determines that a plan is in place to provide sufficient levels of supervision and technical support.
Requires behavioral health administrative services organizations to collaborate with the Safe Station program, crisis providers, and other stakeholders to develop a streamlined process for referring Safe Station clients to the appropriate level of care.
Expires on June 30, 2023.
From the Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill Report (ESSB 5074), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗
Did not passDid not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House