18.51.007 - Legislative intent. - Washington Statutes

Legislative intent.

It is the intent of the legislature in enacting chapter 99, Laws of 1975 1st ex. sess. to establish (1) a system for the imposition of prompt and effective sanctions against nursing homes in violation of the laws and regulations of this state relating to patient care; (2) an inspection and reporting system to insure that nursing homes are in compliance with state statutes and regulations pertaining to patient care; and (3) a mechanism to insure that licenses are issued to or retained by only those nursing homes that meet state standards for resident health and safety.

[1981 1st ex.s. c 2 § 14; 1975 1st ex.s. c 99 § 3.]

Notes: Severability -- Effective dates -- 1981 1st ex.s. c 2: See notes following RCW 18.51.010.