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HB 2102

Establishing requirements for the disclosure of health care information for qualifying persons to receive paid family and medical leave benefits.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Berry and 4 co-sponsors

Washington law now requires specific health information disclosure standards for workers applying for paid family and medical leave benefits, effective June 6, 2024.

Effective date 6/6/2024.
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Bill Summary · HB 2102

Legislative bill overview

HB 2102 establishes requirements for how health care providers must disclose patient health information to determine eligibility for Washington's paid family and medical leave (PFML) benefits program. The bill sets standards for what medical documentation can be requested and how that information is handled during the benefits application process.

Why is this important

Washington's PFML program provides wage replacement for workers taking leave for family care, medical conditions, or military family support. Clear disclosure requirements protect worker privacy while ensuring the program can verify legitimate benefit claims, balancing access to benefits against unnecessary medical information exposure.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy scope: Defining which health details are "necessary" for eligibility verification versus protecting sensitive medical information from unnecessary disclosure
  • Administrative burden: Requirements for health care provider compliance and documentation may increase processing times or administrative costs for both providers and the PFML program
  • Employer access: Questions about what information employers can obtain when workers request leave, and whether disclosure requirements adequately protect workers from potential discrimination

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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