Wash. Rev. Code § 74.09.190

Current through Chapter 376 of the 2024 Regular Session
Section 74.09.190 - Religious beliefs-Construction of chapter

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as empowering the secretary or director to compel any recipient of public assistance and a medical indigent person to undergo any physical examination, surgical operation, or accept any form of medical treatment contrary to the wishes of said person who relies on or is treated by prayer or spiritual means in accordance with the creed and tenets of any well recognized church or religious denomination.

RCW 74.09.190

Amended by 2011SP1 c 15, § 13, eff. 7/1/2011.
1979 c 141 § 342; 1959 c 26 § 74.09.190. Prior: 1955 c 273 § 23.

Effective date-Findings-Intent-Report-Agency transfer-References to head of health care authority-Draft legislation- 2011 1st sp.s. c 15 : See notes following RCW 74.09.010.