§ 72.10.005. Intent -- Application
It is the intent of the legislature that inmates in the custody of the department of corrections receive such basic medical services as may be mandated by the federal Constitution and the Constitution of the state of Washington. Notwithstanding any other laws, it is the further intent of the legislature that the department of corrections may contract directly with any persons, firms, agencies, or corporations qualified to provide such services. Nothing in this chapter is to be construed to authorize a reduction in state employment in service component areas presently rendering such services or to preclude work typically and historically performed by department employees.
[1989 c 157 § 1.]
Sections: 72.10.005 72.10.010 72.10.020 72.10.030 72.10.040 72.10.050 72.10.060 NextLast modified: April 7, 2009