Senate approves bill to create state health‑care board to prepare for universal coverage
Feb 17, 2026
The Washington Senate on Monday adopted Senate Bill 5947 to create a state health‑care board that would help design a universal health‑care program if federal or state triggers occur; the measure passed after adoption of an amendment and a floor debate split largely along philosophy and fiscal concerns.
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The Washington State Senate voted to pass Senate Bill 5947 on Monday, a measure to create a Washington Health Care Board to help design and coordinate a universal health‑care program if certain federal or state triggers are met.
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