Codifying emergency rules to protect the right of a pregnant person to access treatment for emergency medical conditions in hospital emergency departments.

Added a new section to RCW 70.41.020 that re-enacts and amends a list of legal definitions, including specific provisions for 'emergency medical condition' regarding pregnant patients, 'telemedicine,' and 'aftercare.'

Renumbered the emergency clause from Section 5 to Section 6 to accommodate the insertion of the new definitions section.

Updated the bill title from 'Substitute Senate Bill' to 'Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill,' reflecting its progress through the legislative process.

Changed the description of the act to include 'reenacting and amending RCW 70.41.020' instead of just 'adding a new section,' accurately describing the legislative action taken.

Added a new findings section stating that access to reproductive health care is a long-established right and that the legislature must ensure care access regardless of federal actions.

Removed a provision requiring hospitals to comply with specific federal regulations as they existed on January 1, 2025, replacing it with a directive to follow state standards and applicable laws.

Added a savings clause (Sec. 4) stating that if any part of the act is held invalid, the remaining provisions will still remain in effect.

Rephrased hospital transfer policies to remove the specific exception for 'active labor' and clarified the requirement to follow reasonable procedures during transfers.

Simplified the definition of 'emergency medical condition' by removing the specific sub-clause detailing contractions and transfer timing, while retaining the core definition regarding serious jeopardy to health.

Changed the bill title from 'Senate Bill' to 'Substitute Senate Bill' and updated the sponsor list to reflect committee assignment and a new reading date.