Adoption of rules.

The department shall adopt such rules as may be necessary to effectuate the intent and purposes of this chapter, which shall include but not be limited to evaluation of the quality of the program and facilities operating pursuant to this chapter, evaluation of the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of such programs and facilities, and procedures and standards for certification and other action relevant to evaluation and treatment facilities.

[1998 c 297 ยง 24; 1973 1st ex.s. c 142 ยง 61.]

Notes: Effective dates -- Severability -- Intent -- 1998 c 297: See notes following RCW 71.05.010.