HB1496 is a bill in the Washington Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Health care information.

What is the status of HB1496?

In committee as of February 19, 2026. Latest action: House Rules "X" file. (February 19, 2026).

Who sponsored HB1496?

Liz Berry (D), with 11 co-sponsors.

On the Washington Legislature website: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1496&Year=2025

Washington legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Status: In committee, February 19, 2026

Strengthening patients' rights regarding their health care information.

February 19, 2026: House Rules "X" file.
February 19, 2026: Returned to Rules Committee for second reading.
February 13, 2026: Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading.
February 4, 2026: Referred to Rules 2 Review.
February 4, 2026: Committee relieved of further consideration.
February 3, 2026: Referred to Appropriations.
January 30, 2026: Minority; without recommendation.
January 30, 2026: HCW - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
January 30, 2026: Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness at 8:00 AM.
January 16, 2026: Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness at 8:00 AM.

Subjects: HEALTH AND SAFETY, PUBLIC

What is HB1496?: HB1496 is a bill in the Washington Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Health care information.
What does HB1496 do?: Strengthening patients' rights regarding their health care information.
What is the status of HB1496?: In committee as of February 19, 2026. Latest action: House Rules "X" file. (February 19, 2026).
Who sponsored HB1496?: Liz Berry (D), with 11 co-sponsors.
Where is the official record for HB1496?: On the Washington Legislature website: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1496&Year=2025

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