Exempting health care continuing education classes from retail sales and use tax.

 H-2550.1

HOUSE BILL 2208

State of Washington

69th Legislature

2026 Regular Session

By Representatives McClintock, Ley, Barnard, Dufault, Jacobsen, Graham, and Marshall

Prefiled 12/29/25. Read first time 01/12/26. Referred to Committee on Finance.

AN ACT Relating to exempting health care continuing education classes from retail sales and use tax; amending RCW 82.04.050 ; and creating new sections.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. (1) The legislature finds that Washington is currently experiencing a significant health care workforce shortage that threatens access to timely and quality care for residents across the state. This shortage affects hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other health systems, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

(2) The legislature finds that continuing education courses are essential for licensed health professionals to maintain their credentials, meet professional standards, and keep pace with advances in medicine and patient care. These courses also support workforce retention and advancement by enabling individuals to improve their skills and remain current in their fields.