Universal Health Care Commission

The universal health care commission is established to create immediate and impactful changes in the health care access and delivery system in Washington and to prepare the state for the creation of a health care system that provides coverage and access for all Washington residents through a unified financing system once the necessary federal authority has become available.

Board Website

Policy Area

Health

Governor Appointments

Total Board Positions

Statutory Authority

SB 5399 - 2021-22

Statutory Authority Website

Public Disclosure Required?

Senate Confirmation Required?

Compensation

Term Length (years)

Statutory Term Limits

Board Requirements

The commission consists of 14 members, seven of which are appointed by the Governor.

Position Number	Member Name	Position Requirements
1	VACANT	Knowledge and experience regarding health care coverage, access, and financing, or other relevant expertise
2	VACANT	Knowledge and experience regarding health care coverage, access, and financing, or other relevant expertise
3	VACANT	Knowledge and experience regarding health care coverage, access, and financing, or other relevant expertise
4	VACANT	Knowledge and experience regarding health care coverage, access, and financing, or other relevant expertise
5	VACANT	Consumer representative
6	VACANT	An individual representing tribal governments with knowledge of the Indian health care delivery in the state
7	VACANT	Chair