Washington § 18.20.560 - Memory care facilities — Application of consumer protection act.

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§ 18.20.560. Memory care facilities — Application of consumer protection act.

The legislature finds that the practices covered by RCW 18.20.540(1), the operation of a memory care facility without a certification, are matters vitally affecting the public interest for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW. A violation of this chapter is not reasonable in relation to the development and preservation of business and is an unfair or deceptive act in trade or commerce and an unfair method of competition for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW.
[ 2025 c 187 s 4.]

Notes

Findings—Intent—Construction—Application—Requirements of chapter 70.129 RCW—2025 c 187: See notes following RCW 18.20.540.

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