Washington County is updating its HIPAA, or health insurance probability and accountability act, policy as legislation updates are impacting the county as a whole. The updates are to keep the county in compliance. Supervisor Richard Young stated fines are very high for violations. The county will be training employees regarding HIPAA and Washington County Auditor Dan Widmer stated it is very important and an annual training should be held. This week the supervisors approved a service agreement to participate in the Iowa State Association of Counties HIPAA program.