Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-09-123. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 392-122-435 Physical, social, and emotional support (PSES) — Student enrollment, 392-122-440 Physical, social, and emotional support (PSES) — Staff, 392-122-455 Physical, social, and emotional support (PSES) — Penalty for noncompliance, 392-122-500 K-3 class size — Apportionment of state moneys, 392-122-505 K-3 class size — Student enrollments, 392-122-510 K-3 class

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-09-122. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 392-121-107 Definition — Course of study. Hearing Location(s): On July 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Virtual public hearing via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on the office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) rules web page at ospi.k12.wa.us/policy-funding/ospi-rulemaking-activity . For participation questions, please email sir

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-09-125. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 392-121-106 Definition — Enrolled student, 392-121-187 Technical college direct-funded enrollment, 392-122-220 State institutional education program — Enrolled institutional education program student, and 392-700-035 Student eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Virtual public hearing via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-09-127. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 392-121-436 Emergency advance payments — School district application, 392-121-438 Emergency advance payments — Approval criteria, and 392-121-443 Emergency advance payments — Repayment of advances. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Virtual public hearing via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on the office of superint

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-012. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-31-200 School board members participation requirements. Hearing Location(s): On July 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place via Microsoft Teams webinar. To attend, you must register in advance at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/50ba3ce6-2add-4032-9314-465017acb5d4@11d0e

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-049. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at 106 11th Street S.E., Room 4015, Olympia, WA. Date of Intended Adoption: July 23, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Kimberly Mathis, Rules Coordinator, 106 11th Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98507 [98501], email wsprules@wsp.wa.gov , beginning June 12, 2026, 12:00 p.m., by July 22, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Chang

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 388-818 WAC, office of the deaf and hard of hearing telecommunication equipment distribution program update. Hearing Location(s): On August 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the department of social and health services (DSHS) website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-and-public-hearings for the most current information.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-075. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Medical insurance premium reimbursement, law enforcement officers' and firefighters' (LEOFF) 2 members. Hearing Location(s): On July 27, 2026, at 3:30 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 227 162 896 068 974, Passcode fq9nk6Mz; or via Phone 833-322-1218, Code 646 780 389#. Date of Intended Adoption: August

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 332-41-833 Timber sales categories, describes those timber sales that are not subject to the State Environmental Policy Act. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 332-41-833 includes reference to a statute that has been revised per legislative action. That reference needs to be replaced. This does not change the effect of the rule. Reasons Supporting Proposal: The reference needs to b

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 135-04-020 pertains to the regular meetings of the Washington state conservation commission (commission), including a prescribed time and date. This amendment would change the regular meeting to occur at least six times per year at times determined by the commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 135-04-020 would be amended so that the regular meetings of the commission would

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-21-130. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Board of boiler rules (board); chapter 296-104 WAC, Board of boiler rules — Substantive. Hearing Location(s): On July 7, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501; or join via Zoom at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84876317499?pwd=gDbfRVi9k9rfPu168TXVg8fJIjgGOS.1 , Passcode hearing#2!; or join by phone

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-14-097. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-20 WAC, Medical aid rules; medical provider network (MPN) requirements. Hearing Location(s): On August 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., virtual/telephonic hearing via Zoom at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/d2tYwVEpTHKwRWJMUArxLw , Meeting ID 81630236523; or join by phone (audio only) 253-205-0468, 253-215-8782 (Tacoma). The hearing will start at 1:00 p.m.

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 110-01-0120 How to make a public records request; other related rules. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This rule change amends the department of children, youth, and families' (DCYF) public disclosure fax number, mailing address, and form name. There will be no impacts on affected parties. Reasons Supporting Proposal: Provides correct information to the public when making public rec

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-03-030. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-400-0010 Who is eligible for state family assistance?, and 388-493-0010 Working family support. Hearing Location(s): On July 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the DSHS website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-and-public-hearings for the most curr

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 70A.15.2040 . Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) Regulation II, Article 2: Gasoline Marketing Emission Standards. Section 2.07 Gasoline Dispensing Facilities: Section 2.07(a) Applicability: This is an existing section being updated for the effective date of the rule to reflect this revision. Section 2.07(b) Definitions: This is an existing section containing definitions specific to gasoline dis

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-10-041. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Classification of chiropractic procedures and instrumentation. The chiropractic quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-808-505 Classification of chiropractic procedures and instrumentation, to eliminate ambiguity and clarify which procedures and instruments are permitted for clinical use. Hearing Location(s): On July 9, 2026, at 9:30

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-441 WAC, Reporting of emissions of greenhouse gases; and chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act program rule — Cap and invest program updates and linkage. For more information on this rule making visit https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-441-446-cap-and-invest-program-updates-and-linkage . Hearing Location(

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-13-107. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The proposed rules establish a chapter for the health-related social needs (HRSN) program under chapter 388-106H WAC. New sections include several subsections and WAC 388-106H-0005 What is the purpose of this chapter?, 388-106H-0010 What are the limits to the scope of the HRSN program services?, 388-106H-0020 What definitions apply to this chapter?, 388-106H-0030 Do I ha

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-064. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Prescription labeling accessibility rules. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) proposes amending WAC 246-945-015 and 246-945-026 through 246-945-029 to refine the standards for dispensing practitioners and dispensing facilities subject to the commission's prescription labeling accessibility rules. Hearing Location(s): On July 23, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., a

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-051. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 135-110 WAC, Election and replacement of conservation district supervisors. Hearing Location(s): On July 30, 2026, at 4 p.m., at the Best Western Plus Lacey Inn and Suites, 8326 Quinault Drive N.E., Lacey, WA 98516. Date of Intended Adoption: September 17, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bill Eller, P.O. Box 47721, Olympia, WA 98504-7721, email beller@scc.wa.go

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-067. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-533-0600 Planned home births and births in birthing centers. Hearing Location(s): On July 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (agency) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. Virtual public hearings are held via Microsoft Teams webinar. To attend, you must register in advance at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-131. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: New chapter 182-155 WAC, Involuntary treatment—Legal representation provided by the office of public defense (OPD). Hearing Location(s): On July 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. Virtual public hearings are held via Microsoft Teams webinar. To attend, you must register in advance at ht

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-5500 Payments—Hospital-based RHCs. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The health care authority (HCA) is repealing this rule section. This section is not current and is redundant. The current payment methodology for rural health clinics (RHCs) is found in chapter 182-549 WAC. Reasons Supporting Proposal: See purpose. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 41.05.021 and 41.05.160

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-137. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-79A-140, 181-79A-145, 181-79A-223, 181-79A-231, 181-79A-244, 181-79A-247, and 181-85-203, educational interpreter certification. Hearing Location(s): On July 16, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., in SeaTac, Washington. Exact meeting location and a link to listen to the meeting virtually will be available several weeks prior to the meeting. More information regarding this can b

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-04-007. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Acupuncture and Eastern medicine practitioners; expanding the acceptance of English proficiency examinations. The department of health (department), in consultation with the acupuncture and Eastern medicine advisory committee is proposing amendments to WAC 246-803-130 Applications requirements for applicants from foreign schools, and 246-803-240 Examinations, to allow th

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-068. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: School bond guarantee program, chapter 210-02 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2026, 1:30 p.m., at 416 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W., Room 230, 2nd Floor, Conference Room; or via phone at 564-999-2000 or 833-322-1218, Conference ID 123 472 434#. Date of Intended Adoption: June 25, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Jilene Siegel, Legislative Building, 416 Sid Snyder Avenue

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-15-045. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The licensing division (LD) is revising the following WAC in chapter 110-300 WAC, Foundational quality standards for early learning programs; chapter 110-301 WAC, Foundational quality standards for school-age programs; and chapter 110-302 WAC, Foundational quality standards for outdoor nature-based child care: WAC 110-300-0100 General staff qualifications, 110-301-0100 G

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-17-096. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-408 WAC, Home inspector — Definitions; and chapter 308-408C WAC, Home inspector — Standards of practice. Hearing Location(s): On June 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89295510240?pwd=oquK8znQXYdV9I1J5hKB6hCmhgLrvi.1, Meeting ID 892 9551 0240, Passcode 614440 (meeting chat link https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89295510240); or On

Original Notice. Expedited Rule Making—Proposed notice was filed as WSR 25-18-107. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-20 WAC, Cosmetology — Barber — Manicurist — Esthetician rules. Hearing Location(s): On June 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864860342?pwd=1aHTdNpwxBaaq9vfwdVqNuZJA2Sg10.1 , Meeting ID 828 6486 0342, Passcode 083403; or One-tap mobile +12532050468,,82864860342#,,,,*083403# US, +12532158782,,82864860342#,,,,*083403# US (Tac

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of ecology (ecology) proposes amendments to three rules to support implementation of the Governor's Executive Order 25-03 Improving transparency and building efficiency in the state's permitting and licensing process. The proposed amendments make changes to two air quality permits, six air quality general orders, and environmental laboratory accreditation

Supplemental notice to WSR 25-20-108. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public Records Act — Model rules, chapter 44-14 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 30, 2026, at 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., at John A. Cherberg Building, Rooms ABC, 304 15th Avenue S.W., Olympia, WA 98501. Oral and written comments will be accepted at the hearing. Date of Intended Adoption: On or after July 15, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Morgan Damerow,

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Lead and copper rule improvements for Group A public water systems. The department of health (department) is proposing to incorporate the federal requirements by text and reference for lead and copper rule revisions, and make minor editorial changes and updates to ensure consistency of terms and internal references in chapter 246-290 WAC between federal and state rules.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-075. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Juvenile rehabilitation (JRD) is amending the chapter 110-730 WAC, Security classifications of young people in juvenile rehabilitation, to address the process for young people entering the secure facility and the security classification and behavior management system changes. WAC will also be retitled, reorganized, and redundancy removed to provide additional clarity on

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-092. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-20 WAC, Engineer-in-training certification. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., at the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS), 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 207, Olympia, WA 98501; or via WebEx meeting. BRPELS is holding this hearing in person at its offices in Olympia. The public may also virtually partic

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-12-055. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-16 WAC, Registered professional land surveyors. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., at the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS), 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 207, Olympia, WA 98501; or via WebEx meeting. BRPELS is holding this hearing in person at its offices in Olympia. The public may also virtually pa

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-12 WAC, Registered professional engineers. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., at the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS), 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 207, Olympia, WA 98501; or via WebEx meeting. BRPELS is holding this hearing in person at its offices in Olympia. The public may also virtually partici

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-21 WAC, Land surveyors-in-training. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., at the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS), 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 207, Olympia, WA 98501; or via WebEx meeting. BRPELS is holding this hearing in person at its offices in Olympia. The public may also virtually participate in

Supplemental Notice to WSR 26-09-031. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-11-053. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-78A-105 Procedures for initial approval of an educator preparation program. Hearing Location(s): On July 16, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., in SeaTac, Washington. Exact meeting location and a link to listen to the meeting virtually will be available several weeks prior to the meeting. More information regarding this can be found on our website at https:

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-22-049. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-175 WAC, Maple syrup inspection; and chapter 16-165 WAC, Food inspection. Due to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing the establishment of new chapter 16-175 WAC, which creates inspections standards for maple syrup processors. The department is also proposing updating definitions related to maple syrup processors

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-126. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-180-005 Registration for work—RCW 50.20.010 (1) and 50.20.230 . Hearing Location(s): On June 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/88303918998?pwd=lx7Xa0LKj70qdG55BbD07Ws2Fz4JBR.1 , Meeting ID 883 0391 8998, Passcode 002368; or One-tap mobile +13017158592,,88303918998#,,,,*002368# US (Washington DC), +13052241968,,88303918998#,,,,*00236

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-03-065 on January 16, 2026. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 North of Falcon recreational fisheries rule making. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is considering amendments to current recreational fishing rules resulting from stakeholder recommendations made during North of Falcon meetings. WAC 220-220-160 Two-pole endorsement, 220-300-220 Geographical definitions — River mouth definiti

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-03-066 on January 16, 2026. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 North of Falcon Puget Sound commercial salmon seasons. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to: WAC 220-354-050 Registration and limited participation salmon net fishery, 220-354-080 Puget Sound salmon — Closed areas, 220-354-120 Puget Sound salmon — Purse seine — Open periods, 220-354-140 Puget Sound salm

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-03-067 on January 16, 2026. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 North of Falcon coastal commercial salmon seasons. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to: WAC 220-354-250 Willapa Bay salmon fall fishery, and 220-354-290 Grays Harbor salmon fall fishery. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting at https://us06w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-062. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-0100 Scope of coverage for physician-related and health care professional services — General and administrative. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. Virtual public hearings are held via Microsoft Teams webinar. To attend, you must register in adva

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-100 WAC, Drivers' licenses — Special provisions; and chapter 308-105 WAC, Enhanced drivers' license and identicard. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of licensing (DOL) is updating language to be more inclusive in response to a rule-making petition, in addition to fixing grammar issues and correcting citations. Reasons Supporting Proposal: This rule making is ba

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-012. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-0200 Physician-related and health care professional services requiring prior authorization, 182-531-0600 HIV/AIDS counseling and testing as physician-related services, 182-531-0750 Physician-related services provided in a hospital inpatient observation setting, 182-531-0800 Laboratory and pathology services, 182-531-1050 Osteopathic manipulative therapy, 182-

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-002. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending chapter 495B-121 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., at Bellingham Technical College (college), College Services, Room 215, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225. Date of Intended Adoption: June 18, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Ronda Laughlin, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225, email rlaughlin@btc.edu , fax 360-752-7134