Proposals

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 updates to the human health criteria and associated footnotes in Table 240 of WAC 173-201A-240 Toxic substances, to remove state-adopted human health criteria that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) disapproved and adopt as state law federal human health criteria (HHC) that EPA promulgated for Washington. HHC are pollut

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-090. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2025 Industrial Insurance Premium Rates. Chapter 296-17 WAC, General reporting rules, audit and recordkeeping, rates and rating system for Washington workers' compensation insurance; and chapter 296-17B WAC, Retrospective rating for workers' compensation insurance. Hearing Location(s): On October 28, 2024, at 10 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) Headq

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-520 WAC, Washington seed potato commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In response to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing to clarify current rule language by replacing all gender-specific pronouns with modern gender-inclusive pronouns. Reasons Supporting Proposal: RCW 43.01.160 requires state agencies to use gender-neutral

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-501 WAC, WSDA procedural rules — Commodity boards or commissions. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In response to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing to clarify current rule language by replacing all gender-specific pronouns with modern gender-inclusive pronouns. Reasons Supporting Proposal: RCW 43.01.160 requires state agencies

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-516 WAC, Washington potato commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This rule making amends the Washington potato commission WAC by removing gender-specific pronouns and replacing them with terms that are neutral and/or consistent throughout the chapter. Reasons Supporting Proposal: This rule making was brought forward through a petition from a member of the public. This r

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-503-0535 Washington apple health — Citizenship and immigration status, and 182-507-0135 Immigration status requirement for refugee medical assistance (RMA). Hearing Location(s): On October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must registe

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-07-054. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-828-4060 What subscales are contained in the support needs scale?, 388-828-4200 What activities are assessed in the home living activities subscale of the support needs scale?, 388-828-4240 What activities are assessed in the lifelong learning activities subscale of the support needs scale?, 388-828-4260 What activities are assessed in the work activities subscal

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-064. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-538-110 The grievance and appeal system and agency administrative hearing for managed care organization (MCO) enrollees. Hearing Location(s): On October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must register in advance https://us02web.zoom.us

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-086. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is planning to amend the following WAC sections related to training and continuing education rules due to SB 5811 (chapter 322, Laws of 2024): WAC 388-71-0523, 388-71-0839, 388-71-0875, 388-71-0880, 388-71-0888, 388-71-0890, 388-71-0971, 388-71-0977, 388-71-0991, 388-71-1001 and 388-115-0523; and repeal WAC 388-71-0990.

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-29A-400 Leasehold excise tax — Exemptions. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (DOR) is implementing ESHB 2003 (2024) by adding the new leasehold excise tax exemption in RCW 82.29A.139 for affordable housing on public lands, and moving all existing affordable housing exemptions to the same portion of the rule. DOR is also codifying the existing leasehold ex

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-530-7150 Reimbursement — Compounded prescriptions, and 182-530-8150 Reimbursement — Automated maximum allowable cost (AMAC). Hearing Location(s): On October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must register in advance https://us02web.zoo

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Revisions to Title 314 WAC to adopt gender-neutral language. Revisions are being proposed to WAC 314-02-030, 314-02-038, 314-02-0415, 314-02-108, 314-03-020, 314-03-030, 314-03-035, 314-03-040, 314-09-005, 314-10-110, 314-11-020, 314-11-030, 314-11-040, 314-11-105, 314-12-040, 314-12-210, 314-12-215, 314-16-110, 314-16-150, 314-17-020, 314-17-025, 314-17-040, 314-17-045, 314-17-065, 314-18-030, 314-18-040, 314-20-100, 314-21-025, 314-24-115, 314-2

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-068 and 24-15-105. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132V-130 WAC, Hazing policy; and chapter 132V-121 WAC, Code of student conduct. Hearing Location(s): On October 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98466, Building 12, Board Room (Room # 120); and Zoom https://tacomacc-edu.zoom.us/j/87227127064?pwd=RPHXYZuubhaif2LXvWCpwDWT8IKAC9.1. Date of Intended Adoption: November 6, 202

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending WAC 136-60-040, 136-60-050, and 136-60-060 to make changes to the standard of good practice for maintenance of county road logs. Amending WAC 136-161-040 to make changes to the rural arterial program. Hearing Location(s): On October 24, 2024, at 9:15 a.m., at 6 West Rose Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362. The county road administration board (CRAB) meeting will be h

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 263-12 WAC, Practice and procedure (before the board of industrial insurance appeals (board)). Hearing Location(s): On October 30, 2024, at 10 a.m., virtual or telephonic hearing only. Please use your computer or mobile app to join on Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2427334324 ; or call in (audio only) at 253-205-0468, Meeting ID 242 733 4324. Date of Intended Ado

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-022. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Adult entertainer safety, chapter 296-831 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On October 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 12806 Gateway Drive South, Tukwila, WA 98168. A prehearing overview will begin at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will start at 11:00 a.m. and will continue until all oral comments are received. This public hearing will be held j

Continuance of WSR 24-15-149. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-120. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Real estate appraisers fee increases; WAC 308-125-120 Fees and charges. Hearing Location(s): On September 18, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., at the Highways and Licensing Building, 1125 Washington Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504; or virtual option via Microsoft Teams [contact agency for link], Meeting ID 294 796 429 452, Passcode qktssp; or dial in by phone +1 564-999-

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-139. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 504-26 WAC, Standards of conduct for students. Hearing Location(s): On October 8, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Join Zoom meeting from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android https://wsu.zoom.us/j/95469684029?pwd=9XJMnXCfYasJ1mIQEaTR8EhX6FJobw.1&from=addon , Meeting ID 954 6968 4029, Passcode 461531; or join by telephone: In the US +1 253 215 8782 or +1 669 900 9128 or +1 646 558 8

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: High voltage lines and equipment — Automated external defibrillators (AED); WAC 296-32-22515 First aid, and 296-45-125 Medical services and first aid. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of this expedited proposal is to implement the requirements of HB 1542, chapter 253, Laws of 2023, codified as RCW 49.17.510 . The department of labor and industries (L&I) will be adding the req

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Labor standards for adult entertainment establishments; creating new sections in chapter 296-128 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On October 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 12806 Gateway Drive South, Tukwila, WA 98168. A prehearing overview will begin at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will start at 11:00 a.m. and will continue until all oral co

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-06-013. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating WAC 194-26-020 to decrease the average available greenhouse gas emissions output for the emissions performance standard. Hearing Location(s): On October 8, 2024, at 10 a.m., via Zoom meeting. This hearing will be virtual only. Please check the emissions performance standard (EPS) web page for meeting information https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/en

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-16A-100 Senior citizen, persons with disabilities, and veterans with disabilities exemption—Definitions, 458-16A-120 Senior citizen, persons with disabilities, and veterans with disabilities exemption—Determining combined disposable income, 458-18-010 Deferral of special assessments and/or property taxes—Definitions, and 458-18A-010 Deferral of special assessments and/or property taxes—Definitions. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipat

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-18-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-60B-0015 What definitions apply to this chapter?, 388-60B-0025 What is the purpose of this chapter?, 388-60B-0105 Application process — How must a program apply for certification or recertification to provide domestic violence assessments or intervention treatment services?, 388-60B-0110 Re

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-02-200 Business licensing service — Applications, licenses, renewals — Fees. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) is amending the rule to replace the term "city's license endorsement" with "local government's business license endorsement" in WAC 458-02-200 to reflect the changes from SB 5897, chapter 270, Laws of 2024, as codified under RCW 19.0

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-09-063. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Monetary penalties and appeals; chapter 296-900 WAC, Administrative rules. Hearing Location(s): On October 9, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., virtual and telephonic hearing. Join electronically https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84561146952?pwd=TOg0gp7W5v0nfrAmT6jxGxSYmjSsyZ.1 ; or join by phone (audio only) 253-215-8782, Meeting ID 845 6114 6952, Passcode 9309637529. A prehearing overvie

Supplemental notice to WSR 24-07-106. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-17-094. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: General provisions for opioid prescribing and tapering rules for allopathic physicians and physician assistants. The Washington medical commission (commission) is proposing amendments to the commission's opioid prescribing rules to exclude patients with sickle cell disease, to clarify tapering considerations and, in this supplemental, to clarify the

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-141. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-492-0070 How are my WASHCAP food benefits calculated? Hearing Location(s): On October 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Microsoft Teams or call in. See the DSHS website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-and-public-hearings for the most current information. Date of Inte

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-532-001 Reproductive health services — Definitions, and 182-532-510 Family planning only programs — Eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On October 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must register in advance https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 326-20 WAC; WAC 326-20-010, 326-20-047, 326-20-048, 326-20-049, 326-20-050, 326-20-055, 326-20-060, 326-20-080, 326-20-094, 326-20-099, and 326-20-150. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The office of minority and women's business enterprises (OMWBE) is the sole certifying agency for small minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged business enterprises. OMWBE has

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-57-135 Washington estate tax return to be filed — Penalty for late filing — Interest on late payments — Waiver or cancellation of penalty — Application of payment. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (DOR) intends to amend WAC 458-57-135 to recognize 2024 legislation (HB 1867), which eliminates the estate tax filing requirement for certain estates involving

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-19-070 Five dollars and ninety cents statutory aggregate dollar rate limit calculation, and 458-19-075 Constitutional one percent limit calculation. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) is amending WAC 458-19-070 and 458-19-075 to incorporate 2024 legislation, SHB 2348. This legislation created a stand-alone hospital levy in addition to the coun

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-19-029. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Military spouse temporary practice permits; WAC 246-918-076 (physician assistants) and 246-919-397 (physicians) How to obtain a temporary practice permit — Military spouse proposed updates to incorporate RCW 18.340.020 . Hearing Location(s): On October 11, 2024, at 9:15 a.m., virtual. Register for this virtual meeting to be held via Teams https://tinyurl.com/ycxn37ve ; o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-124. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-449-0080 Sequential evaluation process step IV—How does the department evaluate if I am able to perform relevant past work? Hearing Location(s): On October 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Microsoft Teams or call in. See the DSHS website https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-06-033. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Licensed optometrist continuing education (CE) and licensure requirements — Reducing barriers. In order to comply with section 8 of 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), codified as RCW 18.130.077 , and reduce barriers for optometrists to enter and remain in the health care workforce, the board of optometry (board) is proposing to remove the jurisprudence (JP) exam requ

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-043. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Changing the scope of practice for optometrists. The board of optometry (board) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-851-400, 246-851-410, 246-851-570 through 246-851-600; and establishing new WAC 246-851-515 to implement SSB 5389 (chapter 400, Laws of 2023), which expands the optometrist scope of practice to include certain advanced procedures and establishes requirements

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-06-083. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Respiratory care practitioner licensure and endorsement and temporary permits; reducing barriers. The department of health (department) is proposing rule amendments to implement section 8 of 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), codified as RCW 18.130.077 , to reduce barriers to entering and remaining in the respiratory care practitioner (RCP) workforce and to streamlin

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-01-099. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Removing licensure barriers for occupational therapy (OT) profession and amending code of ethics sections. The occupational therapy practice board (board) is proposing rule amendments to implement section 8 of 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), codified as RCW 18.130.077 , to lower barriers to entering and remaining in the OT workforce and to streamline and shorten t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-09-014. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Removing licensure barriers for genetic counselors and updating rules to align with recent legislation. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-825-080 to comply with RCW 18.130.077 . Hearing Location(s): On October 16, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., at the Washington State Department of Health, Town Center 2, Room 166/167, 111 Israel Road S.E., Tum

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 14-14-053 [24-14-053]. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Early learning division (ELD) child care subsidy is revising WAC 110-15-0005 Eligibility, 110-15-0045 Approved activities for applicants and consumers not participating in WorkFirst, 110-15-0065 Calculation of income, and 110-15-0075 Determining income eligibility and copayment amounts. Hearing Location(s): On September 24, 2024, telephonic. Comments can be m

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-138. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Proposed new WAC 468-30-130 Transfer, lease, disposal of public property for affordable housing. Hearing Location(s): On October 2, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., virtual hearing in Microsoft Teams https://bit.ly/WAC_468-30-130_10-02-24. To join the hearing, please use the web address shown for the location or dial in by phone +1-206-531-0324,,956920994# United States, Seattle, 206

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-19-045 Removal of limit (lid lift). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) is implementing HB 2044 (2024) by removing now obsolete requirements which addressed the supplanting of existing funds. Reasons Supporting Proposal: HB 2044 (2024) removed language previously existing in RCW 84.55.050 (2)(b) which contained statutory requirements for the su

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-252 Hazardous substance tax. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) is amending the expiration date for the exemption for certain agricultural crop protection products in RCW 82.21.040 (5)(a), as required per HB 2454 (2024). Reasons Supporting Proposal: The proposed amendments are necessary to conform the rule to HB 2454 (2024), which establish

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-16-560 Housing for qualifying households. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) intends to amend WAC 458-16-560 to incorporate changes enacted pursuant to SSB 5386 (2023) and SHB 2012 (2024). Specifically, these update subsections (4)(iii)-(iv) and add new subsection (4)(vi). Reasons Supporting Proposal: The proposed amendments are necessary to c

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-15-103. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Highline College updated sex-based discrimination policy in student conduct code to be compliant with federal Title IX regulations. Hearing Location(s): On October 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., via Zoom https://highline.zoom.us/j/88056919070 . Located virtually for accessibility. Date of Intended Adoption: October 4, 2024. Submit Written Comments to: Isabelle Wroblewski, 2400 S

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend Regulation I, Sections 3.11 (Civil Penalties) and 3.25 (Federal Regulation Reference Date). Hearing Location(s): On September 26, 2024, at 8:45 a.m. Join Zoom meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9128500665?pwd=dGhUdnU2Q0gzdHQxbTNTM0lNbllMUT09 , Meeting ID 912 850 0665, Passcode 1904; or call in 888 788 0099 US Toll-free; or in person at the Puget Sound Clean Air Agen

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-123. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-17A WAC, Classifications for Washington workers' compensation insurance. Hearing Location(s): On September 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Join Zoom meeting at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/4283482697?omn=88907697700 , Meeting ID 428 348 2697; or join by phone (audio only) 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma), Meeting ID 898 4617 4265, Passcode 425312916. Find your local number h

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-032. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Implementing chapter 319, Laws of 2024, flexible and part-time work for general and limited authority Washington peace officers. Hearing Location(s): On September 24, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., online via Microsoft Teams, link is available on https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 236 925 888 860, Passcode CAvyKW; or phone 833-322-1218, Code 1