Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-083. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-56 WAC, Adoption and amendment of the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504, Room #2208; and On June 12, 2026, [10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.], at 2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Room #109. Date of Intended Adoption: August 28, 2026. Submit Writ

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-06-081. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 468-420 WAC, Event signs, banners, and decorations. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., virtual hearing in Microsoft Teams at https://bit.ly/WAC-468-420-June-10-2026; or dial in by phone at +1 206-531-0324,,164651386# for United States, Seattle, Conference ID is 164 651 386#. Find a local number at https://dialin.teams.microsoft.com/039e7852-bef4

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-06-079. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 468-410 WAC, Special highway uses—Special events within highway right-of-way. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., virtual hearing in Microsoft Teams at https://bit.ly/WAC-468-410-June-9-2026 ; or dial in by phone at +1 206-531-0324,,377364105# for United States, Seattle, Conference ID 377 364 105#. Find a local number at https://dialin.teams.micro

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Clarifying and updating the hydraulic code in chapter 220-660 WAC. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of this rule project is to update and clarify sections of the hydraulic code in chapter 220-660 WAC. This rule project corrects the rule language that is incorrect or no longer current. The proposed changes also clarify rule language without affecting the meaning of these rules

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-51 WAC, Adoption and amendment of the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC). Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504, Room #2208; and on June 12, 2026, [10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,] at 2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Room #109. Date of Intended Adoption: August 28, 20

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-128. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-52 WAC, Adoption and amendment of the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504, Room #2208; and On June 12, 2026, [10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,] at 2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Room #10

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-130. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-54A WAC, Adoption and amendment of the 2024 International Fire Code (IFC). Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504, Room #2208; and On June 12, 2026, [10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.], at 2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Room #109. Date of Intended Adoption: August 28, 2026. Su

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-127. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-50 WAC, Adoption and amendment of the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) and 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC). Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504 Room #2208; and On June 12, 2026, [10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,] at 2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Ro

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 392-190 WAC, regarding nondiscrimination and equal educational opportunity. Hearing Location(s): On June 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.; on June 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.; and on June 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.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 pag

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-06-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 296-15-223 Self-insurance administrative assessment. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., via virtual hearing at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/04db2e84-c8a6-4228-a02a-43bae0a39741@11d0e217-264e-400a-8ba0-57dcc127d72d . The hearing will begin at 1:00 p.m. and will continue until all oral comments are received. Date of Intended Adoption: A

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-065. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 139-12-020 Definitions, and 139-12-030 Independent investigations. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Commission Room, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Date of Intended Adoption: June 10, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Lacey Ledford, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148, emai

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-029. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 139-12-010 Purpose. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Commission Room, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Date of Intended Adoption: June 10, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Lacey Ledford, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148, email Lacey.Ledford@cjtc.wa.gov , beginning May 5,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-003. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Filing of documents for hearings and terms of suspension and retraining. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Commission Room, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Date of Intended Adoption: June 10, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Lacey Ledford, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148, em

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-16-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 478-276 WAC, Governing access to public records. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 10:00 [a.m.], University of Washington (university), 1704 N.E. Grant Lane, Gerberding Hall, #142, Seattle, WA. Date of Intended Adoption: June 12, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Barbara Lechtanski, Director and Rules Coordinator, University Policy and Rules Office, Box 35

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-079. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 468-15 WAC, Small works roster contracting process for Washington state ferries vessels. Hearing Location(s): On June 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., virtual hearing in Microsoft Teams at https://bit.ly/WAC-468-15-June-11-2026 ; or phone +1 206-531-0324,,389683355# for United States, Seattle, Conference ID is 389 683 355#. Find a local number at https://dialin.teams.micr

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-16-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 478-140 WAC, Rules and regulations for the University of Washington governing student education records. Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 10:00 [a.m.], at University of Washington (University), 1704 N.E. Grant Lane, Gerberding Hall #142, Seattle, WA. Date of Intended Adoption: June 12, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Barbara Lechtanski, Director and Rul

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-018. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing amendments to WAC 388-424-0006 Citizenship and alien status — Date of entry, and 388-424-0020 How does my alien status impact my eligibility for federally funded basic food benefits? Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the DSHS website at https://www.dshs

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-03-013. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing amendments to WAC 388-472-0040 What are the department's responsibilities in giving NSA services to me? Hearing Location(s): On June 9, 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 current infor

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-011. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections are being amended: WAC 182-30-050 What are the requirements regarding premium surcharges?, 182-30-060 How do school employees benefits board (SEBB) organizations and contracted vendors correct enrollment errors?, 182-30-070 The employer contribution is set by the health care authority (HCA) and paid to the HCA for all eligible school employees, 182

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-010. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections are being amended: WAC 182-08-196 What happens if my health plan becomes unavailable?, 182-12-205 May a retiree or a survivor defer enrollment or voluntarily terminate enrollment under public employees benefits board (PEBB) retiree insurance coverage?, 182-12-250 Public employees benefits board (PEBB) insurance coverage eligibility for survivors of

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-009. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections are being amended: WAC 182-08-180 Premium payments and premium refunds, 182-08-185 What are the requirements regarding premium surcharges?, 182-08-187 How do employing agencies and contracted vendors correct enrollment errors and is there a limit on retroactive enrollment?, 182-08-190 The employer contribution is set by the health care authority (H

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Update open meetings, public records, conflicts of interest, administrative procedure rules, and land use ordinance. Hearing Location(s): On July 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom. Register online at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w8lz1iDRSXmvEOnyZ_1UMA . The hearing time shown is the beginning of the Columbia River Gorge Commission (commission) meeting. The

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 67-25-009 Definitions, 67-25-283 Eligibility — Criteria for categorization of significance of disability, 67-65-193 Eligibility — Order of selection, and 67-25-290 Vocational rehabilitation services — Preemployment transition for students. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Clarifying existing WAC 67-25-183 and 67-25-193, which detail the process of creating a waitlist for services whe

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-12-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-145 WAC, Behavioral health preadmission screening and resident review (PASRR) for serious mental illness. 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 advance at

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-150-100 Employer-initiated layoffs or reductions in force. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 192-150-100 Employer-initiated layoffs or reductions in force, addresses an individual's ability to qualify for benefits when they separate from employment due to their employer initiating a layoff or reduction in force. HB 2264 (2026) adds a new section to chapter 50.20 RCW that codif

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Office of radiation protection contact information, WAC 246-222-080 and 246-243-205. The department of health (department) is proposing to remove incorrect or unnecessary contact information from WAC 246-222-080 and 246-243-205. This proposal also makes clarifying and editorial amendments without changing the rules' effect and aligns the rules with the code reviser's 202

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-17-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-460-160 Documentation requirements for exceptions to RCW 49.45.020 Notice requirement. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/85911239278?pwd=Lu24Gmn1Y9jj2Nn3RX2KHoHxiuFgO3.1 , Meeting ID 859 1123 9278, Passcode 962086; or One-tap mobile +13092053325,,85911239278#,,,,*962086# US, +13126266799,,85911239278#,,,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Washington certified prescribed burn manager program. The department of natural resources is adopting rules to create the prescribed burn manager certification program, set periodic renewal criteria, establish a decertification process for certified prescribed burn managers who commit a violation under this chapter or rules adopted under this chapter, and establish equiv

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 478-116-335 parking and traffic rules of the University of Washington (UW), Seattle; WAC 478-117-310 parking and traffic rules of the University of Washington, Bothell; and WAC 478-118-410 parking and traffic rules of the University of Washington, Tacoma. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of the proposed rule is to amend it to conform with RCW 28B.10.293 , which prohibits

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 Expedited legislative implementation (EHB 2681 Modifying cannabis producer, processor, and retailer license fees); amending WAC 314-55-075, 314-55-077, and 314-55-079 to align with new statutory changes. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: EHB 2681, effective June 11, 2026, amended RCW 69.50.325 to increase cannabis producer, cannabis processor, and cannabis retailer fees. WAC 314-55-0

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 Expedited legislative implementation (ESHB 2476 Modifying the spirits, beer, and wine theater license); amending WAC 314-02-087 to align with new statutory changes. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: ESHB 2476, effective June 11, 2026, amended RCW 66.24.655 to increase the maximum number of seats a theater can have to qualify for a spirits/beer/wine license from 120 to 200; and adds n

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 Expedited legislative implementation (HB 1526 Modifying the snack bar license); amending WAC 314-02-065 to align with new statutory changes. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: HB 1526, effective June 11, 2026, amended RCW 66.24.350 to allow snack bars to serve wine by the glass in addition to beer by the opened bottle or can. WAC 314-02-065 currently does not permit snack bars to serv

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 Clarifying licensing rules in chapter 220-220 WAC. The department of fish and wildlife (department) is seeking changes to recreational licensing rules due to the passage of SSB 5583 in the 2025 legislative session. These changes will remove the expired fee sections in WAC 220-220-060 and 220-220-093, as well as add clarifying language to the fee section in WAC 220-220-093. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Cha

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-05-029. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Repeal and replace WAC 148-276-090 Costs of providing copies of public records; and amend WAC 148-276-030 to current email address for public records officer. Hearing Location(s): On June 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at 611 Grand Boulevard, Bilyeu Conference Room 150, Vancouver, WA 98661; or via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/92179974739?from=addon . Date of Intended Adoption: Ju

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-21-062. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Adding new chapter 192-901 WAC, Program administration: WAC 192-901-001 Purpose and scope; and chapter 192-916 WAC, Out-of-state participation: WAC 192-916-005 How can an individual continue participating if they move out of Washington state?, 192-916-010 What happens after an individual applies for out-of-state participation?, 192-916-015 Reporting and premium payment r

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-06-089. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-40-660 Timber excise tax — Stumpage value tables — Stumpage value adjustments. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2026, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., internet/phone via Zoom. Please contact Cathy Holder at CathyH@dor.wa.gov or Barbara Imperio at BarbaraI@dor.wa.gov for login/dial-in information. Date of Intended Adoption: June 22, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Tiffany

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-05-003. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Smoking. Hearing Location(s): On May 26, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., via Teams at https://tinyurl.com/3dsjymst . Date of Intended Adoption: June 10, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Danielle Evans, 9401 Farwest Drive S.W., Lakewood, WA 98498, email devans@pierce.ctc.edu , by May 26, 2026. Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact access and disability services, phone 25

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-12-025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The proposal adds and amends sections in chapter 388-78A WAC, Assisted living facility rules, related to E2SSB 5337, chapter 187, Laws of 2025, Assisted living facilities (ALF) memory care services. Hearing Location(s): On June 23, 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.g

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-21-067. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 392-172A WAC, Provision of special education services; and WAC 392-140-600 through 392-140-685, state special education safety net funding. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.; and on June 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., virtually via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on the office of superintendent of public instruction (O

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-18-046. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Pharmacy registration for mobile opioid treatment program units. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to researcher and other controlled substance registration rules, WAC 246-945-060 and 246-945-250, to add registration exemptions for mobile opioid treatment program (OTP) units and amend facility requirements for other controlled

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Housekeeping updates. Chapter 296-78 WAC, Safety standards for sawmills and woodworking operations; chapter 296-115 WAC, Safety requirements for charter boats; chapter 296-801 WAC, Protecting temporary workers; chapter 296-809 WAC, Confined spaces; chapter 296-828 WAC, Hazardous chemicals in laboratories; chapter 296-856 WAC, Formaldehyde; and chapter 296-874 WAC, Scaffolds. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Change

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Continuing education (CE) certification requirements for osteopathic physicians. The board of osteopathic medicine and surgery (board) is proposing an amendment to WAC 246-853-080 to update the osteopathic physician CE requirements. The board is proposing to include an additional pathway allowing licensed osteopathic physicians to meet CE requirements by participating in

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Commercial shellfish fees. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to the fees in WAC 246-282-990 to align with the 2026 supplemental operating budget, ESSB 5998 (chapter 268, Laws of 2026), that establishes limits on commercial shellfish fees for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Register in advance for

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-19-045. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 246-90 WAC, Clarifying tribal representation and timelines for modifying local board of health (LBOH) membership. The Washington state board of health (board) is proposing updates to its LBOH composition rules to establish timelines for modifying LBOH membership. This rule making is required by the legislature under ESHB 1946. Hearing Location(s): On June 4, 2026

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-248 Sales of precious metal bullion and monetized bullion. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (DOR) intends to amend WAC 458-20-248 to incorporate changes enacted pursuant to ESSB 5794 (2025), repealing RCW 82.04.062 "Sale at wholesale," "sale at retail" excludes sale of precious metal bullion and monetized bullion. Reasons Supporting Proposal: The upda

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 352-32 WAC, Public use of state park areas: WAC 352-32-251(3), limited income senior citizen, disability, and disabled veteran passes. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 352-32-251(3), remove waived reservation fee from lifetime disabled veteran pass benefit, as required by RCW 79A.05.065 . Reasons Supporting Proposal: SB [ESSB] 5390, passed in 2025, amended RCW 79A.05.065 , re

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 352-40 WAC, Public records: WAC 352-40-010 What is the purpose of this chapter?, 352-40-030 When and where can I access parks' public records?, 352-40-040 How is the agency organized and how is it operated?, 352-40-060 Who do I contact to request parks' public records?, 352-40-080 How do I request copies of state parks public records?, 352-40-090 Will I have to pay to inspect or get copies of state parks' public records?, 352-40-110 What c