Proposals

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-240 WAC, WSDA grain inspection program — Definitions, standards and fees. In response to a requirement set by the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) under Directive 9100.07 issued on July 19, 2023, the Washington state department of agriculture (department) is proposing to amend WAC 16-240-039 by adding clarifying language which identifies Commodity Cooperative Service Agreement Fees

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 139-27-060 Recertification process. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This is to correct an administrative error in the original filing to match the intended changes, as seen in WAC 139-27-050, that was also reduced from 45 hours to 30 hours in relation to the reduced time frame requiring recertification. Reasons Supporting Proposal: This is to correct an administrative error in the o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-18-051. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 139-03-070 and 139-06-070. Hearing Location(s): On December 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Hearing will be held in the auditorium. Date of Intended Adoption: December 13, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Lacey Ledford, 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148, emai

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating reference to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) General Chapters 795 and 797. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing a revision to WAC 246-945-100 Compounding minimum standards, to update the rule to the most recent version of the USP – National Formulary <795> and <797>. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The proposed rule amends WAC 246-945

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-18-220 Refunds — Rate of interest, 458-30-262 Agricultural land valuation — Interest rate — Property tax component, and 458-30-590 Rates of inflation — Publication — Interest rate — Calculation. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) proposes to amend: WAC 458-18-220 to provide the rate of interest for treasury bill auction year 2023, which is use

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-04-044. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132H-108 WAC, Policies and procedures and formal hearing rules for contested case hearings. Amending WAC 132H-108-420, 132H-108-440, and 132H-108-450. Hearing Location(s): On December 5, 2023, at 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., online via Zoom https://bellevuecollege.zoom.us/j/86393796324?pwd=Y3dqL0dhNnNXSWJVZHdIWm9CTzJ2dz09, Meeting ID 863 9379 6324, Passcode 853624. Date of

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-124 Restaurants, cocktail bars, taverns and similar businesses and 458-20-119 Sales by caterers and food service contractors. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: To update the rules to incorporate SHB 1431's retail sales tax exemption for food, drink, or meals provided by senior living communities. Reasons Supporting Proposal: To reflect change in law. Statutory Authority for Ado

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-168 Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult family homes, and similar health care facilities and 458-20-244 Food and food ingredients. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue intends to update and amend WAC 458-20-168 and 458-20-244 to recognize recent legislation, SHB 1431 (2023). Reasons Supporting Proposal: The proposed changes to WAC

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-040. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-823-0600 How do I show that I have another neurological or other condition similar to intellectual disability?, 388-823-0610 If I have another neurological or other condition similar to intellectual disability, how do I meet the definition of substantial functional limitations?, 388-823-1005 When does my eligibility as a DDA client expire?, and 388-823-1010 When

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-035. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-845-0045 When there is capacity to add people to a waiver, how does DDA determine who will be enrolled?, 388-845-1105 Who is a qualified provider of stabilization services - crisis diversion bed?, 388-845-1505 Who are qualified providers of residential habilitation services for the core waiver?, and 388-845-3062 Who is required to sign the person-centered service

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-17-039. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-40-540 Forest land values — 2023 and 458-40-660 Timber excise tax — Stumpage value tables — Stumpage value adjustments. Hearing Location(s): On November 29, 2023, at 9 a.m., internet/phone via Zoom. Please contact Cathy Holder at CathyH@dor.wa.gov for login/dial-in information. Date of Intended Adoption: December 8, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Tiffany Do, P

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-041. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-11C WAC, amendment of the 2021 Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), Commercial. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Yakima City Council Chambers, 129 North 2nd Street, Yakima, WA 98901; and on November 22, 2023, at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at DES Presentation Room (1213), 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504. The meetings may b

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-042. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-11R WAC, Amendment of the 2021 Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), Residential Provisions. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Yakima City Council Chambers, 129 North 2nd Street, Yakima, WA 98901; and on November 22, 2023, at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at DES Presentation Room (1213), 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98504. The me

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-23-136. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending and establishing new sections in chapter 194-50 WAC to implement 2022 legislation (SSB 5722, chapter 177, Laws of 2022) directing the department of commerce (commerce) to adopt a state energy management and benchmarking requirement for "tier 2 covered buildings" as authorized in RCW 19.27A.250 and 19.27A.210 . Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 10:00

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-137. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Implementation of ESSB 5122 (2011-12), ESHB 1222 (2023-24), E2SHB 1357 (2023-24), SB 5036 (2023-24), SB 5066 (2023-24), SB 5242 (2023-24), SSB 5396 (2023-24), and other related legislation incorporated as consolidated health care rule making. Hearing Location(s): On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., virtually via Zoom. Please see this website for the links and re

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-151. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-100-005 Definitions, 308-100-033 Minimum training requirements, 308-100-035 Employer certification, 308-100-040 Examination requirement for commercial driver's license, 308-100-050 Examination fees, 308-100-100 Intrastate waiver, 308-100-130 Serious traffic violations, 308-100-180 Third-party testing fee, and the creation of two new WAC to cover retesting and ret

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-17-103. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 110-30-0020 What definitions apply to these rules? and 110-30-0050 Who may receive child protective services? Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, telephonic. Make oral comments by calling 360-972-5385 and leaving a voicemail that includes the comment and an email or physical mailing address where the department of children, youth, and families (DCYF) will send

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 70A.15.2040 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Regulation of the Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA). Hearing Location(s): On December 5, 2023, at 10 a.m., in person at the NWCAA Office, 1600 South 2nd Street, Mount Vernon, WA; or via video and teleconference https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85102305919 , Meeting ID 851 0230 5919, phone 253-215-8782. Date of Intended Adoption: December 14, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Mark Buford, 160

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-147. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-109 WAC, Motorcycle permit and endorsement requirements. Hearing Location(s): On November 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., via Zoom meeting https://dol-wa.zoom.us/j/86155634629?pwd=cYRmbGNG4kWjOanJqalUxNYNGAeVrp.1 , Meeting ID 861 5563 4629, Passcode 235384; One-tap mobile +12532158782,,86155634629#,,,,*235384# US (Tacoma), +12532050468,,86155634629#,,,,*235384# US; o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-007. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Apprenticeship programs for veterinary technicians. The veterinary board of governors (board) is proposing to amend WAC 246-935-060 to clarify that a registered apprenticeship program is an approved post-secondary educational pathway to qualify for licensure exams as a veterinary technician. Hearing Location(s): On December 4, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at the Department of Lab

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-036. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 108-60 WAC, Complaints against charter schools. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 12:00 p.m., via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/3607255511 ; or dial 646-558-8656, Meeting ID 360 725 5511. Date of Intended Adoption: December 14, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Charmaine McCladdie, 1068 Washington Street S.E., email charterschoolinfo@k12.wa.us , by November

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-001. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Title 390 WAC, Public disclosure commission. Chapter 390-20 WAC, making inflationary adjustments for lobbying reporting, amending rules for grass roots (indirect) lobbying, and clarifying miscellaneous lobbying rules. Chapters 390-05, 390-16, and 390-17 WAC, adjusting and clarifying miscellaneous provisions of the campaign finance rules regarding inflationary adjustments

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-22-028. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-100-070 Conditional payments and 192-120-050 Conditional payment of benefits. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. PST, via Zoom, Meeting ID 811 7064 7138, Passcode 849377; or Call in +12532050468,,81170647138#,,,,*849377# US, +12532158782,,81170647138#,,,,*849377# US (Tacoma). Join Zoom meeting https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/81170647138?pwd=aWlu

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-285 Working families tax credit. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) intends to amend WAC 458-20-285 to incorporate the changes made to RCW 82.08.0206 due to 2023 legislation, 2SHB 1477 and SSB 5565. Reasons Supporting Proposal: The department intends to update WAC 458-20-285 to reflect the changes made by the Washington legislature updating

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-116. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Pension discount rate; amending WAC 296-14-8810 Pension tables, pension discount rate and mortality tables in chapter 296-14 WAC, Industrial insurance. Hearing Location(s): On November 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/9361655337 , Meeting ID 936 165 5337; or join by phone 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma). Find your local number https://lni-wa-gov.zo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-15-035. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-52 WAC, Prescription drug affordability board; WAC 182-52-0005 Purpose, 182-52-0010 Definitions, 182-52-0015 Board members, 182-52-0020 Procedures, 182-52-0025 Meetings, 182-52-0030 Advisory groups—Purpose, participation, application process, and operations, 182-52-0035 Review of drug prices, 182-52-0040 Affordability review requirements, 182-52-0045 Drug pub

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-03-112. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 10-16-010 Procedure for complaints regarding improper conduct of an administrative law judge. This proposal explains how any person may write to the office of administrative hearings (OAH) to complain if they believe there was improper conduct of an administrative law judge, and how OAH responds to those complaints. Hearing Location(s): On Monday, November 27, 2023,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Agency organization — Public records, chapter 10-04 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On Monday, November 27, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., virtual via Microsoft Teams or call in. See the office of administrative hearings (OAH) website at https://oah.wa.gov/Content-Area-Management/Rule-Making-Hub/Rulemaking-Activities for the most up-to-date information . Date of Intended Adoption: No so

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-126. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-447-0001 What are the incapacity requirements for referral to the housing and essential needs (HEN) program? and 388-449-0001 What are the disability requirements for the aged, blind, or disabled (ABD) program? Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual via Microsoft

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-17-157. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132L-117 WAC, Parking and traffic regulations. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., at Centralia College campus, Hanson Building Boardrooms. This public hearing is in person only. Date of Intended Adoption: November 21, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Janet Reaume, 600 Centralia College Boulevard, Centralia, 98531, email janet.reaume@

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-06-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Temporary practice permit effective dates for licensed practical nurses (LPN) and registered nurses (RN). The Washington state board of nursing (board) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-840-095 Temporary practice permits, reducing the length of time a temporary practice permit is effective and updating criteria to issue a temporary practice permit in order to align the

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-17-042. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-559-300 Eligibility for community support services. Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, 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/register/WN_F8flPPyoSyqDs-EZHwgrLQ . If the link opens with

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-071. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Conducting risk-based inspections of rail fixed guideway public transportation systems (RFGPTS). Hearing Location(s): On December 15, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Nisqually Conference Room, 310 Maple Park Avenue S.E., 1st Floor Room 1D02, Olympia, WA 98501. Date of Intended Adoption: April 1, 2024. Submit Written Comments to: Molly Hughes, 310 Maple Park Avenue S.E., P.O.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-051. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Expanding overpayment waivers; WAC 192-220-017 Am I required to pay the overpayment?, 192-220-018 Blanket overpayment waivers for federally funded pandemic era benefits, and 192-220-080 How do I obtain a waiver? Hearing Location(s): On November 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom, Meeting ID 811 7064 7138, Passcode 849377, Call in +12532050468,,81170647138#,,,,*849377# US,

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-19-025 Restoration of regular levy, 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 is amending WAC 458-19-025 to incorporate 2023 legislation, HB 1303. Section 8 of this bill explains how a taxing district calculates its levy li

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-16-130 Change in taxable status of real property and 458-16-165 Conditions under which nonprofit organizations, associations, or corporations may obtain a property tax exemption. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department is amending WAC 458-16-130 to incorporate 2023 legislation, HB 1303. Section 2 of this bill explains how the assessor lists and values publicly owned prope

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-116. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-56A-275 Certification of signature and 308-93-470 Certification of signatures. Hearing Location(s): On November 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom meeting https://dol-wa.zoom.us/j/81285681948?pwd=QUFyV2l5eDh0QWZTYzBJRFRSYlZidz09 , Meeting ID 812 8568 1948, Passcode 870613; One-tap mobile +12532050468,,81285681948#,,,,*870613# US, +12532158782,,81285681948#,,,,*8706

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-15-110. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Implementation of SHB 1266 (chapter 27, Laws of 2023). Hearing Location(s): On November 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom meeting. Detailed information for attending the Zoom meeting posted on the office of the insurance commissioner (OIC) website https://www.insurance.wa.gov/implementation-shb-1266-r-2023-01 . Date of Intended Adoption: November 10, 2023. Submit Written C

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-16-138. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health care benefit manager (HCBM) registration. Hearing Location(s): On November 7, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., via Zoom. Detailed information for attending the Zoom meeting posted on the office of the insurance commissioner (OIC) website https://www.insurance.wa.gov/health-care-benefit-manager-registration-r-2023-06 . Date of Intended Adoption: November 13, 2023. Submit Writte

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-03-052. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Substance use disorder professional (SUDP) certification — Reducing barriers for pharmacists and applicants with a national certification. The department of health (department) is proposing amending WAC 246-811-070, 246-811-076, and 246-811-300 in chapter 246-811 WAC, Substance use disorder professionals and substance use disorder professional trainees, to reduce barrier

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-19-058 and 23-03-119. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Nursing home administrator licensing requirements and retired-active license. The board of nursing home administrators (board) is proposing a new rule to create a retired-active license, and proposing amendments to WAC 246-843-071 Application, 246-843-090 Administrator-in-training program, 246-843-130 Continuing education requirements, 246-843-180 Expired l

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-099. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Retirees returning to work. Hearing Location(s): On November 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be conducted through Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 242 711 243 152, Passcode A3Hpvi; or phone 833-322-1218, Code 978 438 716#. Date of Intended Adoption: November 13, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca St

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-038. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-825-335 Is a background check required of a long-term care worker employed by a home care agency licensed by the department of health?, 388-825-615 What type of background check is required?, and 388-825-620 How often must a background check be renewed? Hearing Location(s): On November 7, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via [Microsoft] Teams or call in. Please see

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR [23-01-065]. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapters 47.26 and 47.66 RCW; RCW 47.04.320 and 47.04.325 [chapter 479-10 WAC]. Hearing Location(s): On December 1, 2023, at 9 a.m., in Bellevue, Washington. Held during the transportation improvement board (board) meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: December 1, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Gena Workman, P.O. Box 40901, Olympia, WA 98504-0901, email genaw@tib.wa.g

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) proposes to amend WAC 388-484-0005 There is a five-year (sixty-month) time limit for TANF, SFA, and GA-S cash assistance and 388-484-0006 TANF/SFA time limit extensions. Hearing Location(s): On November 7, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Microsoft Teams or call in. Please see the DSHS website for the most up-to-date

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 296-127-050 Filing of statements of intent to pay prevailing wages and affidavits of wages paid for contracts under two thousand five hundred dollars. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of labor and industries (L&I) is proposing to update the threshold amount in WAC 296-127-050 from the outdated $2,500 threshold used by awarding agencies of the alternate filing procedure

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-15-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Payout of paid sick leave to certain construction workers following separation. Amending and creating new sections in chapter 296-128 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On November 7, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), Room S117, 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501-5414; and on November 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual/telephonic hearing.