Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-055. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-02-060 Making a request for public records and 192-02-130 Denials of requests. Hearing Location(s): On September 28, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. PST, via Zoom, Meeting ID 832 5819 3394, Passcode 965187; or call in +12532050468,,83258193394#,,,,*965187# US, +12532158782,,83258193394#,,,,*965187# US (Tacoma). Join Zoom meeting https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/83258193394?pwd=WU

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-2900 Payment limits — Inpatient hospital services, 182-550-3800 Rebasing, 182-550-3830 Adjustments to inpatient rates, 182-550-4500 Payment method — Ratio of costs-to-charges (RCC), 182-550-7200 OPPS — Billing requirements and payment method, 182-550-7550 OPPS payment enhancements, 182-550-8000 Hospital safety net program (HSNP) — Purpose, and 182-550-8100 As

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-062. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) proposes amending WAC 388-436-0050 Determining financial need and benefit amount for CEAP, 388-478-0020 Payment standards for TANF, SFA, and RCA, 388-478-0027 What is the payment standard for pregnant women assistance (PWA)?, 388-478-0033 What are the payment standards for aged, blind, or disabled (ABD) cash assistance?

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 19-24-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-21 WAC, Reimbursement policies: Psychiatric services, biofeedback, physical medicine; WAC 296-21-270 Mental health services. Hearing Location(s): On September 7, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., Zoom meeting 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.zoom.us/u/kdFr

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-23-005. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for respiratory care practitioners under chapter 246-928 WAC, Respiratory care practitioners. The department of health (department) proposes amending WAC 246-928-442 and creating new WAC 246-928-445 to establish health equity CE requirements and implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Additionally, the department proposes

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Washington state liquor and cannabis board (LCB) proposes amendments to existing rules to implement ESHB 1731 (chapter 257, Laws of 2023): Amending WAC 314-24-180 Wine distributors, wine importers — Certain rights granted and 314-24-190 Wine suppliers and distributors. Hearing Location(s): On September 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. All public board activity will be held in a "

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-17-082. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-513-1625 Tailored supports for older adults (TSOA) — Applications, 182-513-1635 Tailored supports for older adults (TSOA) — Income eligibility, and 182-513-1640 Tailored supports for older adults (TSOA) — Resource eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On September 5, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physica

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-12-083 [23-12-083]. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-23801 Watercraft excise tax — Watercraft depreciation schedule. Hearing Location(s): On September 5, 2022 [2023], at 10:00 a.m. This meeting will be conducted over the internet/telephone. In-person option also available. Contact Cathy Holder at CathyH@dor.wa.gov for dial-in/login information. To attend in person, contact CathyH@dor.wa.gov by August

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 132D-150-050(9), hazing. Hearing Location(s): On September 5, 2023, at 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., https://skagitvalleycollege.zoom.us/j/2889345409 . Date of Intended Adoption: September 6, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Sandy Jordan, 2405 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, email sandy.jordan@skagit.edu , fax 360-416-7773, by September 1, 2023. Assistance for Persons

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-106. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Qualified sports teams. Hearing Location(s): On September 14, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., at the Washington State Gambling Commission, 4565 7th Avenue S.E., Lacey, WA 98503. The meeting time and location will be posted approximately one week prior to the meeting on our website at www.wsgc.wa.gov . Select "The Commission" and then select "Public Meetings" to confirm the hearing d

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-105. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 230-10-460, regarding shared bingo facilities, needs to be amended to bring it into alignment with amendments made to RCW 9.46.0205 in the most recent legislative session. Hearing Location(s): On September 14, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., at the Washington State Gambling Commission, 4565 7th Avenue S.E., Lacey, WA 98503. The meeting time and location are tentative. Visit our

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-03-070. Hearing Location(s): On September 14, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., at the Washington State Gambling Commission, 4565 7th Avenue S.E., Lacey, WA 98503. The meeting time and location will be posted approximately one week prior to the meeting on our website at www.wsgc.wa.gov . Select "The Commission" and then select "Public Meetings" to confirm the hearing date, location, start time, and agenda items. Date of Intended Adoption: S

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-23-003. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for certified counselors and certified advisers under chapter 246-810 WAC, Counselors. The department of health (department) is proposing to amend WAC 246-810-027 and 246-810-0298 and create new WAC 246-810-0299 to establish health equity CE requirements and implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Additionally, proposed am

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-046. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 4-30-010 Definitions, 4-30-020 What are the authority for and the purpose of the Board's rules?, 4-30-028 Rules governing the formal adjudicative proceedings and the brief adjudicative proceedings before the board, 4-30-030 What are the requirements for communicating with the board and staff?, 4-30-032 Do I need to notify the board if I change my address?, 4-30-034 M

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-065. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 4-30-062 Applying to take the CPA examination. Hearing Location(s): On October 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Capital Event Center, 6005 Tyee Drive S.W., Tumwater, WA 98512; or Microsoft Teams meeting. The link to join the meeting will be available on the board of accountancy's (board) website approximately two weeks before the hearing date at https://acb.wa.gov/next-boa

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-056 [23-13-036]. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 4-30-056 Form of organization and name. Hearing Location(s): On October 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Capital Event Center, 6005 Tyee Drive S.W., Tumwater, WA 98512; or Microsoft Teams meeting. The link to join the meeting will be available on the board of accountancy's website approximately two weeks before the hearing date at https://acb.wa.gov/next-board-

Continuance of WSR 23-15-107. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-076. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for optometrists. The board of optometry (board) is proposing new WAC 246-851-225 to establish health equity CE to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws 2021). Hearing Location(s): On September 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries, 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Room S119, Tumwater, WA 98501; or

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Factory assembled structures (FAS) rules: WAC 296-150C-3000 Commercial coach fees, 296-150F-3000 Factory-built housing and commercial structure fees, 296-150I-3000 Penalties, fees, and refunds, 296-150M-3000 Manufactured/mobile home fees, 296-150P-3000 Recreational park trailer fees, 296-150R-3000 Recreational vehicle fees, 296-150T-3000 Factory-built temporary worker ho

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 220-460 WAC, Commercial whale watching. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The Washington state legislature adopted ESSB 5371 in the 2023 legislative session. The bill changes the commercial whale watching license structure: It defines a paddle tour business license and separates the licensing of paddle tour businesses and guides from commercial watching businesses (where they were

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-24-102. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The board of optometry (board) is proposing several rule changes regarding the variety of course types and adjusting hourly limits for continuing education (CE) for licensed optometrists in WAC 246-851-090, 246-851-125, 246-851-140, 246-851-150, 246-851-155, 246-851-170, and 246-851-230. Hearing Location(s): On September 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Labor and Industries, 72

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 17-17-089. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-817-701 through 246-817-790 for administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures. The dental quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing rule amendments to establish new and update requirements for the administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures. Hearing Location(s): On September 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Olympia Parks, Arts and

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-823-1095 What are a person's rights as a DDA client or eligible person?, and 388-823-1096 What requirements must a home or community-based service setting meet? Hearing Location(s): On September 5, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual via Microsoft Teams or call in. Hearings are being held virtually. Please see the department of social and health services (DSHS) website

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-10-069. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for osteopathic physicians. WAC 246-853-075 Health equity continuing education training requirements. The board of osteopathic medicine and surgery (board) is proposing a new section of rule to establish health equity CE requirements to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Hearing Location(s): On September 15, 2023, at

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-14-009. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Ballot signature verification. Hearing Location(s): On December 8, 2023, at 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., at Washington Secretary of State, Legislative Building, 416 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W., Olympia, WA 98504-0220. The hearing will be conducted using Microsoft Teams. To join the hearing, a person can phone 1-206-899-2560 and enter the conference ID 160 989 358#. People will be able t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-048. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Physician health monitoring programs for substance use disorders of veterinarian professions. WAC 246-933-601 through 246-933-630 physician health monitoring. The veterinary board of governors (board) is proposing rule amendments to the physician health substance use disorder monitoring program to update language changes made by SSB 5496 (chapter 43, Laws of 2022). Heari

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-045. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for the veterinarian and veterinary technician profession; WAC 246-933-437 Veterinarian health equity continuing education training requirements, and 246-935-307 Veterinary technician health equity continuing education training requirements. The veterinary board of governors (board) is proposing new sections for licensed veterinari

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-16-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 363-116-078 Training program. Hearing Location(s): On September 21, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at 2901 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Agate Conference Room, Seattle, WA 98121; and via [Microsoft] Teams. Contact Jaimie Bever for [Microsoft] Teams link to join the meeting virtually or to call in. Date of Intended Adoption: September 21, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Jaimie Bev

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-046. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating rules about the health profession monitoring program for the optometry profession, WAC 246-851-440 through 246-851-470. The board of optometry (board) is proposing amendments to update terms and make technical corrections regarding the health professional monitoring program terminology to update language changes made by SSB 5496 (chapter 43, Laws of 2022). Heari

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-17-123. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Increasing access to medications used for the treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD) or its symptoms using remote dispensing sites. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing a new section in chapter 246-945 WAC for the implementation of SSB 6086 (chapter 244, Laws of 2020), an act relating to increasing access to medications for OUD. Creating ne

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-113. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, WAC 246-945-178 and 246-945-220. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-945-178 and 246-945-220 to establish health equity CE requirements to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Hearing Location(s): On October 19, 2023, at 10:3

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-10-031. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Including limited authority officers, who have the powers to arrest and carry a firearm, under the authority of peace officer certification processes, procedures, and rules. This filing also includes general updates to the impacted WAC chapters. Hearing Location(s): On September 13, 2023, at 10 a.m., at 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Date of Intended Adoption:

Continuance of WSR 23-10-028. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-04-053. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Medical examiner, coroner, and medicolegal investigator training and certification through the Washington state criminal justice training commission. Hearing Location(s): On September 13, 2023, at 10 a.m., at 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148. Date of Intended Adoption: September 13, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Derek Zable, 19010 1st Avenue Sout

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-10-081 on May 2, 2023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending coastal and Puget Sound recreational and commercial fixed gear fishery and implementing electronic monitoring for the coastal commercial Dungeness crab fishery. Hearing Location(s): On September 28-30, 2023, at 8:00 a.m., at the Yakima Convention Center, 10 North 8th Street, Yakima, WA 98901; in person and online. Visit our website at https://wdfw

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) Regulations: Rule 1.11 Federal Regulation Reference Date and Rule 1.12 State Regulations Reference Date. Hearing Location(s): On September 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at ORCAA, 2940 Limited Lane N.W., Olympia, WA 98502. In addition to attending the hearing in person, remote participation via Zoom is also an option. Please see our webs

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-007. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-78A-100 Existing approved programs. Hearing Location(s): On September 28, 2023, at 8 a.m., in Spokane, 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 https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-us/board-meetings/ . Date of Intended

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-015. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-82A-210 and 181-82A-212, specialty endorsement policy. Hearing Location(s): On September 28, 2023, at 8 a.m., in Spokane, 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 https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-us/board-meetings/

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 352-40-030 When and Where can I access state parks' public records? and 352-40-060 Who do I contact to request state parks' public records? Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In WAC 352-40-030, parks and recreation commission (parks) is removing a phone number that was listed for parks' communications office that is no longer active. In WAC 532-40-060 [352-40-060], parks and recreation

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-09-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Roth for deferred compensation program (DCP). Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., virtually through [Microsoft] Teams, https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , ID 289 830 267 574, Passcode 5hkZDA; or dial-in number 833-322-1218, ID 426 127 880#. Date of Intended Adoption: August 25, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner,

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-47-090 Operator licensure for those who conduct cremations, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction, 308-47A-030 Final disposition permit application procedure, and 308-48-180 Renewal of licenses—Funeral directors, embalmers, funeral director interns and embalmer interns. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of licensing is updating WAC to align with current

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-13-097. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Wage equity funding; rules establishing department procedures for reviewing the spending of wage equity funding for nursing facilities. Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual via Microsoft Teams or call in. Please see the department of social and health services (DSHS) website for the most up-to-date information. Date of Intended Adoption: Not ea

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Removing language referencing commercial property insurers and the commissioner's authority to increase the value of mitigation goods and services. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Recent passage of SSB 5720 (2023) amends RCW 48.18.558 and 48.19.530 to no longer exclude commercial property insurers from providing goods and services intended to reduce the probability of loss as part of an

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-076. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for optometrists. The board of optometry (board) is proposing new WAC 246-851-225 to establish health equity CE to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Hearing Location(s): On September 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Olympia City Center, 222 Columbia Street N.W., Room 100, Olympia, WA 98501; or virtual meeting https://t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-070. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 332-120-060 and 332-120-070; monument preservation clarification of process and revision of existing requirements for creating a public record. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Tumwater Compound, 801 88th Avenue S.E., Conference Room, Tumwater, WA 98501-7019. Date of Intended Adoption: August 30, 2023

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-033. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 110-745-0020 Notification to juvenile, 110-745-0030 Composition of board, 110-745-0040 Attendance at hearing, 110-745-0050 Consideration of evidence, and 110-745-0060 Record of decision. Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2023, telephonic. Make oral comments by calling 360-972-5385. Date of Intended Adoption: August 23, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Department of

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-01-170. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to rules about safe medication return to update rules about multiple program operators. The proposed amendments to WAC 246-480-050, 246-480-070, and 246-480-080 ensure a consistent statewide safe medication return system and allow the department to accurately analyze data. Proposed amendments to WAC 246-480-99

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-161. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Relative accuracy statement; requirement for reporting the mathematical analysis method used to achieve a stated accuracy. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Tumwater Compound, 801 88th Avenue S.E., Main Conference Room, Tumwater, WA 98501-7019. Date of Intended Adoption: August 30, 2023. Submit Written C

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-101 on May 19, 2023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department is considering amendments to current recreational fishing seasons and rules for Lake Roosevelt sturgeon. WAC 220-316-010 Sturgeon — Areas, seasons, limits and unlawful acts. Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., Zoom meeting, https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qBoqkc--Rh6KgOj7RwxQWQ . After registering, you will re