Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-05-021 and 23-04-056. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Creating new chapter 246-841A WAC, Nursing assistants. Repealing chapter 246-841 WAC, Nursing assistants; and chapter 246-842 WAC, Nursing assistants — Nursing homes — Nursing assistants training program. The nursing care quality assurance commission (commission) and the department of health (department) are proposing updates to consolidate, clarify, and st

Continuance of WSR 23-13-127. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 17-17-134. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-67 WAC, Safety standards for process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals. Hearing Location(s): On August 16, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., at Majestic Inn & Spa, 419 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221. A prehearing overview will occur one hour prior to the start of the public hearing. The hearing will begin at the indicated time and will co

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-127. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Elevator fee corrections; WAC 296-96-00922, 296-96-01005, 296-96-01010, 296-96-01025, 296-96-01027, 296-96-01030, 296-96-01035, 296-96-01040, 296-96-01045, 296-96-01055, 296-96-01057, 296-96-01060, and 296-96-01065. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., at Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), Tukwila Office, 12806 Gateway Drive South, Tukwila, WA 98

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-18-039. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This rule making would make changes to chapter 173-201A WAC, Water quality standards for surface waters of the state of Washington. We propose adding new WAC 173-201A-332 Table 332—Outstanding resource water designations by water resource inventory area (WRIA); and amending WAC 173-201A-020 Definitions, 173-201A-330 Tier III — Protection of outstanding resource waters (O

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-22-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for chiropractors in WAC 246-808-150. The chiropractic quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to the current rule to establish health equity CE requirements to implement ESSB 5229, and other housekeeping changes. Hearing Location(s): On September 14, 2023, at 9:20 a.m., at Department of Labor and Industri

Supplemental Notice to WSR 23-03-096. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-23-108. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department is proposing to adopt WAC 388-439-0005 What is the pandemic EBT program?, 388-439-0015 General information about pandemic EBT benefits, 388-439-0020 Eligibility for pandemic EBT benefits for children under age six, and 388-439-0025 Eligibility for pandemic EBT benefits during the 2023 summer period. Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-13-094. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Fishway and screening rules; creating new Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) chapter 220-670 WAC to implement chapter 77.57 RCW. Hearing Location(s): On September 28, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Yakima Convention Center, 10 North 8th Street, Yakima, WA 98901. Detailed information about fish and wildlife commission meetings can be found at https://wdfw.wa.gov/ab

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Expedited amendment of WAC 480-93-240. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Rule making to permanently amend WAC 480-93-240, amended by emergency rule making under WSR 23-15-057, effective July 14, 2023. The proposed amendment would allow the commission to continue to fund the pipeline safety program through accurate calculation of pipeline safety program fees without an offset in conflict w

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-54A WAC, Amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Reconciling state amendments with section renumbering and model code modifications in the 2021 IFC; correcting errors and omissions. Reasons Supporting Proposal: With the exception of the issues noted below, this represents section and reference numbering housekeeping. WAC Section C

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-17-110. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Ecology is proposing an amendment to chapter 173-443 WAC, Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and other fluorinated greenhouse gases (formerly Hydrofluorocarbons, HFCs). For more information on this rule making, visit https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Laws-rules-rulemaking/Rulemaking/WAC-173-443-455 . Hearing Location(s): On August 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., webinar. Join o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-54A WAC, Amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) to adopt provisions of the 2024 IFC into the 2021 code. Hearing Location(s): On August 30, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Room #1213, Olympia, WA 98504. Zoom access optional. Date of Intended Adoption: September 15, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: State Building

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending references in WAC 388-891A-0610 and 388-891A-0890 addressing post-employment services. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The division of vocational rehabilitation (DVR) received recent guidance from the rehabilitation services administration (RSA) that clarifies RSA's interpretation of when vocational rehabilitation agencies may provide post-employment services under the Rehabili

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-130. Hearing Location(s): On August 22, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., at Washington State Patrol (WSP), Helen Somers Building, 106 11th Street S.E., Room 4023, Olympia, WA 98507. Date of Intended Adoption: August 22, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Kimberly Mathis, Rules Coordinator, 106 11th Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98507, email wsprules@wsp.wa.gov , by August 21, 2023. Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Kimberly Ma

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-51 WAC, Amendments to the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Reconciling state amendments with section renumbering and model code modifications in the 2021 IRC; correcting errors and omissions. Reasons Supporting Proposal: WAC Section Change Rationale/Discussion 51-51-003 IRC Modifies the text, replaces Appendix U with Appendix WU. Curr

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 326-20-087 Public works small business enterprise. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Amends RCW 39.19.030 (7) to adopt rules under chapter 34.05 RCW, Administrative Procedure Act, governing a public works small business certification program. Reasons Supporting Proposal: Passing of SB [2SSB] 5268. Statutory Authority for Adoption: SB [2SSB] 5268 amends RCW 39.19.030 (7). Statute Being

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-52 WAC editorial modifications to the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Chapter 51-52 WAC editorial modifications to the 2021 IMC. Reasons Supporting Proposal: With the exception of the issues noted below, this represents section and reference numbering housekeeping. WAC Section Change Rationa

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Incorporation by reference for sections of Title 21 C.F.R. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing a revision to WAC 246-945-040 Uniform Controlled Substance Act, to incorporate sections of Title 21 C.F.R. by reference and provide information for acquiring copies of reference material. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In 2020, the commission consolidated multi

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-56 WAC, Amendments to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Reconciling state amendments with section renumbering and model code modifications in the 2021 UPC; correcting errors and omissions. Reasons Supporting Proposal: With the exception of the issues noted below, this represents section and reference numbering housekeeping. WAC Section Chan

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-55 WAC, Amendments to the 2021 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Reconciling state amendments with section renumbering and model code modifications in the 2021 IWUIC; correcting errors and omissions. Reasons Supporting Proposal: With the exception of the issues noted below, this represents section and reference numbering hous

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-50 WAC, editorial modifications to the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Reconciling state amendments with section renumbering and model code modifications in the 2021 IBC/2021 IEBC; correcting errors and omissions. Reasons Supporting Proposal: With the exception of the issues noted bel

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-24-042. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Naturopathic nonsurgical cosmetic procedure rules; WAC 246-836-210 Authority to use, prescribe, dispense and order and new 246-836-212 Botulinum toxin nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. The board of naturopathy (board) is proposing the standards for naturopathic physicians to administer cosmetic purpose Botox injections. Hearing Location(s): On August 11, 2023, at 8:45 a.m

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-040. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (board) proposes to amend WAC 314-40-040 to allow private clubs to add additional membership drives and host consecutive membership drives. Hearing Location(s): On August 16, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. All public board activity will be held in a "hybrid" environment. This means that the public will have options for in-person or vir

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-24-114. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Transportation services — Nonemergency transportation (NEMT); WAC 182-546-5000 NEMT — General, 182-546-5100 NEMT — Definitions, 182-546-5550 NEMT — Exclusions and limitations, 182-546-5600 NEMT — Intermediate stops or delays, 182-546-5800 NEMT — Trips out-of-state/out-of-country, 182-546-5900 NEMT — Meals, lodging, escort/guardian, and 182-546-6200 NEMT — Reimbursement.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-140-035 What happens if I do not respond to a request for information? Hearing Location(s): On August 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. PST, Zoom, Meeting ID 846 6400 6931, Passcode 372773; or one-tap mobile +12532158782,,84664006931# US (Tacoma), +12532050468,,84664006931# US. Join Zoom meeting https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84664006931?pwd=U3NZcDhGTms1QXNVQVFXYXI3dXNYUT09 .

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-10-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 504-45 WAC, Public records. Hearing Location(s): On August 9, 2023, at 4:00 p.m., Zoom meeting. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android https://wsu.zoom.us/j/94531918080 , Meeting ID 945 3191 8080; or join by phone (long distance) +1 253 215 8782, +12532158782,,94531918080# US (one-tap mobile call). To find an international phone number, see https://wsu.zoom.us

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is planning on amending WAC 388-71-0906 What topics must be taught in the core competencies of the 70-hour home care aide basic training?, 388-71-0911 What are the core competencies and learning objectives for the 70-hour home care basic training?, 388-112A-0310 What topics must be taught in the core competencies of the 70-hour home care aide training?, and 388-112A-0320 What are the core compete

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-09-011. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 196-29-110 Land surveying practice standards. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., at Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS) Office, 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98501; or WebEx meeting https://brpels.my.webex.com/brpels.my/j.php?MTID=mc78c5c6baf60baadb0f370ce52a9ecc9 . BRPELS is holding this hea

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-051. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-12 WAC, Registered professional engineers. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., at Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Office, 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98501; or WebEx meeting https://brpels.my.webex.com/brpels.my/j.php?MTID=mc78c5c6baf60baadb0f370ce52a9ecc9 . The board of registration for

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-011. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 196-09-015 Complaint processing approach. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., at Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Office, 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98501; or WebEx meeting https://brpels.my.webex.com/brpels.my/j.php?MTID=mc78c5c6baf60baadb0f370ce52a9ecc9 . The board of registration for professio

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-11-049. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 196-33 WAC, Rules of professional practice for licensees designing on-site wastewater treatment systems. Hearing Location(s): On August 23, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., at Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Office, 605 11th Avenue S.E., Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98501; or WebEx meeting https://brpels.my.webex.com/brpels.my/j.php?MTID=mc78c5c6

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of ecology (ecology) proposes to amend chapter 173-360A WAC, Underground storage tank (UST) regulations, to allow use of a state fund or other state assurance program to demonstrate financial responsibility for cleaning up UST releases and compensating third parties for bodily injury and property damage caused by the releases. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Leaking USTs

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-042. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: State ferries and toll bridges; WAC 468-300-010, 468-300-020, 468-300-040, and 468-300-080. To meet legislative budget requirements, the transportation commission (commission) is proposing adjustments to ferry fares in October 2023 and October 2024. Proposed revisions to WAC 468-300-010, 468-300-020, and 468-300-040 increase passenger and vehicle fares by 4.25 percent, e

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-1100 Hospital care — General, 182-550-2750 Hospital discharge planning services, 182-550-4700 Payment — Non-SCA participating hospitals, and 182-550-5425 Upper payment limit (UPL) payments for inpatient hospital services. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Correct a typographical error and repeal rules that are no longer necessary. Reasons Supporting Proposal: The health care a

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-065. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-845-0603 Who is eligible to receive community inclusion services?, 388-845-0610 Are there limits to community inclusion services you may receive?, and 388-845-2110 Are there limits to the supported employment services you may receive? Hearing Location(s): On August 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual via [Microsoft] Teams or call in. Hearings are being held virtually

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-21-139. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Elective credit for paid work experience; sections of chapters 392-410 and 392-121 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., virtual public hearing via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) rules web page k12.wa.us/policy-funding/ospi-rulemaking-activity . The

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 17-17-134. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-67 WAC, Safety standards for process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals. Hearing Location(s): On August 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Four Points Sheraton, Fairhaven Room, 714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229; on August 15, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., virtual and telephonic hearing. Join electronically https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/87947049101?pwd=ejNaTy

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 16-390-240 USDA audit verification and terminal market inspection fees. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The Washington state department of agriculture (WSDA) is proposing to amend WAC 16-390-240 USDA audit verification and terminal market inspection fees, to adopt fees identical to, and not less than, fees adopted by the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketin

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-09-015 Military spouse requesting and expedited processing and 308-09-020 Military spouse licensing — Equivalency to Washington standards and temporary licensing. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department is changing requirements for expedited licensing and timelines for temporary licensing for military spouses. This change aligns with E2SHB [2SHB] 1009, passed during the 2

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-10-098. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-10A WAC, Data privacy. Hearing Location(s): On July 31, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., Zoom meeting https://dol-wa.zoom.us/j/89710106612?pwd=bDV4NldUT3U5ZnNtWm9MVEkrVUs5QT09 , Meeting ID 897 1010 6612, Passcode 119511; or One-tap mobile +12532050468,,89710106612#,,,,*119511# US, +12532158782,,89710106612#,,,,*119511# US (Tacoma); dial by your location +1 253 205 0468 U

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-06-055. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department is proposing amendments to WAC 388-458-0040 What happens if I ask for a fair hearing before the change happens?; and creation of WAC 388-494-0010 What is the diaper related payment? Hearing Location(s): On July 25, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Microsoft Teams or call in. Hearings are being held virtually. Please see the department of social and healt

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-047. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for the physical therapy and physical therapy assistant profession, WAC 246-915-085. The board of physical therapy (board) is proposing an amendment in rule to establish health equity CE requirements to implement ESSB 5229. Hearing Location(s): On August 21, 2023, at 10:15 a.m. The board will provide a virtual and a physical locati

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 19-16-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 246-926 WAC, Radiological technologists; the department of health (department) is proposing amendments to clarify, streamline, and modernize the regulations for cardiovascular invasive specialists (CVIS), diagnostic radiologic technologists, therapeutic radiologic technologists, nuclear medicine technologists, radiologist assistants, and X-ray technicians. This i

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-060. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-2040 Enhanced reimbursement — Medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Hearing Location(s): On July 25, 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_QiArFJaqRvCj_r

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-09-072. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Medical insurance premium reimbursement — Law enforcement officers' and firefighters' (LEOFF) Plan 2 members. Hearing Location(s): On July 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be conducted through Microsoft Teams. See https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings for details. Teams link is available on https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rul

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Contractor registration rules; WAC 296-200A-041 When will the department deny an application for registration, renewal or reinstatement? Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This expedited rule making proposes amendments to the conditions for denying a contractor's application for registration, renewal, or reinstatement under WAC 296-200A-041. The amendments to the rule are required to imple

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-09-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Retrospective rating insurance tables update. 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 July 25, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Join Zoom meeting https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-15-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapters 16-325 WAC, Seed potato isolation district and 16-482 WAC, Seed potato quarantine. In response to a petition received from the Washington seed potato commission, the department is proposing changes to the seed potato rules in order to strengthen protections for the seed potato isolation district (isolation district) located in a portion of Whatcom County. In con