Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-071. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-521-0200 Coverage after the public health emergency ends. 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_rekiEBqoA . If the link above op

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-20-090 Student credit for training in a licensed school. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department is removing the requirement for schools to refer students for examination. This change aligns with HB 1017, passed during the 2023 legislative session, which allows cosmetology applicants to register for or take their exam if they are within 100 hours of completing the require

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-04-003. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-82-110 Update WAC language to more closely align with federal guidance regarding special education qualifications. Hearing Location(s): On July 13, 2023, at 8 a.m., virtual Zoom meeting. A Zoom link to join the meeting virtually will be available several weeks prior to the meeting 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 23-01-132. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-830-475 Continuing education requirements. The board of massage (board), in coordination with the department of health (department), is proposing amendments to WAC 246-830-475 to establish health equity continuing education (CE) requirements to implement ESSB 5229. Hearing Location(s): On July 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Lacey Community Center, 6729 Pacific Avenue

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-02-040. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health equity continuing education (CE) for occupational therapy. The occupational therapy practice board (board) is proposing to amend WAC 246-847-065 to establish health equity CE requirements to implement ESSB 5229. Hearing Location(s): On July 14, 2023, at 9:05 [a.m.] Copy this URL into your browser to join the meeting https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3am

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 246-978 WAC, Death With Dignity Act requirements. The department of health (department) proposes amending existing rules and repealing obsolete rules within chapter 246-978 WAC. The proposed changes realign the rule chapter to align with ESSB 5179 (chapter 38, Laws of 2023) which amended chapter 70.245 RCW, The Washington Death with Dignity Act. Hearing Location(

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-099. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-850-140 Continuing education requirements for orthotics and prosthetics. The department of health (department) is proposing rule amendments to include health equity continuing education (CE). Hearing Location(s): On July 17, 2023, at 12:30 p.m. The department will be holding a virtual only hearing. Register in advance for this webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-24-002. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Genetic counselor health equity continuing education. The department of health (department) is proposing amending WAC 246-825-110 Continuing education (CE), to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws 2021) adding health equity CE to licensure requirements for genetic counselors. The department is also proposing technical changes or changes to improve clarity. Hearing Loca

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-14-105. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: New chapter 246-835 WAC, Birth doula. The department of health (department) is proposing a new chapter of rule to implement ESHB 1881, which created the birth doula profession. The department is proposing rules to establish the education, training, and certification requirements, fees, and continuing education (CE), which includes health equity CE requirements. Hearing L

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-28-245 Is approval required when a general government employer changes a position's overtime eligibility designation? and 357-58-160 How are hours of work established for WMS employees? Hearing Location(s): On August 10, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., Zoom meeting (with call-in option), ID 881 7165 8224; call in 253-215-8782, passcode 850872, Zoom link https://ofm-wa-gov.zo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-18-073. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-845-0001 Definitions, 388-845-0005 What are home and community based services (HCBS) waivers?, 388-845-0010 What is the purpose of HCBS waivers?, 388-845-0030 Do I meet criteria for HCBS waiver-funded services?, 388-845-0041 What is DDA's responsibility to provide your services under the DDA HCBS waivers administered by DDA?, 388-845-0045 When there is capacity t

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Independent medical examinations (IME) — Recordings. Chapter 296-23 WAC, Radiology, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, pathology, hospital, chiropractic, physical therapy, drugless therapeutics and nursing — Drugless therapeutics, etc. Repealing WAC 296-23-367 May the worker videotape or audiotape the independent medical examination? Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: SHB 1068 was adopte

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 292-100-020 Complaint procedures — Status of complainant, 292-110-020 Working hours, 292-110-060 Current state officer and employees contracting with state agencies, 292-130-020 Agency description — Contact information — Public records officer, 292-130-050 Availability of public records, and 292-130-090 Processing of public records requests — General. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules:

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-01-097. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-824-075 Continuing education requirements for dispensing opticians. The department of health (department) is proposing rule amendments to include health equity continuing education (CE) to implement ESSB 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). Hearing Location(s): On July 17, 2023, at 12:30 p.m. The department will be holding a virtual only hearing. Register in advance

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-08-073. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Foster parent program, WAC 352-32-253. Hearing Location(s): On July 13, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 West Chance A La Mer N.W., Ocean Shores, WA 98569. Date of Intended Adoption: July 13, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Ariel Ryon, 1111 Israel Road S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501-6512, email arielmarie.ryon@parks.wa.gov , by July 7, 2023. Assista

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-03-011. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-976-580 Trauma designation process; the department of health (department) is proposing to amend WAC 246-976-580 to establish clear requirements and criteria for assessing the need for additional level I and II trauma services in the state. Hearing Location(s): On July 11, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The department of health will hold a virtual public hearing. Register in

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Title 222 WAC, Forest practices board, marbled murrelet rules. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This rule making will amend rules relating to marbled murrelet consistent with recommendation from the department of fish and wildlife's (DFW) marbled murrelet wildlife working group. Amending WAC 222-10-042, 222-12-090, 222-16-010, and 222-16-080. The purpose of the rule making is to enhance

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (board) proposes to amend the following rule sections to implement statutory mandates of SSB 5448, (chapter 279, Laws of 2023), effective July 1, 2023, concerning outside or extended alcohol service, the extension of a temporary alcohol delivery endorsement, and an alcohol takeout endorsement: Chapter 314-03 WAC, Allowed Act

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department is proposing amendments to WAC 388-450-0185 What income deductions does the department allow when determining if I am eligible for food benefits and the amount of my monthly benefits? Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: These amendments correct a typographical error within the WAC. Reasons Supporting Proposal: These amendments meet the criteria for expedited adoption as set f

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-070. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 434-112 WAC, Corporations and charities division program services, procedures and fees. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., virtual Microsoft Teams meeting, Meeting ID 266 901 734 230, Passcode 32GW2S; call in (audio only) +1 206-899-2560,,443816603#, Phone Conference ID 443 816 603#. Date of Intended Adoption: June 28, 2023. Submit Written Comm

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-20-080 Minimum instruction guidelines for cosmetology, hair design, barbering, manicuring, esthetics and master esthetics training and 308-20-105 Minimum instruction requirements for instructor-trainees. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department is removing the requirement for applicants to complete training before taking the license examination in accordance with HB 1017,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-018. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: General elections rule updates via citation corrections. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 2023, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.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, call 1-206-899-2560 and enter conference ID 160 989 358#. People will be

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-56A-460 Destroyed or wrecked vehicle — Reporting — Rebuilt and 308-94A-035 Delivery of off-road vehicle on dealer temporary permit. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Amending WAC 308-56A-460 to update the current market value threshold amount to $11,780, and WAC 308-94A-035 to replace temporary permit references with temporary license plates per HB [SHB] 1790. Reasons Supporting P

Supplemental Notice to WSR 23-05-078. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-11-025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Law enforcement officers' and firefighters' (LEOFF) plan 2 return to work options; creating WAC 415-104-109. Hearing Location(s): On July 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be conducted by Zoom. See https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings for details . Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81333341230 , Meeting ID 813 3334 123

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-113. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-56A-140, 308-56A-420, and 308-56A-425. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., join Zoom meeting https://dol-wa.zoom.us/j/81420275485?pwd=U3czbDR3VHM0T2hqTWdINFVJY0RlUT09, Meeting ID 814 2027 5485, Passcode 229458; One-tap mobile, +12532158782,,81420275485#,,,,*229458# US (Tacoma), +12532050468,,81420275485#,,,,*229458# US; dial by your location +1 2

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-066. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-552-0005 Respiratory care — Definitions, 182-552-0200 Respiratory care — Provider requirements, and 182-552-0800 Respiratory care — Covered — Oxygen and oxygen equipment. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 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 m

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-540-030 Kidney disease program (KDP) — Resource eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 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_Y517j7-oTzq4pOEKrMh1bg . If the link above

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-035. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 430-01 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On July 12, 2023, at 10 a.m., at Washington State School Directors' Association Headquarters, P.O. Box 5248, Lacey, WA 98509. Date of Intended Adoption: July 15, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Kelsey C. Winters, P.O. Box 5248, Lacey, WA 98509, email k.winters@wssda.org , by July 12, 2023. Assistance for Persons with Disabilitie

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-122. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The college is adding and amending rules to chapter 495E-110 WAC, Student conduct code and hearing procedure, rules for compliance with HB [2SHB] 1751. Hearing Location(s): On July 10, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., at C-111 and on Zoom. Zoom link https://rtcedu.zoom.us/j/81833617941?pwd=OGx5dzFRSW91d2daMHliZGpBTmE1UT09; Meeting ID 818 3361 7941, Passcode 879426, One-tap mobile +12

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-06-046. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Time and place of board meetings. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 2023, at 9 a.m., virtual. Date of Intended Adoption: July 1, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Nick Lutes, 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405, email nlutes@Batestech.edu . Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Allowing flexibility in establis

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-105. Hearing Location(s): On July 20, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., at 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: July 20, 2

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-18-050. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-501-0135 Patient review and coordination (PRC). Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 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_Y517j7-oTzq4pOEKrMh1bg . If the link above opens with a

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 192-310-190 When is a corporate officer with at least ten percent ownership considered unemployed? Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of this rule making is to update the employment security department's (ESD) rules to reflect SSB 5176 (2023), which amended RCW 50.04.310 to expand the availability of unemployment benefits to officers of three types of employee-owned coopera

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-11-014. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Withholding services for outstanding debts. Hearing Location(s): On Monday, July 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Peninsula College, Cornaby Center A-12, 1502 East Lauridsen Boulevard, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Date of Intended Adoption: July 25, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Trisha Haggerty, 1502 East Lauridsen Boulevard, Port Angeles, WA 98382, email thaggerty@pencol.edu

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-01-1745 Fully vaccinated, 357-04-125 Must an employee provide proof of being fully vaccinated as a condition of employment?, 357-16-197 Must an employer require an eligible candidate to provide proof of being fully vaccinated?, 357-19-413 What are the requirements for a nonpermanent employee to be fully vaccinated or for an employer to require an eligible candida

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-21-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Wildfire smoke; chapter 296-820 WAC and chapter 296-307 WAC, Part G-1. Hearing Location(s): On July 18, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Hampton Inn by Hilton, 2010 South Assembly Road, Spokane, WA 99224; on July 19, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Red Lion Hotel Columbia Center, 1101 North Columbia Center Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336; on July 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Spring Hill Su

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-05-019. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-50 WAC; amendments to the 2021 International Building Code to adopt R-4 occupancy group and modify code provisions related to licensed care facilities. This adoption will require coordination with chapter 51-54A WAC. The applicable sections in chapter 51-54A WAC will be amended with expedited rule making for consistency with chapter 51-50 WAC. Hearing Location

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-77-110 Career and technical education role name change [WAC 181-77-020 Certificate Required]. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Update language for career and technical education roles to match the certificate titles. Reasons Supporting Proposal: Career and technical education counselors and occupational information specialists are now known as career guidance specialists. Their c

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 495-121-320, 495-121-330, 495-121-605, and 495-121-590, antihazing updates to student conduct code. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 2023, at 3 p.m., at W305A Board Room. Date of Intended Adoption: July 19, 2023. Submit Written Comments to: Dr. Sheila Walton, 11605 132nd Avenue N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034, email sheila.walton@lwtech.edu , by June 25, 2023. Assistance fo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-094. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-509-0320 MAGI income — Noncountable income and 182-512-0860 SSI-related medical — Income exclusions under federal statute or other state laws. Hearing Location(s): On June 27, 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 http

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-04-068. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 4-30-022 What is the board's meeting schedule and how are officers elected? Hearing Location(s): On July 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Chardonnay/Semillon/Riesling Rooms, 4525 Convention Place, Pasco, WA 99301; or Microsoft Teams meeting. The link to join the meeting will be available on the board of accountancy's (board) website approximat

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-20-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-61-195 Abandoned recreational vehicle — Criteria and required information, 308-61-197 Abandoned recreational vehicle — Application and review, 308-61-203 Abandoned recreational vehicle — Reimbursements, and 308-61-215 Abandoned recreational vehicle — Rates and caps. Hearing Location(s): On June 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., join Zoom meeting https://dol-wa.zoom.us/j/8

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-19-047. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Temporary worker housing (TWH), chapter 246-358 WAC. The department of health (DOH), in conjunction with the department of labor and industries (L&I), is proposing amendments to address the hazards of communicable diseases such as COVID-19 amongst TWH occupants. Hearing Location(s): On June 20, 2023, prehearing overview at 2:00 p.m., and hearing at 3:00 p.m., virtual and

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 20-19-050. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Temporary worker housing (TWH). Chapter 296-307 WAC, Part L, Temporary worker housing (TWH). The department of health (DOH), in conjunction with the department of labor and industries (L&I), is proposing amendments to address the hazards of communicable diseases such as COVID-19 amongst TWH occupants. Hearing Location(s): On June 20, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., virtual and telep

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-03-054 on January 10, 2023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2023 North of Falcon recreational fisheries rule making. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is considering amendments to current recreational fishing rules resulting from stakeholder recommendations made during North of Falcon meetings; WAC 220-312-020 Freshwater exceptions to statewide rules — Coast, 220-312-030 Freshwater exceptio

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-03-052 on January 10, 2023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2023 North of Falcon Puget Sound commercial salmon seasons. The Washington state department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to WAC 220-354-080 Puget Sound salmon — Closed areas, 220-354-120 Puget Sound salmon — Purse seine — Open periods, 220-354-160 Puget Sound salmon — Gillnet — Open periods, 220-354-180 Puget Sound salmon — Reef

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-03-051 on January 10, 2023. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2023 North of Falcon coastal commercial salmon seasons. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to WAC 220-354-250 Willapa Bay salmon fall fishery and WAC 220-354-290 Grays Harbor salmon fall fishery. Hearing Location(s): On June 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting https://us0