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Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-12-002. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 110-50 WAC, Child welfare; the child welfare division (CWD) is amending and repealing sections in chapter 110-50 WAC: Amending WAC 110-50-0060 What must a parent do to place the child in foster care with the department?; and repealing WAC 110-50-0070 Under what circumstances may a parent sign a consent for voluntary placement of a child in foster care with the de

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Office-based surgical settings; establishing the use of nitrous oxide. The board of osteopathic medicine and surgery (board) is considering amendments to WAC 246-853-650 and adding a new section to chapter 246-853 WAC to establish the use of nitrous oxide in office-based surgical settings. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.57.005 and 18.130.050 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: T

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: To implement provisions of EHB 1279, an act relating to postsecondary education consumer protection; to implement provisions of ESHB 1572, an act relating to higher education accreditation standards; and to strengthen consumer protections for students attending degree-granting institutions operating under the requirements of the Degree-Granting Institutions Act, chapter 28B.85 RCW. • Adds language clarifying that an exemption from th

Semi-Annual Rule-Making Agenda July 1 - December 31, 2026 Currently, the department of enterprise services (DES) does not have any rule-making activities underway and does not anticipate starting any rule-making actions during the next six months. If circumstances change or DES begins any new activities, we will update the rule-making website accordingly and notify interested and affected parties. Let us know if you have any questions by emailing Rules@des.wa.gov . Ashley Olson, Director Policy,

This memo serves as notice that the department of enterprise services (DES) is formally withdrawing the CR-101 for small business use and spending affecting Title 200 WAC. The CR-101 was filed on December 5, 2024, and published as WSR 25-01-017. After careful consideration of how best to strengthen the state's use of Washington small businesses, DES has decided to focus on efforts that fit within existing rules to ensure that contracting and spending benefits are reaching small businesses as int

Supplemental Notice to WSR 26-11-038. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-075. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Juvenile rehabilitation division (JRD) is amending and repealing the following sections in chapter 110-730 WAC, Security classifications of young people in juvenile rehabilitation. Chapter 110-730 WAC was updated and finalized on July 31, 2027 [2026]. Following the finalization of the WAC, two issues were identified. There was an error in the title o

Associated Students of Washington State University Global (ASWSUG) Executive Board Meeting Schedule Fall Term 2026 Meeting Name Meeting Date Meeting Time Public Meeting Location (Zoom link) ASWSUG executive board meeting 8/25/2026 on Tuesday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. PST [PDT] https://wsu.zoom.us/j/88477825708 ASWSUG executive board meeting 9/1/2026 on Tuesday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. PST [PDT] https://wsu.zoom.us/j/88477825708 ASWSUG executive board meeting 9/8/2026 on Tuesday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. PST [PDT] http

Following is the schedule of regular meetings for the state board for community and technical colleges (SBCTC) for calendar year 2026: Date and Time(s) Location February 18-19, 2026 1:00 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. SBCTC Office 1500 Jefferson Street S.E. Olympia, WA 98501 April 8-9, 2026 1:00 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. South Seattle College 6000 16th Avenue S.W. Seattle, WA 98106 June 3-4, 2026 1:00 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. Peninsula College 1502 East Lauridsen Boulevard Port Angeles, WA 98362 August 19-20, 2026 (retr

NOTICE OF APPEAL RCW 34.05.330 (3) Pursuant to RCW 34.05.330 (3), you are hereby notified for publication in the Washington State Register that: On July 28, 2026, the Governor's Office received an appeal from Attorneys for Education Rights, Disability Rights Washington, Teamchild, The Arc of Washington State, Washington Autism Alliance, Washington Coalition for Open Government, Alexis DeLaCruz, Jenna Schuenemann, and Katherine George (collectively "Petitioners"), relating to the Washington Offic

Following is the department of commerce (commerce) semi-annual rules development agenda for publication in the Washington State Register, pursuant to RCW 34.05.314 . There may be additional rule-making activity not on the agenda as conditions warrant. Please contact Amanda Hathaway if you have questions at amanda.hathaway@commerce.wa.gov or 360-789-0843. Semi-Annual Rule-Making Agenda July through December 2026 Division WAC Citation Subject Matter/Purpose of Rule Current Activity/ Approximate Fi

The department of labor and industries (L&I) is withdrawing the CR-102 proposed rule making filed on February 3, 2026, and published under WSR 26-04-112. The comment period for the proposed rule making was from February 4, 2026, to March 10, 2026. Due to technology resource constraints and uncertainty about our ability to prioritize this work, L&I is not able to make system changes to support the requirements of this rule change. For this reason, we have decided to withdraw the rule making. L&I

The department of labor and industries (L&I) is withdrawing the CR-101 preproposal statement of inquiry filed on November 18, 2025, and published under WSR 25-23-071, regarding reimbursement policies for physical medicine under chapter 296-21 WAC, Reimbursement policies: Psychiatric services, biofeedback, physical medicine. Due to technology resource constraints and uncertainty about our ability to prioritize this work, L&I is not able to make system changes to support the requirements of this r

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-04-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating the osteopathic physician and surgeon fees in WAC 246-853-990. The department of health (department), in consultation with the board of osteopathic medicine and surgery (board), is proposing amendments to WAC 246-853-990 to remove the Washington osteopathic principals and practices (OP&P) exam and reexam fee, add the Washington physicians health program (WPHP) i

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule closes Marine Fish-Shellfish Catch Area 25A and Subarea 23A-E to harvest by Puget Sound shrimp pot license holders of spot shrimp, effective immediately. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-340-52000W; and amending WAC 220-340-520. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption,

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: WAC 192-150-100 Employer-initiated layoffs or reductions in force, addresses an individual's ability to qualify for unemployment benefits when they separate from employment due to their employer initiating a layoff or reduction in force. HB 2264 (2026) adds a new section to chapter 50.20 RCW, RCW 50.20.055 , that codifies WAC 192-150-100 into law, with some changes to the rule's language. The bill adds language specifying that the av

Semi-Annual Rules Development Agenda July 2026 Pursuant to RCW 34.05.314 , following is the semi-annual rules development agenda for publication in the Washington State Register. The office of the insurance commissioner (OIC) may initiate rule making on additional topics in 2026 and any referenced information on this agenda is subject to change. For general information on OIC's rule making, please visit OIC's legislation and rule-making web page. For the most up-to-date information on proposed r

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule opens all shrimp species in Marine Area 6, except in the Discovery Bay shrimp district on August 2, and then nonspot shrimp species August 3 through October 15. This rule maintains other previously announced recreational Puget Sound shrimp seasons. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-330-07000M; and amending WAC 220-330-070. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: SB [ESSB] 6005 requires the department of licensing (DOL) to specify the requirements for health care professionals providing electronic documentation to individuals who are applying for special parking privileges. The amended rules will clarify application requirements for special parking privileges, as well as improve access by expanding options for the application and health care authorization formats DOL will accept. The rule lan

Effective Date of Rule: August 3, 2026. Purpose: This emergency rule will allow nontreaty commercial fishing opportunities in the Columbia River while protecting fish listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes, federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon, and Washington fish and wildlife commission policy guidance for Columbia River fisheries. Ci

Subject of Possible Rule Making: WAC 182-530-5100 Billing requirements — Unit dose; other related rules as appropriate. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 41.05.021 and 41.05.160 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The health care authority (agency) is striking subsection (9) to reduce any misunderstanding that the prescription volume survey affects the unit dose dispensing fee. It does not. During this review, the ag

Effective Date of Rule: September 1, 2026. Purpose: The health care authority is amending school employees benefits board (SEBB) program rules in WAC 182-31-200 to implement Resolution SEBB 2026-01 Election periods for school board members, and make technical amendments regarding procedural requirements. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 182-31-200. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 41.05.021 , 41.05.160 , and 41.05.740 . Other Authority: Resolution SEBB 2026-01. Adopted

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 181-78A WAC. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: Chapter 28A.410 RCW. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Rule making in response to SB 6278 to clarify related professional educator standards board responsibilities. Other Federal and State Agencies that Regulate this Subject and the Process Coordinating the Rule with These Agencies: Not applicable. Process for Developing New Rule: Age

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The department of health (department) is considering rule amendments to update fees for ambulatory surgical facilities, WAC 246-330-199. The department may also consider changes to clarify and standardize language. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 43.70.110 , 43.70.250 , and 70.230.020 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The department is considering amendments to WAC 246-330-199 reg

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-20-070. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Applied behavior analysis continuing supervision and educational programs. The department of health (department), in consultation with the Washington state applied behavior analysis advisory committee, is proposing amendments to WAC 246-805-210, 246-805-240, and 246-805-330 to remove barriers for education and update the requirements for continuing supervision for certif

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Dental licensure requirements for graduates of nonaccredited schools. The dental quality assurance commission (commission) is considering amending WAC 246-817-160 to define the educational and training requirements for graduates of nonaccredited schools. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.32.002 and 18.32.0365 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The commission has been receiving an

The Washington state office of public defense (OPD) advisory committee will hold meetings in 2026 as follows: March 19, 2026 Virtual June 25, 2026 Virtual September 17, 2026 711 Capitol Way South 1st Floor Conference Room Olympia, WA 98501 December 10, 2026 Virtual Meeting time is from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Draft agendas are posted at www.opd.wa.gov no less than one business day prior to the meeting. Contact OPD at 360-586-3164 ext. 120 if you have questions regardin

Effective Date of Rule: August 3, 2026. Purpose: This emergency rule opens harvest in Districts 1, 2-1, 2-2, and 5 with a weekly limit of 1,500 split-drained pounds per license and a 15-week season limit total of 10,000 split-drained pounds per license. Citation of rules affected by this order: Amending WAC 220-340-730. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-10-080. Hearing Location(s): On September 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Washington State Patrol (WSP), Helen Somers Building, 106 11th Street S.E., Room 4020, Olympia, WA 98507 [98501]. Date of Intended Adoption: September 8, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Kimberly Mathis, Rules Coordinator, 106 11th Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98507 [98501], email wsprules@wsp.wa.gov , beginning July 23, 2026, 4:00 p.m., by September 8, 2026, 12

Effective Date of Rule: July 24, 2026. Purpose: The purpose of this rule making is to provide for treaty Indian fishing opportunity in the Columbia River while protecting salmon listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule making implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes and federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-359-02000M;

The law enforcement officers' and firefighters' (LEOFF) Plan 2 retirement board voted to cancel their board meeting on August 19, 2026. The next scheduled LEOFF Plan 2 retirement board meeting will be held on September 23, 2026, at the Washington state investment board in Olympia. Public access will be available via Microsoft Teams, and the meeting will also be broadcast live on TVW. If you have any questions, contact our office at 360-586-2320 or email chloe.drawsby@leoff.wa.gov .

Semi-Annual Rule Development Agenda July 1 - December 31, 2026 The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (LCB) prepares a semi-annual rule-making agenda in January and July of each year to inform the public of expected upcoming rule changes. Pursuant to the Washington state Administrative Procedure Act (RCW 34.05.314 ), the agenda is filed with the office of the code reviser for publication in the Washington State Register. This report details current and anticipated rule-making activities

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Clarifying licensure requirements for a change in pharmacy ownership. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) and the department of health (department) are considering amending WAC 246-945-230 and 246-945-992 to allow a pharmacy, and potentially other pharmaceutical firm types, to retain the same credential number if a change of ownership occurs because of a stock sale. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.64.005 a

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Amendments to chapter 446-105 WAC are necessary to clarify procedures governing work zone speed safety camera system infractions and associated adjudicative processes. The proposed revisions clarify which matters are appropriate for brief adjudicative proceedings, establish clearer requirements and timelines for petitions for review, and specify the issues that may be raised in contested hearings. Additional revisions clarify payment

Effective Date of Rule: July 26, 2026. Purpose: This emergency rule opens recreational salmon retention in portions of Catch Record Card Area 7. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-313-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare, and t

The Grays Harbor College board of trustees has changed the following regular meeting: From: September 8, 2026. To: September 22, 2026. And From: March 9, 2027. To: March 23, 2027. If you need further information, contact Kimberly Nolan at Kimberly.nolan@ghc.edu or call 360-538-4000.

Effective Date of Rule: September 1, 2026. Purpose: The purpose of these rules is to update the Columbia River Gorge Commission's (Gorge Commission) rules for open public meetings, public records disclosure, conflicts of interest, and administrative procedure to remain consistent with the more restrictive of Oregon and Washington law as required by the Columbia River Gorge Compact. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: New 47; repealing 47; and amending 3. Statutory Authority for Adoption: R

NOTICE Title or Subject: Medicaid State Plan Amendment (SPA) 26-0018 Rural Hospitals Rate Updates. Effective Date: January 1, 2027. Description: The health care authority (HCA) intends to submit SPA 26-0018 to comply with ESSB 6194. Per ESSB 6194, for admission dates from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028, hospital rates at a rural hospital that is located on a federally recognized Indian reservation are 150 percent of fee-for-service rates, excluding any services provided in the psychi

The Washington hop commission has changed the date of its October annual meeting, previously scheduled for October 21. The meeting has been rescheduled for October 15, 2026. This information is being filed as required by RCW 42.30.075 . Interested individuals may contact the Washington hop commission at 509-453-4749 prior to this meeting for the specific time, location, and special accommodations.

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The department of ecology (ecology) is considering amendments to two rules: Chapter 173-408 WAC, Landfill methane emissions. • This rule implements chapter 70A.540 RCW, Landfills — Methane emissions, and establishes requirements for both active and closed municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills that received solid waste after January 1, 1992. Ecology's policy under chapter 70A.540 RCW is to reduce methane emissions from MSW landfills by requiring installation and o

Notice of Interpretive or Policy Statement In accordance with RCW 34.05.230 (12), following is a list of policy and interpretive statements issued by the department of social and health services. Economic Services Administration Division of Child Support (DCS) Document Title: DCS AP 10.0.0: Information Security Definitions. Subject: DCS Administrative Policy (AP) 10.0.0. Effective Date: July 17, 2026. Document Description: This revised DCS AP ensures a common understanding of information securit

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: In accordance with RCW 28A.640.010 and 28A.642.010 , discrimination in Washington K-12 public schools on the basis of sex; race; ethnicity; creed; religion; color; national origin; honorably discharged veteran or military status; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; homelessness; immigration or citizenship status; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; neurodivergence; or the use of a trained

Public Notice: Announcing the Draft Modification of the Phase I Municipal Stormwater General Permit for Review and Comment The Washington state department of ecology (ecology) proposes modification of the phase I municipal stormwater National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and state waste discharge general permit. The current permit went into effect August 1, 2024, and expires July 31, 2029. The draft of the modified general permit and fact sheet explaining the legal and technica

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Classifying specific synthetic benzodiazepines as Schedule I substances. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is considering updating the list of Schedule I substances in WAC 246-945-051 to include the synthetic benzodiazepines clonazolam, diclazepam, etizolam, flualprazolam, flubromazolam, and bromazolam, as they pose an imminent hazard to public safety. This proposal is in response to a recent federal rule making. Statutes Authorizing the Agen

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-118 Sale or rental of real estate, license to use real estate, and 458-20-182 Warehouse and other storage businesses. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (department) is amending WAC 458-20-118 to incorporate 2025 legislation from SB [ESSB] 5794. Starting April 1, 2026, income from the rental or lease of storage space at self-service storage facilities i

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Clarifying adverse notification requirements. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 48.02.060 , 48.18.545 , 48.19.035 , 48.43.525 , and 48.43.535 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Current administrative rules require insurer adverse notifications to include contact information for the Washington state office of the insurance commissioner (commissioner) so that consumers can contact them

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Allowing additional noninsurance benefits in life and group disability insurance policies. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 48.02.060 (3)(a), 48.21.380 (1)(f), 48.21.380 (2), 48.23.525 (1)(e), 48.23.525 (3), 48.24.280 (1)(f), and 48.24.280 (2). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: RCW 48.23.525 , 48.24.280 , and 48.21.380 allow specific noninsurance benefits to be included in individual

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Consolidated health care rule: Rule making is needed to address changes in state law and update existing rules to ensure a well-functioning health insurance market. The subjects of the possible rule making include, but are not limited to: • Implementation of ESHB 2242 (2026): Updating existing rules that reference the United States Preventive Services Task Force, Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. R