Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-20-069. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Home care aide certification rules amending WAC 246-980-025, 246-980-030, 246-980-040, and 246-980-065. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to the home care aide chapter to update language related to individual providers exempt from obtaining certification, clarify basic training requirements, and provide additional time for long-term care worke

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-19-002. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (LCB) is proposing amendments to three rule sections of chapter 314-02 WAC for implementation of ESB 1602 (chapter 141, Laws of 2025), regarding expanded contract food service options for domestic breweries and microbreweries that apply for beer and wine restaurant or spirits, beer, and wine restaurant licenses. The rule ame

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-18-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (LCB) is proposing amendments to WAC 314-55-155 to implement ESB 5206 (chapter 378, Laws of 2025), regarding cannabis advertising; and additional amendments to WAC 314-55-155 regarding incidental promotional items from WSR 22-18-057, which was filed August 31, 2022, to evaluate and consider changes to cannabis advertising ru

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Repealing three rules consistent with the court's decision in Washington Restaurant Association v. Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board , 448 P.3d 140 (Wash. Ct. App. 2019). Repealing WAC 314-23-065 What are "unfair trade practices"?, 314-23-080 Are licensed distributors or other licensed suppliers of spirits and wine allowed to provide volume discounts to on-premises or off-premises retail licensees?, and 314-23-085 What types of discounts ar

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-13-098. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Health carrier rate development components. Hearing Location(s): On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT, virtual meeting via Zoom. Detailed information for attending this meeting is posted on the office of the insurance commissioner (OIC) website at https://www.insurance.wa.gov/laws-rules/legislation-and-rulemaking/rulemaking/health-carrier-rate-development-componen

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-22-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Premium change transparency. Hearing Location(s): On April 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., virtual meeting via Zoom. Detailed information for attending this meeting is posted on the office of the insurance commissioner (OIC) website at https://www.insurance.wa.gov/laws-rules/legislation-and-rulemaking/rulemaking/premium-change-transparency-r-2024-07 . Written comments are due to

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-091. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Youth employment updates: Chapter 296-125 WAC, Nonagricultural employment of minors; chapter 296-122 WAC, Agricultural employment of minors (new); chapter 296-131 WAC, Agricultural employment standards; and WAC 296-128-400 Minors. Hearing Location(s): On April 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Tumwater, WA 98

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Reference for sources of radionuclide emissions, adopting national standards in WAC 246-247-035. The department of health (department) is proposing an update to the federal rule publication date to conform to United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements. Hearing Location(s): On April 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., virtual hearing using Zoom. Register in adva

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-015. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Service and overseas voter registration. Hearing Location(s): On April 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at 243 Israel Road S.E., Conference Room 111, Tumwater, WA 98501. When attending the hearing in person, enter the front lobby of Town Center East 3. You will be escorted to the conference room at 12:55 p.m. to be present when the hearing begins at 1:00 p.m. If you arrive after t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-19-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Purchase of pension service credit. Hearing Location(s): On April 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 257 500 311 989 3, Passcode eE68Ng7k; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 368 003 077#. Date of Intended Adoption: April 27, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Retire

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-102. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Requests for employer information. Hearing Location(s): On April 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 291 295 408 816 09, Passcode g4vf6kC9; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 894 458 610#. Date of Intended Adoption: April 16, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Retirem

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-12-018. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 392-170 WAC, Special service program — Highly capable students. Hearing Location(s): On April 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., virtual via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on the office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) rules web page at ospi.k12.wa.us/policy-funding/ospi-rulemaking-activity . For participation questions, ple

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 82-50-021 Official state lagged, semimonthly pay dates established. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 82-50-021 publishes the official lagged, semimonthly pay dates for state officers and employees. This WAC, which provides pay dates for the current and ensuing calendar years, is amended each year to add pay dates for the ensuing year and delete the pay dates for the previous year

Continuance of WSR 26-04-130. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Office-based surgery rules for allopathic physicians (MD) — Use of nitrous oxide. The Washington medical commission (WMC) is proposing new WAC 246-919-603 Use of nitrous oxide in office-based settings, and proposing changes to WAC 246-919-601 Safe and effective analgesia and anesthesia administration in office-based surgical settings. Hearing Location(s): On

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-02-079. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 172-125-010 Commitment to nondiscrimination and standards of conduct for students. Hearing Location(s): On April 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at Eastern Washington University, 201 Showalter Hall, Cheney, WA 99004. Date of Intended Adoption: May 15, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Annika Scharosch, 214 Showalter Hall, Cheney, WA 99004, email ascharosch@ewu.edu , website

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-02-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 172-06 WAC, Organization and operation. Hearing Location(s): On April 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at Eastern Washington University (University), 201 Showalter Hall, Cheney, WA 99004. Date of Intended Adoption: May 15, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Annika Scharosch, 214 Showalter Hall, Cheney, WA 99004, email ascharosch@ewu.edu , website https://inside.ewu.edu/po

Continuance of WSR 26-04-120, filed on February 3, 2026. The continuance is being filed with the office of the code reviser to change the rule hearing start time from 3:30 p.m. to 10:30 a.m. on March 11. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-22-046 on October 29, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This rule-making project involves changes to rules for the 2026 hunting season setting. The rules subject to amendment include WAC 220-220-080 Reduced rate combinatio

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Washington health professional services (WHPS) program name change. The Washington state board of nursing (board) is proposing technical amendments to WAC 246-840-750 through 246-840-790 to remove outdated references to WHPS and replace them with the neutral term for the board's "approved substance use disorder monitoring program." Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of this exp

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Establishing new toll rate setting procedures in chapter 468-270 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., virtual via Zoom. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__svIferoQMquBQRRDYp-HQ . The public hearing will be held virtually over Zoom as part of the Washington state transportation commission's (WSTC) monthly virtual March meeting.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-21-107. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 110-30-0070 CPS responses to reports of alleged abuse or neglect of children and youth. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, telephonic. Comments can be made by calling 360-972-5385 and leaving a voicemail that includes the comment, emailing the rules coordinator, or submitting comments to the online comment application linked below. All comments must be received

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-013. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 110-50 WAC, Child welfare; the following WAC in the child welfare chapter will be amended: LICENSED CAREGIVER THIRD PARTY LIABILITY PROGRAM: WAC 110-50-0900 Legal basis for the licensed caregiver third party liability program, 110-50-0910 Purpose, 110-50-0920 Definitions, 110-50-0930 Eligibility criteria for third party reimbursement, 110-50-0940 Submitting the t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-060. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Reretirement calculations. Hearing Location(s): On April 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 236 073 477 272 8, Passcode uV7Jt7KB; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 974 782 183#. Date of Intended Adoption: April 10, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Retirement Syst

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Incorporation by reference of federal statutes or regulations and national consensus codes in pharmacy rules. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to update references to regulations from other entities that have been incorporated into chapter 246-945 WAC that do not change the effect of the rule. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The commission i

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-090. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Calculating dual member benefits. Hearing Location(s): On March 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 296 647 727 886 22, Passcode 4oZ299Mo; or phone 833-322-1218, Code 735 886 852#. Date of Intended Adoption: April 6, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Retireme

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend Regulation I, Section 7.07 Operating Permit Fees. Hearing Location(s): On March 26, 2026, at 8:45 a.m., via Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84256168034 , Meeting ID 842 5616 8034; or call in 833-548-0282 US Toll-free; or in person at the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (agency), 1904 3rd Avenue, Suite 105, Seattle, WA. Date of Intended Adoption: April 23, 20

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend Regulation I, Section 5.07 Annual Registration Fees. Hearing Location(s): On March 26, 2026, at 8:45 a.m. The public hearing will be conducted via Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84256168034 , Meeting ID 842 5616 8034; or call in 833 548 0282 U.S. Toll-free; or in person at the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (agency), 1904 3rd Avenue, Suite 105, Seattle, WA

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-034. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: State voters' pamphlet. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at 243 Israel Road S.E., Conference Room 111, Tumwater, WA 98501. When attending the hearing in person, enter the front lobby of Town Center East 3. You will be escorted to the conference room at 12:55 p.m. to be present when the hearing begins at 1:00 p.m. If you arrive after that time, there

[Original Notice.] Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-182. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 365-199 WAC, Procedures for making determinations of compliance for jurisdictions seeking voluntary reversion to partial planning status, certification of an empirical parking study, and certification and approval of alternative pathways to the density requirements in RCW 36.70A.635 (1). Hearing Location(s): On March 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, virtua

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-24-039. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: New chapter 468-712 WAC, Turnback agreements; WAC 468-712-010, 468-712-020, 468-712-025, 468-712-030, 468-712-040, 468-712-041, 468-712-042, 468-712-043, 468-712-044, and 468-712-050. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., via virtual hearing in Microsoft Teams at https://bit.ly/WAC-468-712-Mar-24-2026 . To join the virtual hearing, use the web address sho

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Washington's lottery (lottery) is considering revisions to WAC 315-10-025 Cost to purchase an instant game ticket. The lottery is contemplating whether to increase the maximum price of an instant (scratch-off) game ticket. Hearing Location(s): On April 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at 814 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA 98506-3922. A virtual option will be available for this heari

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132V-121 WAC, Code of student conduct. Hearing Location(s): On April 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98466, Building 12, Board Room 120; and via Zoom at https://tacomacc-edu.zoom.us/j/89134545402?pwd=zA55e7bOS2IB8hkfWiQSa7FwYKi8kB.1 . Date of Intended Adoption: May 14, 2026, regular board meeting. Submit Written Comments to: Natalie

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132V-130 WAC, Hazing policy. Hearing Location(s): On April 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98466, Building 12, Board Room 120; and via Zoom at https://tacomacc-edu.zoom.us/j/89134545402?pwd=zA55e7bOS2IB8hkfWiQSa7FwYKi8kB.1 . Date of Intended Adoption: May 14, 2026, regular board meeting. Submit Written Comments to: Natalie Boes, 6501

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Technical amendments to improve clarity and accuracy in chapter 246-12 WAC, Administrative procedures and requirements for credentialed health care providers. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to chapter 246-12 WAC to clarify existing language; correct typographical errors; and make the rules consistent with modern standards, current law, and department procedures. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, In

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-513-1405 Definitions, 182-513-1410 LTC partnership policy qualifications, and 182-513-1420 Eligibility for asset protection under a partnership policy. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Amend health care authority (HCA) rules related to long-term care insurance policies by adding a reference to Washington state office of insurance commissioner (OIC) rules on the same subject matte

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-149. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-560-100 Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. Virtual public hearings are held via Microsoft Teams webinar. To attend, you must register in advance at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/57293f3e

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-01-171. Hearing Location(s): On March 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at Washington State Patrol (WSP), Helen Sommers Building, 106 11th Street S.E., Room 4020, Olympia, WA 98507. Date of Intended Adoption: March 25, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Kimberly Mathis, Rules Coordinator, 106 11th Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98507, email wsprules@wsp.wa.gov , by March 23, 2026. Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Kimberly Math

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-390 WAC, Fruit and vegetable fees and other charges. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of agriculture (WSDA) is proposing to amend chapter 16-390 WAC, Fruit and vegetable inspection fees and other charges, to modify the regular business hours of the program and to remove references to the previous fee schedule from the chapter for clarity. Reasons Supporting Prop

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Office-based surgery rules for allopathic physicians (MD) — Use of nitrous oxide. The Washington medical commission (commission) is proposing new WAC 246-919-603 Use of nitrous oxide in office-based settings, and proposing changes to WAC 246-919-601 Safe and effective analgesia and anesthesia administration in office-based surgical settings. Hearing Location(s): On March

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-19-095 on September 17, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This rule project combines rule changes required by passage of SSB 5076 during the 2025 legislative session and additional administrative rule changes being undertaken by the department of fish and wild life (department). The passage of SSB 5076 established a Puget Sound nonspot shrimp pot fishery license requiring the department to propose rules to

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-22-046 on October 29, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This rule-making project involves changes to rules for the 2026 hunting season setting. The rules subject to amendment include WAC 220-220-080 Reduced rate combination deer hunting licenses, 220-220-090 Reduced rate combination elk general licenses, 220-400-040 Possession of dead wildlife, 220-410-030 Game management units (GMUs) boundary descriptions

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-22-030 on October 28, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2025 Livestock compensation rule project proposes changes to WAC 220-440-020 Definitions, 220-440-170 Payment for livestock damage and other domestic animals—Limitations, 220-440-180 Application for cash compensation for livestock damage or domestic animal—Procedure, and 220-440-230 Commercial crop or livestock damage claim—Dispute resolution. Hearing

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-233 WAC, Worker protection standard (WPS). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of agriculture (department) proposes to update WAC 16-233-016, 16-233-111, and 16-233-301 to meet the new minimum standards made to 40 C.F.R. 170 in 2024 by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in rule-making Docket No. EPA-HQ-OPP-2022-0133. The department also propose

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-24-091. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Contractor registration, electrical, elevator, plumbers, and factory assembled structures rules: WAC 296-200A-900 What fees does the department charge contractors for issuance, renewal, reregistration, and reinstatement of certificates of registration?, 296-46B-906 Inspection fees, 296-46B-909 Electrical/telecommunications contractor's license, administrator certificate

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-23-071. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Reimbursement policies: WAC 296-21-290 Physical medicine, under chapter 296-21 WAC, Reimbursement policies: Psychiatric services, biofeedback, physical medicine. Hearing Location(s): On March 10, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., virtual and telephonic hearing. Join electronically at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/83456839926?pwd=w6fAaq1wnlcwGTILbWtlzDcamVBtxn.1 , Meeting ID 83456839926

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Consumer confidence reports, WAC 246-290-72001 through 246-290-72400. The department of health (department) is proposing to amend WAC 246-290-72001 through 246-290-72400 and related sections, to incorporate recent changes in the federal rule in 40 C.F.R. Part 141, Subpart O. The proposal amends WAC 246-290-025, 246-290-71004, 246-290-71005, 246-290-72001 through 246-290-

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-12-094. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 374-70 WAC, Heating oil pollution liability insurance program, also referred to as the heating oil insurance program (HOIP). Hearing Location(s): On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 5:00-6:30 p.m.; on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 12:00-1:30 p.m.; and on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., virtual via Zoom sessions. Links to Zoom meetings can be foun

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-10-046. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Election cost allocation. Hearing Location(s): On March 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at 243 Israel Road S.E., Conference Room 111, Tumwater, WA 98501. When attending the hearing in person, enter the front lobby of Town Center East 3. You will be escorted to the conference room at 12:55 p.m. to be present when the hearing begins at 1:00 p.m. If you arrive after that time, ther