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Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-059. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Investment advisers, chapter 460-24A WAC. Hearing Location(s): On August 26, 2026, at 11 a.m., at the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), 150 Israel Road S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501. Teams option available. Information will be posted on DFI's rule making docket web page at https://dfi.wa.gov/rulemaking/investment-adviser-rulemaking . Date of Intended Adoption: Augus

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-03-030, 388-03-112, 388-03-114, 388-03-115, 388-03-116, 388-03-117, 388-03-120, 388-03-122, 388-03-125, 388-03-130, 388-03-133, 388-03-135, 388-03-136, 388-03-138, 388-03-144, 388-03-153, 388-03-154, 388-03-160, 388-03-162, 388-03-164, 388-03-172, 388-03-173, and 388-03-176, from chapter 388-03 WAC, Certification of DSHS spoken language interpreters, translators, employees, and lice

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The amendments and new sections will incorporate the requirements of E2SSB 5337, chapter 187, Laws of 2025, Memory care certification, creating a certification process for assisted living facilities (ALF) providing memory care services in a memory care facility or memory care unit. There are also minor changes and clarifications to other sections of chapter 388-78A WAC, Assisted living facility rules. Proposed changes to the ALF chap

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-14-114. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-565 WAC, Health-related social needs, Subchapter V - Nutrition supports, caregiver respite services, and home accessibility, remediation, and adaptation devices. Hearing Location(s): On August 25, 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

In accordance with the Open Public Meeting[s] Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the updated schedule of regular meetings for the department of health (DOH), applied behavior analysis advisory committee (committee), for the year 2026. The committee meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person shown below for more information. Agendas for

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Lead and copper rule improvements for Group A public water systems. The department of health (department) is adopting the federal requirements by text and reference for lead and copper rule revisions, and making minor editorial changes and updates to ensure consistency of terms and internal references in chapter 246-290 WAC between federal and state rules. This adoption also makes editorial amendments and aligns the rule with the cod

Effective Date of Rule: August 15, 2026. Purpose: The purpose of this rule making is to implement HB 1275, which ensures decertified self-insurers remain liable for their self-insured claims and reimburse the department of labor and industries (L&I) for all payments made. HB 1275 also directs L&I to adopt rules regarding continuing obligations of decertified self-insured employers and methods of how the self-insured employer shall meet financial obligations. Citation of Rules Affected by this Or

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-16-098. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Electrical rules: Electrical vehicle supply equipment and competency examinations; chapter 296-46B WAC, Electrical safety standards, administration, and installation. Hearing Location(s): On August 26, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501; or join electronically via Zoom at https://lni-wa-gov.zoo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-21-093. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Eligibility for examination as a veterinary technician; qualifications for on-the-job experience for out-of-state applicants. The veterinary board of governors (board) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-935-060 regarding direct experience in the veterinary technician's scope of practice for out-of-state applicants. The board is proposing that out-of-state applicants appl

The health care authority (HCA) requests withdrawal of the preproposal statement of inquiry filed as WSR 26-09-015 on April 2, 2026, and distributed in the 26-09 Issue of the Register. HCA plans to refile a revised CR-101. Wendy Barcus Rules Coordinator

The date(s) in bold have changed in the following schedule of regular meetings of the public employment relations commission in 2026, all to be held virtually via Zoom and in Olympia with location and format subject to change: Date Time Location January 12, 2026 9:30 a.m. Via Zoom and in person at 112 Henry Street N.E. Suite 300 Olympia, WA February 9, 2026 9:30 a.m. Same as above March 9, 2026 9:30 a.m. Same as above April 13, 2026 9:30 a.m. Same as above May 11, 2026 9:30 a.m. Same as above Ju

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Central Washington University (CWU) intends to adopt rules amending WAC 106-116-011 through 106-116-902 pertaining to parking and traffic regulations. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 28B.35.120 and the Administrative Procedure Act, chapter 34.05 RCW. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Rule changes are needed to update and clarify procedures governing CWU's parking policies. Process f

Semi-Annual Agenda for Rules Under Development (Per RCW 34.05.314 ) July 2026 Rule-making activity not now anticipated may be added if conditions warrant between semi-annual agendas. (1) Rule making is anticipated for chapter 478-121 WAC, Student conduct code for the University of Washington, during the second half of 2026. (2) Rule making is anticipated for chapter 478-124 WAC, General conduct code for the University of Washington, during the second half of 2026. For more information concerning

The University of Washington recently created or revised the following bylaws, orders, policy statements, scholastic regulations, and faculty code: • Independent Contractor, revised July 10, 2026 (APS 38.7) • Campus, College, and School Faculties: Authority to Determine Organization and Procedure, revised June 22, 2026 (FCG, Chapter 23, Section 23-45) • Registration, revised June 12, 2026 (SGP, Chapter 102) • Faculty Leave and Vacations, revised June 12, 2026, (FCG, Chapter 51) • Campus, College

Pursuant to RCW 34.05.335 and WAC 1-21-060, the department of retirement systems withdraws preproposal statement of inquiry (CR-101) WSR 26-14-031, filed June 23, 2026, implementing the law enforcement officers' and firefighters' Plan 1 termination and restatement bill and incorporating certain federal requirements. Comments, questions, or concerns may be directed to Bianca Stoner at 360-664-7291 or drs.rules@drs.wa.gov . Bianca Stoner Legal Services Manager Rules Coordinator

Notice of Quarterly Hearings The Washington state clemency and pardons board (board) hereby gives notice of its quarterly hearings scheduled for September 10 and 11, 2026, via virtual hearing, starting at 8:15 a.m. 1 The following petitions will be considered by the board: 1 Please note that all board hearings are recorded by a court reporter and broadcast on the state public affairs network, TVW. September 10, 2026 Petitioner: County of Conviction: Relief Requested: Estimated Start Time: Oliver

The October 2026 scheduled regular meeting dates have changed from October 14-15 for the Washington state parks and recreation commission (commission). The commission will hold its work session and regular public meeting on October 21, 2026, at Washington State Parks Headquarters Auditorium, 300 Desmond Drive S.E., Lacey, WA. Regular meetings run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and include an opportunity for public comment. Work sessions are educational sessions on park operations and issues that eventual

The Washington state department of commerce (commerce) received a notice of intent (NOI) on July 1, 2026, from the city of Airway Heights for voluntary approval of its housing element and associated development regulations under the state's new Housing Accountability Act (RCW 36.70A.835 ). Airway Heights may apply for approval of its housing element and associated development regulations after receipt of the NOI. Further questions and/or comments can be directed to Laura.Hodgson@commerce.wa.gov

Proposed meeting dates for 2027 (Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.): On January 21st, virtual via Zoom at https://dshs-telehealth.zoom.us/j/86909809093?pwd=rmnNOzUsf2RutRAnXhoNZs0YLkb797.1 , Meeting ID 869 0980 9093, Passcode 110996. On April 15th, virtual via Zoom at https://dshs-telehealth.zoom.us/j/84916886435?pwd=a5er6oE7XNOdfE01P6ILh2FWUNpEfv.1 , Meeting ID 849 1688 6435, Passcode 724340. On July 8th, virtual via Zoom at https://dshs-telehealth.zoom.us/j/87506291750?pwd=tScFC4RRUaYSZqNUaISNvJEIyExl

The board of trustees of Walla Walla Community College, District Number Twenty, has made the following change to its regular September meeting: From: Wednesday, September 23, 2026. To: Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Please direct any questions to Doreen Kennedy at email doreen.kennedy@wwcc.edu or phone 509-527-4274.

Pursuant to RCW 42.56.580 , the public records officer for the Washington State School for the Blind is Randi Roehrick, 2214 East 13th Street, Vancouver, WA 98661, phone 360-947-3302, fax 360-737-2120, email randi.roehrick@wssb.wa.gov . Pam Parker Interim Superintendent

Following is the upcoming correctional industries advisory board meetings for 2027: On March 11, 2027, via Microsoft Teams meeting at https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/266411542871043?p=e8kxLVy63GmvowcVsc , Meeting ID 266 411 542 871 043, Passcode 5hc6Np6B. On June 3, 2027, via Microsoft Teams meeting at https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/210856159412948?p=CiZZlmRcNQrKFwpZda , Meeting ID 210 856 159 412 948, Passcode X5ru2Zz2. On September 16, 2027, via Microsoft Teams meeting at https://teams.micr

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The dental quality assurance commission is adopting amendments to WAC 246-817-120 to update approved testing agency names for practical examinations for dental licensure. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 246-817-120. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.32.0357 and 18.32.0365 . Adopted under notice filed as WSR 26-08-057 on March 27, 2026. Changes Other than Editing from Proposed to Adopted Version: In subse

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-07-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating dentist licensure fees in WAC 246-817-990 to add surcharge for impaired practitioner program. The department of health (department), in consultation with the dental quality assurance commission (commission), is proposing rule amendments to WAC 246-817-990 to add the Washington physicians health program (WPHP) impaired practitioner surcharge to initial licensure

The following is the gambling commission's semi-annual rule-making agenda for rules under development for January 1 - June 30 [July 1 - December 31], 2026, pursuant to RCW 34.05.314 . WAC Chapter and/or Section(s) Subject Matter Current Activity Preproposal (CR-101) Proposal (CR-102) or Expedited (CR-105) Permanent (CR-103P) 230-16, 230-06 Gambling equipment in warehouses WSR 19-03-095 ON HOLD Title 230 Self-dealing poker table WSR 26-08-053 CR-101 230-15-320 House surveillance WSR 26-09-101 CR-

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 137-28 WAC. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 72.01.090 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: WAC revisions are necessary to redefine some definitions to better capture the intent of the rules and to create new infractions that align with our current philosophy. Other Federal and State Agencies that Regulate this Subject and the Process Coordinating the Rule with These Agencies:

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Dental licensure requirements; the dental quality assurance commission (commission) is adopting amendments to WAC 246-817-135 Dental licensure without examination — Eligibility and application requirements, to remove requirements pertaining to federal or state tax numbers. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 246-817-135. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.32.0365 . Other Authority: RCW 18.32.215 . Adopted und

SEMI-ANNUAL RULE DEVELOPMENT AGENDA July - December 2026 In accordance with RCW 34.05.314 , Eastern Washington University publishes the following semi-annual, rule development agenda. This agenda is for informational purposes only and items and dates listed below are tentative. Additional rule development activity not on the agenda may occur as conditions warrant. If you have questions about this rule development agenda, please contact Annika Scharosch, Chief of Staff and Compliance, 214 Showalt

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The health care authority (HCA) is creating a new behavioral health rule to implement the requirements of RCW 71.05.110 (2) and 71.05.620 (2), regarding appointed counsel and access to closed Involuntary Treatment Act court files and records. Newly enacted legislation (ESSB [E2SSB] 5745, 2025) amended RCW 71.05.110 to provide that, under certain circumstances, HCA may contract with the office of public defense (OPD) to provide legal

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: This amendment allows licensed midwives to be paid for providing routine newborn services under apple health for the first two weeks of life. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 182-533-0600. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 41.05.021 and 41.05.160 . Adopted under notice filed as WSR 26-12-027 on May 26, 2026. Number of Sections Adopted in Order to Comply with Federal Statute: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; Fed

The Washington state department of commerce (commerce) received a notice of intent (NOI) on June 12, 2026, from the city of Vancouver, consistent with the Growth Management Act requirements within RCW 36.70A.840 Transit-oriented development. Commerce has assigned case #2026-C-444 for this request. Vancouver's notice of intent contained a memorandum titled "Demonstration of Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Equivalency for Substantially Similar Determination of FAR Compliance with RCW 36.70A.840 ." Vancouve

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Recommend rule updates on behalf of the home inspector advisory licensing board. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending chapter 308-408 WAC, Home inspector — Definitions; and chapter 308-408C WAC, Home inspector — Standards of practice. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.280.050 Director's authority, and 18.280.060 Board's authority. Adopted under notice filed as WSR 26-11-064 on May 20, 2026. A final cost-benefit a

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule extends a temporary fishing closure in a portion of Skagit River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-04000F; and amending WAC 220-312-040. 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,

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule closes recreational salmon fishing in the Tulalip Terminal area of Catch Record Card Area 8-2. 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, safet

During the September 27, 2025, meeting, the fish and wildlife commission (commission) approved the following dates and locations for the 2026 calendar. The decision was recently made to cancel the July webinar. Date Meeting Type January 9 Web conference February 12 - 14 Hybrid - Olympia March 12 - 14 Hybrid - Walla Walla April 16 - 18 Hybrid - Olympia May 14 - 16 Canceled June 11 - 13 Hybrid - Olympia July 17 Canceled August 13 - 15 Hybrid - Long Beach September 10 - 12 Hybrid - Olympia October

Effective Date of Rule: July 9, 2026. Purpose: This emergency rule opens an Entiat River recreational salmon season. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-050. 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 that observing the time requi

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Clarifying existing WAC 67-25-183 and 67-25-193, which detail the process of creating a waitlist for services when necessary. Updating the definitions in WAC 67-25-009 and categorization of priority during order of selection to match the federal statute. Updating the maximum age listed for students to receive preemployment transition services in WAC 67-25-009 and 67-25-290 to match state law. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order:

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the schedule of regular meetings for the board of nursing home administrators (board) for the year 2027. The board's meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person below for more information. Agendas for the meetings listed below are made available in advance vi

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the regular schedule of regular meetings for the veterinary board of governors (board) for the year 2027. The board's meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person below for more information. Agendas for the meetings listed below are made available in advance v

In accordance with the Open Public Meeting[s] Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the schedule of regular meetings for the department of health (DOH), music therapy advisory committee (committee), for the year 2026. The committee meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person shown below for more information. Agendas for the meetings listed

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the schedule of regular meetings for the board of optometry (board), for the year 2027. The board's meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person below for more information. Agendas for the meetings listed below are made available in advance via listserv and th

In accordance with the Open Public Meeting[s] Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the schedule of regular meetings for the department of health (DOH), dispensing optician examining committee (committee), for the year 2027. The committee meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person shown below for more information. Agendas for the meetings

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 6, 2026, the Governor's Office received an appeal from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), Northwest Animal Rights Network (NARN), and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) (collectively "Petitioners"), relating to the Washington State Board of Health's denial of a petition to amend WAC 246-101-105 to -810 ( No

In accordance with the Open Public Meeting[s] Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) and the Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 34.05 RCW), the following is the schedule of regular meetings for the department of health (DOH), applied behavior analysis advisory committee (committee), for the year 2027. The committee meetings are open to the public and access for persons with disabilities may be arranged with advance notice; please contact the staff person shown below for more information. Agendas for the mee

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-06-035 and 26-09-003. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-503-0070 Washington apple health — When coverage begins, 182-504-0005 Washington apple health — Retroactive certification period, 182-504-0015 Washington apple health — Certification periods for categorically needy programs, 182-504-0020 Certification periods for the noninstitutional medically needy program, 182-504-0025 Medicare savings program cer

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-11-029. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-526-0280 Continuing a hearing when an appellant is an applicant or recipient. Hearing Location(s): On August 25, 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.micr

Semi-Annual Rules Development Agenda July - December 2026 WAC Chapter or Section Status Purpose of Rule Being Developed or Amended 196-09 Board practices and procedures. Pending The board of registration for professional engineers and land surveyors (board) is considering expanding the categories eligible for a brief adjudicative proceeding. 196-26A Fees. CR-101 filed Standardizing the application fee for professional engineers, including structural applying for licensure. 196-27A Rules of profe