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Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-11-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-414 WAC, Washington standards for cherries. Hearing Location(s): On August 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25039400178020?p=ir8sih5mfPWuv9CMkW , Meeting ID 250 394 001 780 20, Passcode vR7ot9Kz; or dial by phone +1 594-999-2000,,63857368# United States, Olympia. Date of Intended Adoption: January 1, 2027. Submit

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The department of licensing is updating language to be more inclusive in response to a rule-making petition, in addition to fixing grammar issues and correcting citations. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 308-100-005 Definitions, 308-100-110 Renewal online, 308-100-150 Third-party examiner—Qualifications, 308-105-020 Application for enhanced driver's license or identicard, and 308-105-030 Enhanced driver's licen

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 (department). Economic Services Administration Division of Child Support (DCS) Document Title: DCS Administrative Policy 3.00: Authority for Legal Forms. Subject: Authority for legal forms. Effective Date: June 30, 2026. Document Description: This administrative policy explains how the director of DCS de

Effective Date of Rule: July 7, 2026. Purpose: This emergency rule sets temporary fishing closures in a portion of Skagit River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-04000E; 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, safety, or gene

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-008. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Veterinarian, veterinary technician, veterinary medication clerk, and humane society licensing fees. The department of health (department), in consultation with the veterinary board of governors (board), is proposing amendments to WAC 246-933-590, 246-933-990, 246-935-990, and 246-937-990. The proposed amendments include removing the jurisprudence (JP) exam fee for veter

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 70A.15.2040 . Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend sections in Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency (SRCAA) Regulation I, Article II, IV, V, and VI. Hearing Location(s): On Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., at 1610 South Technology Boulevard, #101, Spokane, WA 99224; or an online Zoom link will be provided in the board meeting agenda. Comment period begins August 2, 2026, and ends at the close of the public hearing on Septembe

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: This rule-making order establishes chapter 16-175 WAC, Maple syrup inspection, which creates inspection criteria and licensing requirements tailored specifically to maple syrup processing operations, and amends chapter 16-165 WAC, Food inspection, by updating definitions related to maple syrup processors, ensuring consistency between regulatory frameworks, and clarifying when maple syrup processors are subject to the specialized requ

Continuance of WSR 26-12-055. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-441 WAC, Reporting of emissions of greenhouse gases; and chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act program rule — Cap and invest program updates and linkage. For more information on this rule making visit https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-441-446-cap-and-invest-program-updates-and-linkage . Hear

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Requiring cosmetology, barber, esthetician, and hair designer students to complete training requirements for textured hair prior to licensure. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 308-20-080 Minimum instruction requirements for cosmetology, hair design, barbering, manicuring, esthetics and master esthetics training, and 308-20-105 Minimum instruction requirements for instructor-trainees. Statutory Authority for Adop

The Skagit Valley College board of trustees (board), at their June 9, 2026, meeting, approved the following meeting schedule for 2026-27. Unless otherwise noted, all meetings will be held the second Tuesday of the month, at the Mount Vernon Campus, 2405 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, and will begin at 4:30 p.m. 2026-27 Board Meeting Dates 2026 July No meeting is scheduled August No meeting is scheduled September 11 Annual planning meeting Time and location to be determined October 13

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule closes commercial nonspot shrimp harvest in Region 1B on July 5, 2026, due to projected attainment of the share. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-340-52500C; and amending WAC 220-340-525. 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 necess

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The original premium change transparency rules were adopted in 2023 in chapter 284-30A WAC. These adopted rules outlined administrative regulations to achieve transparency for policyholders receiving premium increases from insurers at renewal on policies like residential property and private passenger auto. The insurance commissioner is adopting rules to create a new phase two with additional insurer requirements and to delay the imp

The Washington state leadership board (WSLB) has changed the following regular meeting: From: Friday, August 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Yakima Valley Community Foundation, 316 East Yakima Avenue, Suite 201, Yakima, WA 98901. To: Monday, August 24, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (PST [PDT]), at Central Washington Legal Aid, 315 Holton Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902. If you need further information, contact WSLB's Operations Manager at P.O. Box 362, Olympia, WA 98501, phone 1-564-201-8246, email

Following is the schedule of regular meetings for the department of financial institutions' covenant homeownership program oversight committee for 2026: Date Time Location 2/24/2026 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Virtual 3/27/2026 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Virtual 6/16/2026 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Virtual 7/7/2026 (Ad hoc) 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. Virtual 9/25/2026 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 215 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W. Olympia, WA 98501 12/?/2026 To be determined Virtual If you need further information, contact Christian Sal

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Update outdated rules relating to public records under Title 210 WAC, and create rules relating to public records under Title 389 WAC. Also to incorporate gender-neutral language. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: New WAC 210-06-075, 210-06-085, 389-06-010, 389-06-020, 389-06-030, 389-06-040, 389-06-050, 389-06-060, 389-06-070, 389-06-080, 389-06-090, 389-06-100, and 389-06-110; repealing WAC 210-06-020, 210-06-050, 210-06-12

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Update outdated rules relating to public records and incorporate gender-neutral language. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: New WAC 474-01-075 and 474-01-085; repealing WAC 474-01-020, 474-01-040, 474-01-050, 474-01-120, 474-01-130, and 474-01-990; and amending WAC 474-01-010, 474-01-030, 474-01-060, 474-01-070, 474-01-080, 474-01-091, 474-01-100, and 474-01-110. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 42.56.040 , 42.56.070 , a

Effective Date of Rule: July 6, 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 220-359-02000L;

Notice of Public Meetings for 2026-2027 The following is the schedule of regular meetings for the board of trustees of Community College District VIII for Bellevue College. These meetings will be a hybrid format available on both Zoom and in the board room (B201) at Bellevue College, 3000 Landerholm Circle S.E., Bellevue, WA, unless otherwise noted below. Date Time Wednesday, August 19, 2026 9:00 a.m. Location to be determined (TBD) Thursday, August 20, 2026 9:00 a.m. Location TBD Monday, Septem

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Update to chapter 118-11 WAC, State [disaster] individual assistance program. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: Chapter 38.52 RCW. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Chapter 118-11 WAC should be updated to reflect the current operating environment of emergency management in Washington. Feedback received from local jurisdictions, tribal partners, and other stakeholders through listening ses

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-04-142. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Nonspouse survivor benefit options. Hearing Location(s): On August 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 277 830 019 137 396, Passcode xR3zg3Vp; or phone 833-322-1218, Code 532 948 671#. Date of Intended Adoption: August 11, 2026. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Ret

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-10-035. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public records rules and procedures. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at Washington State Library, 6880 Capital Boulevard S.E., Tumwater, WA 98501. When attending the hearing, walk into the front lobby of the Washington State Library. You will be escorted to the conference room at 8:55 a.m. to be present when the hearing begins at 9:00 a.m. If you ar

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-08-055 on March 26, 2026. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2026 Deleterious wildlife and chronic wasting disease (CWD): Amending WAC 220-450-030 Live wildlife — Taking from the wild, importation, possession, transfer, and holding in captivity, 220-450-040 Live wildlife — Facility, fencing, and marking requirement, and 220-640-200 Deleterious exotic wildlife; and new WAC 220-640-210 Deleterious exotic captive ce

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Other Findings Required by Other Provisions of Law as Precondition to Adoption or Effectiveness of Rule: Because all rule amendments included in this rule-making order are required by current state statutes, RCW 34.05.380 (3)(a) allows for these rules to become effective immediately upon filing. Purpose: This rule making amends WAC 314-55-075, 314-55-077, and 314-55-079 to align with statutory changes under EHB 2681 (chapter 192, Laws of 2026), wh

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Other Findings Required by Other Provisions of Law as Precondition to Adoption or Effectiveness of Rule: Because all rule amendments included in this rule-making order are required by current state statute, RCW 34.05.380 (3)(a) allows for these rules to become effective immediately upon filing. Purpose: This rule making amends WAC 314-02-087 to align with statutory changes under ESHB 2476, modifying the spirits, beer, and wine theater license, whi

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Other Findings Required by Other Provisions of Law as Precondition to Adoption or Effectiveness of Rule: Because these rules are required by statute, RCW 34.05.380 (3)(a) allows for these rules to become effective immediately upon filing. Purpose: This rule making amends WAC 314-02-065 to align with a statutory change made to RCW 66.24.350 under HB 1526 (chapter 192, Laws of 2026) that became effective June 11, 2026. Snack bars licensed by the liq

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The licensing division is revising these WAC based on E2SHB 1648, relating to child care provider qualifications. The current requirement for providers to have an early childhood education initial certificate or equivalent by August 1, 2026, is being changed to August 1, 2030. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 110-300-0100, 110-301-0100, and 110-302-0100. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 43.216.755 and E2SHB

Effective Date of Rule: July 1, 2026. Purpose: The early learning division's working connections child care (WCCC) program is amending WAC 110-15-0200 Daily child care rates — Licensed or certified child care centers and DCYF contracted seasonal day camps, and 110-15-0225 Special needs rates — Licensed or certified child care centers and seasonal day camps. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 110-15-0200 and 110-15-0225. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 43.216.828 ; HB [S

Subject of Possible Rule Making: WAC 110-50-1180 Purpose, 110-50-1190 Definitions, and 110-50-1200 Department requirements for managing and using unearned income and resources for eligible children and youth in foster care; other related rules. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 74.13.031 and 74.13.060 ; and SSB 5911. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The financial and business services division is amending WAC 110-50

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-20-118 Sale or rental of real estate, license to use real estate. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of revenue (DOR) is amending WAC 458-20-118 to incorporate 2025 legislation from SB [ESSB] 5794. SB [ESSB] 5794 amends that individual storage space rentals or individual storage space leases for 30 days or longer at a self-service storage facility do not constitute t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 26-09-065. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Implementing 2SHB 1701, chapter 196, Laws of 2026. The Washington state liquor and cannabis board (LCB) is proposing to create a new rule and amend existing rules as follows: WAC Amended/New Name 314-02-006 New Liquor licensee leases 314-07-020 Amended Liquor licensee qualifications and application process 314-12-140 Amended Prohibited practices — Contracts — Gifts — Reb

The August 2026 quarterly meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (tour of the SkillSource Center in Wenatchee), from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., at 234 North Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801; and on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and Friday, August 14, 2026, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., at Hilton Garden Inn, 25 North Worthen Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801; or virtually via Zoom at https://dshs-telehealth.zoom.us/j/83748458629?pwd=FVplQ9b5Erq1qyY1vMoE9GciH0FZ6j.1 , Meeting ID 837 4

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is considering amending sections from chapter 388-116 WAC to update maximum rates (WAC 388-116-4020) and minimum qualifications for providers (WAC 388-116-3020). Other related rules may be created, amended, or repealed as necessary. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 50B.04.020 (3)(k) and (l). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The rul

2026 QUARTERLY REPORT ON RULE-MAKING ACTIVITIES Petitions Received The following information is in order to implement RCW 1.08.112 (1)(g) and WAC 1-21-180. The Washington state department of agriculture received zero petitions for rule making during the second quarter of 2026. Date Requestor Subject 1ST QUARTER (JANUARY THROUGH MARCH) 2/26/2026 Richard Cook, Inland Desert Nursery Amend chapter 16-483 WAC to allow bare root grape planting stock cuttings from states with Xiphenema index. 2ND QUART

Following is the department of agriculture's (department) semi-annual rules development agenda for the period July 1 through December 31, 2026, in compliance with RCW 34.05.314 . The department may undertake additional rule-making activity as conditions warrant. If you have questions regarding the department's rule-making agenda, contact Gloriann Robinson at 360-902-1802 or grobinson@agr.wa.gov . SEMI-ANNUAL RULES DEVELOPMENT AGENDA July 1 - December 31, 2026 WAC Chapter Rule Title or Subject Pu

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: Revise outdated school bond guarantee program rules and adjust the schedule of planned debt service payments. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 210-02-010, 210-02-020, 210-02-030, 210-02-050, 210-02-055, 210-02-060, 210-02-080, 210-02-090, 210-02-115, 210-02-120, 210-02-130, 210-02-160, 210-02-180, and 210-02-200. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 39.98.080 and 43.33.040 . Adopted under notice filed as WSR 26

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 308-12 WAC, Architects; chapter 308-13 WAC, Board of licensure for landscape architects; chapter 308-15 WAC, Geologist licensing services; chapter 308-30 WAC, Notaries public; chapter 308-33 WAC, Employment agencies—Fee schedules; and chapter 308-48 WAC, Funeral directors, embalmers, crematories, alkaline hydrolysis facilities, and natural organic reduction facilities; and WAC 308-18-150 Private security guard company, private security guard, and armed pr

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 36-12 WAC, Professional boxing; chapter 36-13 WAC, Wrestling; and chapter 36-14 WAC, Professional and amateur martial arts; and WAC 308-11-030 Auctioneer fees, 308-14-200 Court reporter fees, 308-17-150 Private investigative agency, private investigator, and armed private investigator fees, 308-19-130 Bail bond recovery agent, bail bond agency, branch office and bail bond agent fees, 308-20-210 Fees, 308-29-045 Collection agency fees, 308-70-130 Fees, 308

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule opens the coastal commercial salmon summer troll season. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-354-30000A; and amending WAC 220-354-300. 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, o

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Temporary exemptions from licensure for music therapy applicants. The department of health (department) is considering new rules to implement SHB 2363 (chapter 27, Laws of 2026), to allow music therapy applicants who meet the statutory requirements to practice music therapy while their application and exam results are pending. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.233.060 , 18.233.070 , and SHB 2363 (chapter 27, Laws of 2026). Rea

Pursuant to RCW 34.05.312 , the rules coordinator for Shoreline College is Ann Garnsey-Harter, 16101 Greenwood Avenue North, Shoreline, WA 98133, phone 206-546-5879, email agarnsey@shoreline.edu. Jack S. Kahn, Ph.D. President

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-086. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 51-11R WAC, adoption and amendment of the 2024 Washington state energy code (WSEC), residential provisions. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Room 2208, Olympia, WA 98504; and on August 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at 808 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Council Briefing Center Room, Spokane, WA 99201. Please access the

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-129. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amendment and adoption of the 2024 Washington state energy code (WSEC), commercial provisions, chapter 51-11C WAC. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at 1500 Jefferson Street S.E., Room 2208, Olympia, WA 98504; and on August 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at 808 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Council Briefing Center Room, Spokane, WA 99201. Please access the

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-674 WAC, Weights and measures—Exemptions, weighmasters and device registration. The Washington state department of agriculture (WSDA) is proposing repealing WAC 16-674-030(3), which requires weighmaster applicants to have a current bond in the amount specified in RCW 15.80.480 . Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 16-674-030(3) references RCW 15.80.480 , which was repealed in

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Regarding "universal service," the utilities and transportation commission (commission) initiates this rule making of chapter 480-123 WAC to consider amending existing rules, adopting new rules, and eliminating some existing rules. These rules relate to the federal high-cost and lifeline (low-income) programs, eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs), and the state universal communications service (UCS) program. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules o

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OPINION WASHINGTON ATTORNEY GENERAL The Washington attorney general routinely publishes notice of an opportunity to comment for opinion requests that we receive from the heads of state agencies, state legislators, and county prosecuting attorneys if we anticipate publishing a formal opinion in response to the request. We do so in order to provide members of the public with a chance to provide any legal analysis that they would like us to consider as we de

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The juvenile rehabilitation division (JRD) is amending chapter 110-730 WAC, Security classifications of young people in juvenile rehabilitation, to address the process for young people entering the secure facility and the security classification and behavior management system changes. WAC will also be retitled, reorganized, and redundancy removed to provide additional clarity on the program requirements. Citation of Rules Affected by

Effective Date of Rule: Thirty-one days after filing. Purpose: The purpose of the proposed rule is to amend it to conform with RCW 28B.10.293 , which prohibits institutions of higher education from withholding transcripts or delaying registration as a method of debt collection. The current rules allow the University of Washington (university) to withhold transcripts or delay registration if a student has outstanding parking citations. The university needs to amend the rules to comply with state