Preproposals

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

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

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

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

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

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

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The Washington state department of transportation (WSDOT) has implemented an emergency WAC change effective August 1, 2026, amending WAC 468-16-030 and 468-16-140. WAC 468-16-030 defines terms related to prequalification of contractors and establishes the capacity multiplier as a number between 5 and 7.5. This change will increase those multipliers to a number between 7.5 and 12.5. WAC 468-16-140 establishes the criteria for adjusting the maximum capacity rating

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Phase 1: The state board of health (board) is considering creating new chapter 246-370 WAC to establish updated minimum environmental health and safety standards for schools that serve students in grades kindergarten through 12 (K-12). The board is also considering repealing or amending portions of chapter 246-366 WAC. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 43.20.050 (2)(d). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What The

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The subject of this rule making is chapter 365-212 WAC, Manufactured/mobile home relocation assistance program. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 43.330.040 Director powers and duties. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: We are looking to repeal WAC 365-212-010 to 365-212-090 as they are obsolete and inaccurate due to statute and programmatic changes since they were established in 2003.

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 296-155 WAC, Part L, Cranes, rigging, and personnel lifting. Also, a cross reference to chapter 296-155 WAC, Part L will be added to the scope of chapter 296-863 WAC, Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks (WAC 296-863-100). Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 49.17.010 , 49.17.040 , 49.17.050 , and 49.17.060 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: On December 11, 2025, the d

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Accreditation of schools or colleges of pharmacy. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is considering amending WAC 246-945-155, 246-945-162, and 246-945-163; and adding a new section in chapter 246-945 WAC, if necessary, to codify the commission's recognized accreditation body for schools or colleges of pharmacy. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.64.005 and 18.64.080 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The Washington utilities and transportation commission (commission) commences this rule making to consider removal of the maximum rates contained in household goods tariff 15-C, or other alternative forms of rate making, along with potential modification of rules within chapter 480-15 WAC related to tariff rates and consumer protection. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 80.01.040 , 80.04.160 , 81.01.010 , 81.04.160 , 81.04.250 ,

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Tribal peace officers purchasing service credit. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 41.26.567 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The department of retirement systems is undertaking rule making to expressly incorporate the requirements of RCW 41.26.567 regarding tribal general authority peace officers establishing service credit for prior service. Process for Developing New Rule: Negot

Subject of Possible Rule Making: These rules clarify that residents of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities have the right to an administrative hearing under chapter 182-526 WAC, related to transfers or discharges from such facilities and that the health care authority (agency) does not provide an administrative hearing right to residents in veteran's homes, assisted living facilities, enhanced services facilities, or adult family homes. This CR-101 replaces WSR 26-09-015, which was

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Incorporating certain federal requirements. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: SECURE Act of 2019 (P.L. 116-94), SECURE Act 2.0 of 2022 (P.L. 117-328), and PATH Act of 2015 (P.L. 114-113). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The department of retirement systems is undertaking rule making to expressly incorporate certain federal requirements from the SECURE and PATH acts into its general rule

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

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

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:

Subject of Possible Rule Making: WAC 456-10-730. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: Chapter 82.03 RCW. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Provide clarity and understanding to the process the rule governs. Other Federal and State Agencies that Regulate this Subject and the Process Coordinating the Rule with These Agencies: None. Process for Developing New Rule: Updating rule internally. Interested parties can participate in

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

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

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

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

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

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

Subject of Possible Rule Making: WAC 182-534-0200 Enhanced payments for EPSDT well-child checkups for children in out-of-home placement; 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 removing outdated language from this rule to align with federal requirements, as well as department of children, yo

Subject of Possible Rule Making: (1) Housing Accountability Act (SB [E2SSB] 5148) concerning compliance with the Growth Management Act. (2) Updates based on recent housing element growth management hearings board case findings related to land capacity, adequate provisions, and implementation of comprehensive plans. (3) Parking Reform and Modernization Act (SB [E2SSB] 5184). (4) Local permit review processes (SB 5290). (5) Transit-oriented development (HB [3SHB] 1491). (6) Density bonuses for rel

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 16-750 WAC. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 17.10.010 , 17.10.070 , 17.10.080 , and 17.10.350 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The state noxious weed control board (board) is charged with updating the state noxious weed list on an annual basis to ensure it accurately reflects the noxious weed control priorities and noxious weed distribution, as well as updating its bylaws

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Establishing the clinical experience graduate pilot program to implement SSB 5185 (chapter 154, Laws of 2026). The Washington medical commission (commission) is considering adding new sections to chapter 246-919 WAC to establish a limited license for international medical graduates and a pilot program to allow supervised practice as a pathway to full licensure, to implement SSB 5185. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 18.71.017 ,

Subject of Possible Rule Making: WAC 182-115-0100 Certified peer counselor; 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 rule currently allows certified peer counselors to provide medicaid-reimbursable peer services until December 31, 2026, and provides that certified peer support specialists will supersede certified peer counsel

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Implementing the law enforcement officers' and firefighters' retirement system (LEOFF) Plan 1 termination and restatement bill and incorporating certain federal requirements. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 41.50.050 , chapter 261, Laws of 2026; SECURE Act 2.0 of 2022 (P.L. 117-328); SECURE Act of 2019 (P.L. 116-94); and PATH Act of 2015 (P.L. 114-113). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accompl

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Central Washington University (CWU) intends to adopt rules amending WAC 106-156-010 through 106-156-015 pertaining to housing and dining hall services. 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 student live in requiremen

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The employment security department (department), leave and care division, is considering rules for the long-term services and supports trust (WA Cares fund) program to implement portions of the program related to penalties and interest for unpaid premiums. Additional rules to clarify exemption application requirements and other portions of chapter 50B.04 RCW may be considered as necessary. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 50B.04

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 392-425 WAC, Transition to kindergarten. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: ESSB 6260 (2026); RCW 28A.150.290 and 28A.300.072 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: In accordance with ESSB 6260 (2026) and RCW 28A.300.072 , the office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) is considering amendments to chapter 392-425 WAC to adopt permanent rules authorizing local education agen

Subject of Possible Rule Making: The rule making will deal with the implementation of RCW 81.77.040 , and WAC 480-70-011 and 480-70-016, as to whether the collection and transportation of residual waste from a material recovery facility (MRF) for disposal is subject to economic regulation by the utilities and transportation commission (commission). Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 80.01.040 and 81.04.160 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and Wha

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 16-483 WAC, Grape pest quarantine. As a result of a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is considering amendments to WAC 16-483-030 that would exempt bare-root grape cuttings, which are shipped without soil or media, from certain requirements when the grape planting stock originates from a state infested with Xiphinema index . The department may also consider other changes that improve readability and clarity of the rule.

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Implementation of section 1307 of ESSB 5801 (2025), Impounded vehicles owned by indigent persons. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: Chapter 46.55 RCW, Towing and impoundment; RCW 46.01.110 Rule-making authority; and ESSB 5801, chapter 417, Laws of 2025. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: ESSB 5801 from the 2025 legislative session directs the department of licensing to create a program thr

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 212-80 WAC, Fire protection sprinkler system contractors; and chapter 212-90 WAC, Fire protection sprinkler fitting. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: Chapters 18.160 and 18.270 RCW. Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: SHB 2472 amended chapter 18.160 RCW, Fire sprinkler system contractors; and RCW 18.270.070 Violations—Investigations, relating to the fire sprinkler contractor licens

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Revising WAC 139-12-010 to add and update language. Revising WAC 139-12-020 to add and update definitions. Revising WAC 139-12-030 to add clarification, updates, and references to independent investigation criteria. Splitting up WAC 139-12-030 into new sections. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 43.101.080 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: This rule change will add clarity for those

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Revisions to chapter 132M-126 WAC, Code of student conduct. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 28B.50.140 (13). Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Lower Columbia College (college) is considering amendments to chapter 132M-126 WAC, Code of student conduct. The proposed amendments may modify, clarify, and update the college's standards of conduct for students. These revisions will include

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Revisions to chapter 132M-110 WAC, Public records disclosure policy. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 28B.50.140 (13), 42.56.040 , 42.56.070 , and 42.56.100 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Lower Columbia College is considering revising WAC 132M-110-060 so that the president designates the public records officer. Additional revisions may include updated contact information for the

Subject of Possible Rule Making: 2027 Industrial insurance premium rates. Chapter 296-17 WAC, General reporting rules, audit and recordkeeping, rates and rating system for Washington workers' compensation insurance; and chapter 296-17B WAC, Retrospective rating for workers' compensation insurance. Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 51.16.035 , 51.04.020 (1), and 51.18.010 . Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The depart

Subject of Possible Rule Making: Implementation of 2026 legislation (HB 2338, 69th legislature, 2026 regular session) authorizing the department of commerce (commerce) to expand the existing low-income weatherization program described in chapter 70A.35 RCW to include community scaled projects. A community scaled project is a weatherization project that includes multiple dwelling units in the same neighborhood or area where overlapping factors such as environmental, social, or economic conditions