Proposals

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Making adjustments to tolling exemptions on tolled bridges (WAC 468-270-085). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In order to meet statutory direction, this proposal eliminates tolling exemptions for publicly and privately operated transit buses, vans, and ride share vehicles on tolled bridges (State Route (SR) 520 Bridge and the SR 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge), effective October 1, 2025. This

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-04-030, 24-04-031, 24-04-032, and 24-04-033. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This proposal would add a new chapter to Title 388 WAC, WA cares fund. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the department of social and health services (DSHS) website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-and-public-hearings for the most current information. Date of

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-03-087. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 365-196 WAC, Procedural criteria for adopting comprehensive plans and development regulation; and chapter 365-195 WAC, Growth Management Act — Best available science. Hearing Location(s): On August 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, virtual via Zoom at https://wastatecommerce.zoom.us/j/82105365786?pwd=TwQFhxktbTu6a5b2VTqQ69CkFgnjed.1 . Date of Intended Adoption

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-066. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132Z-120 WAC, Supplemental sex discrimination student code of conduct and procedures. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Cascadia College (Cascadia), CC2-260. Date of Intended Adoption: September 17, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Susan Thomas, 18345 Campus Way N.E., email sthomas@cascadia.edu , beginning June 12, 2025, 2:00 p.m., by Augu

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-01-089. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-424 WAC, Clean fuels program rule. For more information on this rule making, please visit https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-424 . Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PT, via webinar, register at https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/w5PpSWg6SoCTQMtmffQk7Q ; Call in is available via usi

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-10-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-533-0610 Birth doula services — Purpose, 182-533-0620 Birth doula services — Definitions, 182-533-0630 Birth doula services — Client eligibility, 182-533-0640 Birth doula services — Provider requirements, 182-533-0650 Birth doula services — Documentation requirements, 182-533-0660 Birth doula services — Covered services, 182-533-0665 Birth doula services — Noncov

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-060. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The division of child support (DCS) is amending WAC 388-14A-1020 and adding new WAC 388-14A-4630 to implement HB 1262 (chapter 248, Laws of 2023). HB 1262, which took effect on July 23, 2023, is now codified as RCW 26.23.063 . It establishes a requirement that employers report lump sum payments to DCS if they are over $500 if there is an income withholding order in place

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-066. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132Z-120 WAC, Supplemental sex discrimination student code of conduct and procedures. Hearing Location(s): On August 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., at Cascadia College (college), CC2-260. Date of Intended Adoption: September 17, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Susan Thomas, 18345 Campus Way N.E., email sthomas@cascadia.edu , beginning June 12, 2025, 2:00 p.m., by Augus

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-06-021. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The board of pilotage commissioners (BPC), in consultation with the department of ecology (ecology), is formally proposing to amend chapter 363-116 WAC, Pilotage rules. Chapter 363-116 WAC describes the training, licensing, and regulation of Washington state maritime pilots to ensure safe pilotage. Chapter 363-116 WAC also describes tug escort requirements for oil tanker

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-151. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Bates Technical College (college) is adopting chapter 495A-400 WAC, Student code of conduct. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at Bates Technical College, Downtown Campus Auditorium, 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405. Date of Intended Adoption: August 28, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Hannah Herber, 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 984

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-015. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 67-25-283 Eligibility — Criteria for categorization of significance of disability and 67-25-193 Eligibility — Order of selection. Hearing Location(s): On July 23, 2025, at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., virtually via Zoom at https://dsb-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/97896248570?pwd=zJf8U9vsGlrxmh7NyutjmS2EkB87Fx.1 . American Sign Language and communication access real-time transcription provi

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-009. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public records rules and procedures. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., at the 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

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-090. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-78A-225 Acceptance of alternative standards and additions to national standards for school counselor and school psychologist preparation programs. Hearing Location(s): On July 24, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., virtually via Zoom meeting. A Zoom link to join the meeting will be available several weeks prior to the meeting on the website at https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-us/b

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-08-101. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-85-033 Activity-based continuing education credit hours for professional educator advisory board (PEAB) and educator preparation program review team. Hearing Location(s): On July 24, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., virtually via Zoom meeting. A zoom link to join the meeting will be available several weeks prior to the meeting on the website at https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-u

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-02-021. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-833-0017 Who may become an intensive habilitation services provider? and 388-833-0019 Is a site visit required and what does DDA review during a site visit? Effective May 1, 2025, the developmental disabilities administration (DDA) will move under the home and community living administration (HCLA). The former DDA will be known as the developmental disabilities c

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 29-05-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132H-140 WAC, College property use. Hearing Location(s): On September 25, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., via Zoom meeting at https://bellevuecollege.zoom.us/j/86129925295?pwd=r8Zks0Z0qo48KGSPeuQXK3HglY5sdB.1 , Meeting ID 861 2992 5295, Passcode 666260. Date of Intended Adoption: December 10, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Loreen McRea Keller, Bellevue Colle

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-018. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-501-0100 Subrogation. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must register in advance at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VITsQt7BTjSW_XXGHQ5GqQ#/registration . If the link above opens with an error m

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-060. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Inspection requirements for modifications or remodels. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing to amend WAC 246-945-230 to clarify circumstances necessitating a remodel inspection due to pharmaceutical facility modifications or remodels. Hearing Location(s): On August 14, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries, 7273 Lin

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-22-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updating the public disclosure commission (PDC) enforcement penalty schedules and procedures. Hearing Location(s): On July 24, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at the Public Disclosure Commission, 711 Capitol Way South, Suite 206, Olympia, WA 98504. Remote participation available (instructions will be provided with meeting announcement). Date of Intended Adoption: July 24, 2025. Subm

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-049. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Title 314 WAC; the Washington state liquor and cannabis board (board) is proposing amendments to the following sections of Title 314 WAC to address two petitions for rule making accepted in April 2023 and accepted in part in July 2023 regarding acceptable forms of identification for alcohol and cannabis customer age verification: WAC 314-01-005 Definitions, 314-11-025 Wh

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) seeks to amend and clarify rules in chapters 220-200, 220-400, 220-413, 220-414, 220-415, and 220-416 WAC based on the passage of SHB 1325 in the 2025 legislative session. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of this expedited rule project is to amend rules based on passage of SHB 1325 and clarify existing enforcement language in hunting

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-23-010 on November 18, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amend WAC 220-353-080 to provide more detailed information about scheduling and testing commercial fishing gear. Hearing Location(s): On Monday, July 14, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__qHHypyXTkyezyiO71jKPg . To sign up to comment at the meeting, please fill out this form by no later than 11:59 p.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-02-073. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public records, chapter 474-01 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., at 416 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W., Room 230, 2nd Floor, Conference Room; or via phone at 564-999-2000 or 833-322-1218, Conference ID 533 710 789#. Date of Intended Adoption: July 9, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Jilene Siegel, Legislative Building, 416 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W., Room 230

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-02-091. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public records for state finance committee and public deposit protection commission. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., at 416 Sid Snyder Avenue S.W., Room 230, 2nd floor, Conference Room; or via phone at 564-999-2000 or 833-322-1218, Conference ID 986 819 666#. Date of Intended Adoption: July 9, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Jilene Siegel, Legislati

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-104-170 Alcohol or drug abuse treatment program, and 308-96A-062 Transfer or destruction of honorary consul special license plates. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This rule making proposes to repeal WAC 308-96A-062 to align with federal and state directives as the department of licensing (DOL) no longer issues honorary consul plates. Additionally, amending WAC 308-104-170 to pr

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-18-120. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-101-240 Probation in habitual traffic offender matters. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., via Zoom meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82308156923?pwd=WnfsuHHN9wkEe4SLzD5N9DBakVb135.1 , Meeting ID 823 0815 6923, Passcode 734100; or one-tap mobile +12532158782,,82308156923#,,,,*734100# US (Tacoma), +12532050468,,82308156923#,,,,*734100# US, Mee

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-01-020. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington department of ecology (ecology) proposes to revise chapter 173-337 WAC, Safer products restrictions and reporting, to adopt restrictions and reporting requirements related to the intentional use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the following product categories: • The proposed rule restricts the intentional use of PFAS in: o Apparel and acce

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-062. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Elevator fees; chapter 296-96 WAC, Safety regulations and fees for all elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and other conveyances. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, 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 at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/81410435789?pwd=erVg1uwbTSthK8m75JyKfm85lK3

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-151. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Nurse administrator education and experience requirements for baccalaureate nursing education programs. The Washington state board of nursing (board) is proposing amendments to education and experience requirements for nurse administrators of baccalaureate nursing education programs in WAC 246-840-517 in response to E2SSB 5582 (chapter 126, Laws of 2023), codified as RCW

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-07-002. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-106-0336 What services may I receive under the residential support waiver?, and 388-106-0338 Am I eligible for services funded by the residential support waiver? Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the department of social and health services (DSHS) website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-an

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-23-007. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: These sections are titled continuing education (CE) and what topics may be covered in CE. WAC 388-71-0836 What definitions apply to the long-term care worker training requirements?, 388-71-0985 What is continuing education and what topics may be covered in continuing education?, 388-112A-0010 What definitions apply to this chapter?, and 388-112A-0600 What is continuing e

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-10-064. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Denturist rules regarding updating renewal licensure requirements of the jurisprudence (JP) examination. The board of denturists (board) is proposing revisions to WAC 246-812-159 to ensure licensees are made aware of the profession's regulations and standards through the successful completion of the annual JP examination. Hearing Location(s): On August 21, 2025, at 12:00

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-20-101. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-551 WAC, Subchapter I, Hospice services. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virtual public hearing, you must register in advance at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jShpScoNQWqeBBlZ8bPCNQ . If the link above opens with an

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 242-03-060 Board office. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This proposal is to change the street address of the environmental and land use hearings office (ELUHO), growth management hearings board (GMHB). People wishing to do business with GMHB in person will need to go to a new location in August 2025. This rule change will also remove unnecessary email addresses from GMHB's contact

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 371-08-320 Board office hours and contact information. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This proposal is to change the street address of the environmental and land use hearings office (ELUHO), pollution control hearings board (PCHB). People wishing to do business with PCHB in person will need to go to a new location in August 2025. Reasons Supporting Proposal: ELUHO is vacating its c

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 461-08-320 Board office hours and contact information. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This proposal is to change the street address of the environmental and land use hearings office (ELUHO), shorelines hearings board (SHB). People wishing to do business with SHB in person will need to go to a new location beginning August 2025. Reasons Supporting Proposal: ELUHO is vacating its cur

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 198-14-030 Agency description — Contact information — Public records officer. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This proposal is to change the street address of the environmental and land use hearings office (ELUHO). People wishing to do business with ELUHO in person will need to go to a new location beginning August 2025. Reasons Supporting Proposal: ELUHO is vacating its current bui

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-09-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-503-0100 Washington apple health — Rights and responsibilities, 182-511-1250 Apple health for workers with disabilities (HWD) — Premium payments, 182-512-0650 SSI-related medical — Available income, 182-512-0700 SSI-related medical — Income eligibility, and 182-513-1615 Tailored supports for older adults (TSOA) — General eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On July

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-084. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chiropractic fees and renewal cycle updates. The department of health (department) in collaboration with the chiropractic quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-808-990 to update chiropractic and X-ray technician licensure, registration, renewal, and other fees including clarifying updates. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 11

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-007. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Supplemental Title IX student conduct procedures; amending WAC 132Q-10-600, 132Q-10-601, 132Q-10-602, 132Q-10-603, 132Q-10-604, 132Q-10-606, 132Q-10-607, and 132Q-10-608; and new WAC 132Q-10-609. Hearing Location(s): On July 22, 2025, at 8:35 a.m., at 1810 North Greene Street, Building 1, Room 212, Spokane, WA. Date of Intended Adoption: July 22, 2025. Submit Written Com

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-047. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 260-48-960 Handicapping contest. Hearing Location(s): On July 8, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., via Zoom teleconference. Link will be available at www.whrc.wa.gov prior to the meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: July 8, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Amanda Benton, 6326 Martin Way, Suite 209, email Amanda.benton@whrc.wa.gov , fax 360-459-6461, beginning May 9, 2025, at 8:00

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Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 70A.15.2040 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Regulation of the Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA). Hearing Location(s): On July 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the NWCAA Office, 1600 South 2nd Street, Mount Vernon, WA; or via video and teleconference at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83619057442 , Meeting ID 836 1905 7442, Phone 253-215-8782. Date of Intended Adoption: July 10, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Mark Buford, 1600 South 2nd

Supplemental Notice to WSR 25-05-047. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-21-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-878-0020 Outpatient competency restoration program (OCRP) — Definitions, 388-878-0030 Clinically appropriate for outpatient competency restoration services, 388-878-0040 Assignment of clients and initial intake, 388-878-0050 Conditions of participation, 388-878-0060 OCR

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Improving accessibility, updating taxonomy, and correcting typographical and spelling errors in invasive/nonnative species, food fish listings, including WAC 220-640-030 Prohibited level 1 species, 220-640-050 Prohibited level 3 species, 220-640-060 Regulated Type A species, 220-300-370 Food fish — Classification, 220-300-380 Game fish — Classification, and 220-320-010 Shellfish — Classification. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects

Supplemental Notice to WSR 24-19-081. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-109. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 388-881 WAC, Sexual predator program — External oversight; and possible other sections in chapter 388-880 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the department of social and health services (DSHS) website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sesa/rpau/proposed-rules-and-public-hearings for the mos

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-090. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-08 WAC, Practice and procedure. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., via Zoom meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85178686149?pwd=Nmeze1XQUkFmnznBgDjwnd6EgZyurk.1 , Meeting ID 851 7868 6149, Passcode 587146; or One-tap mobile +12532158782,,85178686149#,,,,*587146# U.S. (Tacoma), +12532050468,,85178686149#,,,,*587146# U.S., Meeting ID 851 786