Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-077. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) is proposing to amend WAC 388-400-0040 Am I eligible for benefits through the Washington Basic Food program?, 388-408-0050 Does the department consider me homeless for basic food benefits?, and 388-444-0035 Who is exempt from ABAWD time limits and minimum work requirements? Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 10:0

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-060. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-892-0500 What is DVR's payment system for VR service contracts? 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 most current information. Date of Intended Adoption: No earlier than Ju

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-1850 Payment methodology for physician-related services — General and billing modifiers. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 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_ZzFEujP

Continuance of WSR 24-1-141 [24-21-141]. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-014. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Green River College, rules of student conduct. Hearing Location(s): On June 25, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at Green River College, 31920 124th Avenue S.E., River Room SA 200, Auburn, WA 98092; or join Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88056380661?pwd=ieIOSdUa8JiAho4EueaPYXad4JC6MA.1 , Meeting ID 880 5638 0661, Passcode 068068; or One-tap mobile

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-23-097. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-423 WAC, Clean vehicles program. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., via webinar. Join online and see instructions at https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/_wd8Y8cpRmSvFcyQNQXZ1Q ; and On June 25, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., via webinar. Join online and see instructions at https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/67Op7iOwQp2LeHh_kFTQwA .

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-108. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections are amended: WAC 182-08-196 What happens if my health plan becomes unavailable?, 182-12-128 When may an employee waive enrollment in public employees benefits board (PEBB) medical and when may they enroll in PEBB medical after having waived enrollment?, 182-12-205 May a retiree or a survivor defer enrollment or voluntarily terminate enrollment unde

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-107. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections in chapter 182-08 WAC are being amended: WAC 182-08-015 Definitions, 182-08-187 How do employing agencies and contracted vendors correct enrollment errors and is there a limit on retroactive enrollment?, 182-08-197 When must a newly eligible employee, or an employee who regains eligibility for the employer contribution, elect public employees benef

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-109. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The following sections in chapter 182-30 WAC are amended: WAC 182-30-020 Definitions, 182-30-050 What are the requirements regarding premium surcharges?, and 182-30-060 How do school employees benefits board (SEBB) organizations and contracted vendors correct enrollment errors? The following sections in chapter 182-31 WAC are amended: WAC 182-31-020 Definitions, 182-31-0

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-08-055; and proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 132F-325 WAC, Environmental policy. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., via Zoom. Date of Intended Adoption: June 25, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Lorine Hill, 1500 Harvard Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122, email compliance@seattlecolleges.edu . Assistance for Persons with Di

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-10-006 [25-07-027]; and proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Title IX student code of conduct. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., via Zoom. Date of Intended Adoption: June 25, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Lorine Hill, 1500 Harvard Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122, email compliance@seattlecolleges.edu . Assistance for Persons with D

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-22-123. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This proposal would: Add new sections to chapter 388-76 WAC and amend WAC 388-76-10320 Resident record; Add new sections to chapter 388-78A WAC and amend WAC 388-78A-2410 Content of resident records; and Add new sections to chapter 388-107 WAC and amend WAC 388-107-0560 Resident records — Clinical records. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually v

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-22-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Admissions, registration, graduation, and tuition and fee waivers for Community College District VIII. Hearing Location(s): On September 25, 2025, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., via Teams [contact college for link], Meeting ID 252 578 619 574 8, Passcode eE6P7vK3; or dial in by phone +1 206-899-2345,,438437776# United States, Bainbridge Island, Phone Conference ID 438 437 776#.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-09-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-752 WAC, Noxious weed seed and plant quarantine. As a result of multiple petitions received, the department of agriculture (department/WSDA) is proposing adding additional species to the noxious weed seed and plant quarantine, which would prohibit their sale and distribution. These species include: Common (English) Ivy ( Hedera helix ); Atlantic/Boston Ivy ( H

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-087 and 25-06-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-565 WAC, Health-related social needs (HRSN) program: Subchapter I, Housing transition navigation services; and Subchapter II, Rental services. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 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 regist

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-21-090. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-303 WAC, Seed assessment, fees for seed services and seed certification. Hearing Location(s): On June 24, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OTdlZjczZmMtNTJmOS00NGIxLTkzNzktM2QzZTFkMjcwZGU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2211d0e217-264e-400a-8ba0-57dcc127d72d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22838c55c7-c18

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-120 on January 21, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2025 North of Falcon recreational fisheries rule making. The Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is considering amendments to current recreational fishing rules resulting from stakeholder recommendations made during North of Falcon meetings: WAC 220-312-020 Freshwater exceptions to statewide rules — Coast, 220-312-030 Freshwater exceptio

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-121 on January 21, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2025 North of Falcon Puget Sound commercial salmon seasons; the Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to WAC 220-354-050 Registration and limited participation salmon net fishery, 220-354-080 Puget Sound salmon — Closed areas, 220-354-120 Puget Sound salmon — Purse seine — Open periods, 220-354-140 Puget Sound salmo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-122 on January 21, 2025. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: 2025 North of Falcon coastal commercial salmon seasons; the department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) is proposing amendments to WAC 220-354-250 Willapa Bay salmon fall fishery and 220-354-290 Grays Harbor salmon fall fishery. Hearing Location(s): On June 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-15-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Uniform facility enforcement framework for pharmacy. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing to implement a uniform process for fining pharmaceutical firms in new WAC 246-945-007 Civil fines for pharmaceutical firms. The proposed rules implement ESSB 5271 (chapter 121, Laws of 2024). Hearing Location(s): On June 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at Capi

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-074. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Public safety employees retirement system (PSERS) membership for certain department of social and health services (DSHS) employees. Hearing Location(s): On June 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 283 713 806 414, Passcode Z4Rg7Dk9; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 103 301 667#. Date of Inten

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-04-047. 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-and-public-hearings for the most current information. Date of Intended Adoption: Not earlier than July 9, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: DSHS Rules Coordinator, P.O. Box 45850, Olympia, WA 98504, email DSHSRPAURulesCoo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-07-063. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Renton Technical College (college) is amending rules to WAC 495E-110-010, 495E-110-030, 495E-110-140, 495E-110-060, 495E-110-070, 495E-110-080, 495E-110-090, 495E-110-100, 495E-110-110, 495E-110-120, 495E-110-130, 495E-110-140, 495E-110-150, 495E-110-160, 495E-110-225, 495E-110-240, 495E-110-260, 495E-110-280, 495E-110-290, 495E-110-300, and 495E-110-310, student conduct

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-053. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-71-1031 What is the curriculum approval process for orientation, safety, the 70-hour basic training population specific training, the 30-hour basic training, the seven hour parent provider training, and continuing education? and 388-112A-1010 What is the curriculum approval process for orientation, safety training, basic training, population specific training, sp

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-02-069. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-534 WAC, Early periodic screening, diagnosis and treatment (EPSDT). Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 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_RL4mX3veTMyprKg2HFDoHA . If

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-07-042 and 25-04-077. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Puget Sound Gateway (PSG) facility (State Route (SR) 167 Expressway and SR 509 Expressway) toll rates, fees, and policies; implementing toll rates for pay-by-mail transactions on the SR 167 high occupancy toll (HOT) lanes/express toll lanes (ETLs); and other clarifying amendments. Hearing Location(s): On June 17, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., virtually via Zoom. Regi

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This rule making would revise adoption-by-reference dates and correct ministerial errors in Title 480 WAC to incorporate the most recent version of adopted federal rules and other adopted publications and provide corrected phone numbers and reference links. Rules affected include: WAC 480-14-999, 480-15-999, 480-30-999, 480-31-999, 480-62-999, 480-70-999, 480-75-999, 480-93-999, 480-100-999, 480-108-999, 48-109-999, 480-110-999, 480-120-999, and 4

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-07-048. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-0425 Collaborative care. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 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_RL4mX3veTMyprKg2HFDoHA . If the link above opens with an error message,

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-180 WAC, Produce safety. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of agriculture (department) is proposing the establishment of chapter 16-180 WAC in order to adopt the 2024 version of the United States Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) produce safety rule (PSR) (21 C.F.R. Part 112), which establishes science-based minimum standards for the safe growing, harvesting,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-005. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Psychology; proposing updates to revise licensure standards and implement recent legislation. Amending chapter 246-924 WAC, including repealing sections and creating new sections. The examining board of psychology (board) is proposing changes to update licensure standards and implement recent legislation, including 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), and E2SHB 2247 (c

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Home care aide (HCA) requirements. Expanding who qualifies for exemptions from the requirement to obtain an HCA certification in chapter 246-980 WAC to implement recent legislation. The department of health (department) is implementing SB 5811 (chapter 322, Laws of 2024), which expands who qualifies for exemptions from the requirement to obtain an HCA certification. For

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-07-038. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 262-01-070, length of fixed term of senior managing underwriter. Hearing Location(s): On June 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PST, at 1000 Second Avenue, 27th Floor Board Room, Seattle, WA 98104. To participate telephonically in the United States, please dial either toll-free number 1-888-788-0099 or 1-877-853-5247. Date of Intended Adoption: June 26, 2025. Submit Written Co

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-114. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Certification of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologists. The department of health (department) is proposing creating a new section of rule and amending existing rules in chapter 246-926 WAC, Radiologic imaging professionals, to implement SHB 2355 (chapter 94, Laws of 2024), which establishes certification of MRI technologists. The department also proposes houseke

Supplemental Notice to WSR 25-03-081. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-06-026. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Rule making to revise WAC 314-55-015 General information about cannabis licenses. The proposed rule language amends WAC 314-55-015 to allow persons under 21 years of age (minors) on the licensed premises of cannabis producers and processors provided certain conditions are met. The proposed rule language allows two groups of minors on the licensed pre

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-104. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Olympic College (college) student conduct code. Hearing Location(s): On June 3, 2025, at 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., at Olympic College, Bremerton Campus, Building 4, Room 209; and virtually via Zoom at https://olympic.zoom.us/j/97360978707 , Meeting ID 973 6097 8707. Date of Intended Adoption: June 17, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Renee Lafreniere, 1600 Chester Avenue, Breme

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-04-114. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Modification to existing Title 399 WAC, Commerce, department of (public works board), to expand existing reference to the public works board (PWB) broadband emergency funding program. Hearing Location(s): On May 28, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., at 1011 Plum Street S.E., Floor 1, Room 110, Olympia, WA 98504; or via Zoom at https://wastatecommerce.zoom.us/j/84112283636?pwd=QC0IMaiz

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 226-20 WAC, Financial and payment requirements; WAC 226-20-010 Matching ratios for freight mobility program funds, 226-20-020 Certification of nonprogram funds, 226-20-030 Reimbursable costs, 226-20-040 Audit of freight mobility program projects, 226-20-050 Recovery of freight mobility program funds on canceled projects, and 226-20-060 Partial or progress payments for project costs. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Incl

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 226-16 WAC, Requirements for freight mobility project development; WAC 226-16-010 Methods of construction, 226-16-020 Registered engineer in charge, 226-16-040 Standard specifications, 226-16-050 Value engineering study requirements, 226-16-100 Design standards for freight mobility strategic investment board projects, 226-16-110 Allocation of freight mobility strategic investment program funds to regions, 226-16-150 Freight mobility progra

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 226-12 WAC, Submission of proposed freight mobility projects to board (FMSIB); WAC 226-12-010 Designation of lead agency, 226-12-040 Applications for freight mobility projects, and 226-12-080 Priority criteria for freight mobility projects. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Repeal chapter 226-12 WAC per changes under chapter 47.06A RCW. Elements of this chapter are no longer appli

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-030. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 458-40-660 Timber excise tax — Stumpage value tables — Stumpage value adjustments. Hearing Location(s): On June 5, 2025, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., via Zoom. Please contact Cathy Holder at CathyH@dor.wa.gov or Barbara Imperio at BarbaraI@dor.wa.gov for login/dial-in information. Date of Intended Adoption: June 9, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Tiffany Do, P.O. Box 474

Supplemental Notice to WSR 25-01-091. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-08-062. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 110-50-0230 Child placing agency (CPA) expectations, 110-50-0240 CPA reimbursement, 110-147-1300 What is the purpose of this chapter?, 110-147-1305 What definitions do I need to know to understand this chapter?, 110-147-1340 How long do I have to complete the licensing application process?, 110-147-1345 What are the roles of the department and th

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Adopting the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (40 C.F.R. Part 141) by reference in chapter 246-290 WAC, Group A public water supplies, and chapter 246-390 WAC, Drinking water and laboratory certification and data reporting. The department of health (department) is proposing to amend WAC 246-290-002, 246-290-010, 246-

Supplemental Notice to WSR 24-21-098. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-17-101. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) as related to telehealth. This supplemental notice is filed for the purpose of holding a second rules hearing so the veterinary board of governors (board) can consider the proposal a second time while providing a second opportunity for public comment. There are no changes to the original proposal. Witho

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-22-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 246-760 WAC, Auditory screening standards for school districts. The Washington state board of health (board) is proposing updates to hearing screening standards for schools. The changes would allow school districts to use otoacoustic emission (OAE) devices as an alternative screening tool for students who cannot participate in pure tone audiometry tests. The upda

Continuance of WSR 24-22-134. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-092. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 365-196 WAC, Procedural criteria for adopting comprehensive plans and development regulations, and chapter 365-199 WAC, Procedures for making determinations of compliance for jurisdictions seeking voluntary reversion to partial planning status; certification of an empirical parking study, and certification and approval of alternative pathways to comp

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-117. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Primary and secondary school environmental health and safety regulations. The state board of health (board) is proposing to amend WAC 246-366-005 and repeal WAC 246-366-160 and chapter 236-366A WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 4, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., at the Washington State Department of Health, Town Center 2, Room 166/167, 111 Israel Road S.E., Tumwater, WA 98501; or vi

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Residential treatment facility (RTF) fee error correction. The department of health (department) is proposing a rule amendment to correct an error in the recently updated RTF fees, correcting the RTF renewal fee amount in WAC 246-337-990. The department finalized rule making to increase RTF fees in April 2025, filed as WSR 25-08-069, to adequately fund inspection, invest

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-079. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Revising the definition of firefighter. Hearing Location(s): On June 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams at https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 214 511 460 385, Passcode sV2mf753; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 581 543 439#. Date of Intended Adoption: June 6, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, Department of Retireme