Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending chapter 495B-276 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at Bellingham Technical College, College Services, Room 215, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225. Date of Intended Adoption: June 18, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Ronda Laughlin, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225, email rlaughlin@btc.edu , fax 360-752-7134, by May 1

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-07-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending chapter 495B-116 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On June 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at Bellingham Technical College, College Services, Room 215, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225. Date of Intended Adoption: June 18, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Ronda Laughlin, 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225, email rlaughlin@btc.edu , fax 360-752-7134, by May 1

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-059. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 326-20-048 Presumption of disadvantage, and 326-20-088 LGBTQ[+] certification program. Hearing Location(s): On May 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually at https://bit.ly/LGBTQ-certification-hearing . Date of Intended Adoption: July 1, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Julie Bracken, 1110 Capitol Way South, Suite 150, Olympia, WA, email rules@omwbe.wa.gov , fax 360-586-

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 22-06-058. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Childbirth centers, chapter 246-329 WAC; amending rule language for title change, licensure requirements, and definitions. The department of health (department) is proposing updates to its birthing center licensing rules to align them with current standards of practice and to implement necessary changes for this facility type. The department is also proposing revising th

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-041. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-535-1070 Dental-related services — Provider information. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 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_tPBE4ot9T0eY4kiqA4mp4A . If the link above o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-044, 24-24-108, 25-02-110, 25-02-069, 25-06-041, and 24-15-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-502-0002 Eligible provider types. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 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_tPBE4ot9

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-108. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-0300 Anesthesia providers and covered physician-related services, and 182-531-0350 Anesthesia services — Reimbursement for physician-related services. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 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 a

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-109. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending WAC 182-32-2040 How can a subscriber appeal a decision regarding the administration of wellness incentive program requirements?, 182-32-2070 What should a written request for administrative review and a request for brief adjudicative proceeding contain?, and 182-32-2090 Initial order. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-03-107. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending WAC 182-16-2040 How can a subscriber appeal a decision regarding the administration of wellness incentive program requirements?, 182-16-2070 What should a written request for administrative review and a request for brief adjudicative proceeding contain?, and 182-16-2090 Initial order. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-158 WAC, Flood plain management; floodway prohibition waivers for flood mitigation. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of ecology (ecology) is leading an expedited rule making to amend chapter 173-158 WAC, Flood plain management. This rule making will implement changes that were made to the state's floodplain management law (chapter 86.16 RCW) with the passage of

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-4900 Disproportionate share hospital (DSH) payments — General provisions, and 182-550-5000 Payment method — Low income disproportionate share hospital (LIDSH). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The health care authority (HCA) is striking outdated subsection citations in WAC 182-550-5000 and striking the definition of DSH reporting data file (DRDF) in WAC 182-550-4900 as it is

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-096. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Examination requirements for orthotists and prosthetists. The department of health (department), along with the orthotics and prosthetics advisory committee, is proposing amendments to comply with recent legislation. To align chapter 246-850 WAC with 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), the department is proposing to amend the jurisprudence (JP) examination as a requir

Continuance of WSR 24-20-147. Expedited Rule Making—Proposed notice was filed as WSR 24-15-134. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Title 463 WAC, Energy facility site evaluation council (EFSEC). Date of Intended Adoption: April 16, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Ali Smith, 621 Woodland Square Loop S.E., Olympia, WA 98504, email rulemaking@efsec.wa.gov , beginning October 2, 2024, 8:00 a.m., by April 16, 2025, 5:00 p.m. Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Ali Smith,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-06-019. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-513-1605 Medicaid alternative care (MAC) — Eligibility. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 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_tPBE4ot9T0eY4kiqA4mp4A . If the link above op

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The department of social and health services (DSHS) hearing rules amendments and housekeeping updates: WAC 388-02-0015, 388-02-0025, 388-02-0030, 388-02-0130, 388-02-0135, 388-02-0140, 388-02-0200, 388-02-0218, 388-02-0220, and 388-02-0245. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The purpose of these housekeeping changes is to update addresses, phone numbers, and other changed or obsolete langu

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-5550 Public notice for changes in medicaid payment rates for hospital services. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: To clarify language without changing the rule's effect. Updating method of notice from first class mail to email. This revision allows for quicker notification to providers and is less costly. Reasons Supporting Proposal: See purpose. Statutory Authority for Adopti

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-08-030. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-250 WAC, Commercial rules; the Washington state department of agriculture (WSDA) is proposing the following amendments to this chapter: • Adopting the 2025 version of the Association of American Control Officials (AAFCO) official publication (OP), clarifying areas of the rule regarding livestock feed and including additional categories of product types that we

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-048 and 24-23-101. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-504-0015 Washington apple health — Certification periods for categorically needy programs, 182-504-0035 Washington apple health — Renewals, and 182-505-0210 Eligibility for children. Hearing Location(s): On May 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meeting place. To attend the virt

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-05-013. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 172-125 WAC, Discrimination and Title IX violations by students. Hearing Location(s): On June 10, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., at 215A Tawanka Commons, Eastern Washington University (EWU), Cheney, WA 99004. Date of Intended Adoption: June 26, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Annika Scharosch, 211 Tawanka, Cheney, WA 99004, email ascharosch@ewu.edu , website https://insid

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-22-061. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 246-790 WAC, Special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children (WIC) — Vendor requirements. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Register in advance for this webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_stXAXugaSTOMQXU1ZfJSug . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joini

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-048 on July 30, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-440-140 Payment for commercial crop damage — Limitations, 220-440-150 Application for cash compensation for commercial crop damage — Procedure, and 220-440-160 Valuation methods for crop damage assessment. Hearing Location(s): On May 16-17, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., at 1441 East Washington [Street], Sequim, WA 98382. Information on how to register to t

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-106. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Updates to chapter 308-108 WAC, Driver training schools. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83465668632?pwd=WEylcfSamp2HNTBfXOvRen9QQSRPWy.1 ; or One-tap mobile +12532050468,,83465668632#,,,,*152465# US, +12532158782,,83465668632#,,,,*152465# US (Tacoma), Meeting ID 834 6566 8632, Passcode 152465 (find your local num

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amending chapter 1-21 WAC, Rule making; WAC 1-21-008, 1-21-030, 1-21-040, 1-21-072, 1-21-074, and 1-21-076. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Recent updates to the Washington state legislature's website have resulted in some web address changes to the office of the code reviser's web pages. This rule making ensures the public and state agencies looking for rule-making guidance, code revis

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-01-072 Child, 357-01-172 Family members, 357-31-248 May an employee use vacation leave, sick leave, personal holiday, compensatory time, holiday credit, recognition leave, bereavement leave, or holiday pay as a supplemental benefit during a period when the employee is receiving partial wage replacement for paid family and/or medical leave under Title 50A RCW?, an

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-28-265 For the purpose of computing eligibility for overtime compensation, are holidays and leave with pay considered time worked?, 357-31-325 When must an employer grant leave with pay for other miscellaneous reasons?, and WAC 357-31-326 When may an employer grant leave with pay? Hearing Location(s): On May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom (with call-in option) a

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-28-255 What constitutes overtime for an overtime eligible employee?, 357-28-265 For the purpose of computing eligibility for overtime compensation, are holidays and leave with pay considered time worked?, and 357-31-326 When may an employer grant leave with pay? Hearing Location(s): On May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom (with call-in option) at https://ofm-wa-go

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-19-530 Who is eligible to participate in the employer's return-to-work program? Hearing Location(s): On May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom (with call-in option) at https://ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/81811350765?pwd=UjHOAyLqQ0dmF2sp7x5aG0KCG0ggY3.1 , Meeting ID 818 1135 0765, Call in 253-215-8782, Passcode 903984. Date of Intended Adoption: May 15, 2025. Submit Written

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-31-130 When must an employer allow an employee to use their accrued sick leave? Hearing Location(s): On May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom (with call-in option) at https://ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/81811350765?pwd=UjHOAyLqQ0dmF2sp7x5aG0KCG0ggY3.1 , Meeting ID 818 1135 0765, Call in 253-215-8782, Passcode 903984. Date of Intended Adoption: May 15, 2025. Submit Written

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 357-31-326 When may an employer grant leave with pay? Hearing Location(s): On May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom (with call-in option) at https://ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/81811350765?pwd=UjHOAyLqQ0dmF2sp7x5aG0KCG0ggY3.1 , Meeting ID 818 1135 0765, Call in 253-215-8782, Passcode 903984. Date of Intended Adoption: May 15, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Brandy Chinn, Of

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-23-101. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-503-0010 Washington apple health — Who may apply, 182-503-0070 Washington apple health — When coverage begins, and 182-503-0505 Washington apple health — General eligibility requirement. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 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

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-110. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 182-563 WAC, Reentry services (new). Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 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_RCfDWUhRTr-ZDz9AIxUzTA . If the link above opens with an error me

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-091. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Medical aid rules: Conversion factors and maximum daily fees (WAC 296-20-135, 296-23-220, and 296-23-230). Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., virtual and telephonic hearing. Join electronically at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84591014816?pwd=26iapbgetEUCajzDmItwaICVKaDzTh.1 , Meeting ID 845 9101 4816, Passcode %Hearing#3; or join by phone (audio only) at

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-23-133. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 388-825A WAC, DDA-certified providers. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 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 May 7, 2025. Submit Written C

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-004. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 181-82A-204 updating endorsement policy. Hearing Location(s): On May 22, 2025, at 8 a.m., in Pasco, Washington. Exact meeting location and a link to listen to the meeting virtually will be available several weeks prior to the meeting. More information regarding this can be found on our website at https://www.pesb.wa.gov/about-us/board-meetings/ . Date of Intended Ado

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-140. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-224 WAC, Water quality permit fees. The purpose of this chapter is to establish a fee system for state waste discharge and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the department of ecology (ecology) pursuant to RCW 90.48.160 , 90.48.162 , or 90.48.260 . For more information on this rule making, visit https://ecology.wa.gov/re

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-18-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Anesthesiologist assistants; the Washington medical commission (commission) is proposing new chapter 246-921 WAC, Anesthesiologist assistants, to implement SB 5184 (chapter 362, Laws of 2024), codified under chapter 18.71D RCW, which created the new anesthesiologist assistant (AA) license. The commission is proposing this new chapter to establish licensing regulations fo

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-034. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Athletic trainers; removing licensure barriers and updating rules to align with recent legislation. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-916-010 and 246-916-030 to align with RCW 18.130.077 . Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. Register in advance for this webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xA7T

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-18-103. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-825-020 Definitions, 388-825-096 Will I have to pay for the services DDA authorizes for me?, 388-825-120 When may I appeal a decision made by the developmental disabilities administration?, 388-825-0571 What services am I eligible to receive from DDA if I am under the age of eighteen, have been determined to meet DDA eligibility requirements, and I am in a depend

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-04-109. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-513-1380 Determining a client's financial participation in the cost of care for long-term care in a medical institution. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 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/w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-20-032. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Behavioral health agency (BHA) rules concerning reporting information about early release of individuals receiving substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. The department of health (department) is proposing amendments to WAC 246-341-1108 to implement 2SSB 6228 (chapter 366, Laws of 2024), that requires BHAs providing voluntary SUD treatment services to report to the depar

Original Notice. Proposal is exempt under RCW 34.05.310 (4) or 34.05.330 (1). Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 110-03 WAC, Administrative hearings; WAC 110-03-0585 Index of significant decisions. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 2025, telephonic. Comments can be made by calling 360-972-5385 and leaving a voicemail that includes the comment, emailing the rules coordinator, or submitting comments to the online comment application linked below. All comments must be received by

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-04-103. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-502-0010 When the medicaid agency enrolls, and 182-502-0016 Continuing requirements. Hearing Location(s): On May 6, 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_RCfDWUhRTr-ZDz9AI

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-04-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Psychologist and psychology associate fees. The department of health (department) is proposing revisions to WAC 246-924-990 Psychology fees and renewal cycle, to implement recent legislation by: (1) Updating application, renewal, and other fees for a psychologist license; (2) establishing a fee schedule for a licensed psychological associate license; and (3) establishing

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 365-200 WAC, The affordable housing program. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of commerce (DOC) seeks to repeal chapter 365-200 WAC to achieve consistency with current statutory authority. Chapter 365-200 WAC was originally adopted under the authority of RCW 43.185.100 and was last updated in March 1992. RCW 43.185.100 was repealed and recodified in 2023; the recod

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-101-060 Service on petitioner, 308-101-080 Requests for hearing, 308-101-155 Filing of exhibits and other documents with the department and calling expert witnesses, 308-101-250 Reconsideration of final order, and 308-101-260 Significant decisions in driver license cases. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This rule making will align WAC with recent changes of the name of the heari

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 21-14-080. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Cranes, rigging, and personnel lifting, chapter 296-155 WAC, Part L. Hearing Location(s): On May 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Enduris Training Facility, 1610 South Technology Boulevard, Spokane, WA 99224; On May 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 12806 Gateway Drive South, Tukwila, WA 98168; and On May 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., vi

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: SR 99 Tunnel planned three percent toll rate increase (WAC 468-270-073). Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This proposal implements the planned three percent toll rate increase for the SR 99 Tunnel that will take effect on July 1, 2025, as established in WAC 468-270-073 and as described in WAC 468-270-040 in October 2018. Reasons Supporting Proposal: When toll rates were initially set on