Emergencys

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: Current emergency wildfire rules in effect for Eastern Washington need to be repealed due to the reduced threat of fire danger. However, the same rules need to remain in effect for Lincoln, Whitman, and Spokane counties. These foregoing counties need the rules to remain in effect to prevent wildfires on Washington department of fish and wildlife (WDFW) lands during the current period of high fire danger. The new rules will help reduce the threat

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to open razor clam harvest in Razor Clam Areas 1, 3, 4, and 5. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-330-16000T; and amending WAC 220-330-160. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the

Effective Date of Rule: September 30, 2024. Purpose: This rule is needed to return Hoh River, including South Fork and all tributaries, to permanent rules. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-02000L. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: The department of social and health services (department) is adopting emergency amendments to WAC 388-450-0185 What income deductions does the department allow when determining if I am eligible for food benefits and the amount of my monthly benefits?, 388-450-0190 How does the department figure my shelter cost income deduction for basic food?, 388-450-0195 Does the department use my utility costs when calculating my basic food or WASHCAP benefits

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to open commercial crab fishing in Puget Sound; WAC 220-340-45500I opens Puget Sound commercial crab harvest in Crab Management Regions 1, 2-East, 2-West, 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, and 3-4 at 8:00 a.m. on October 1, 2024, until further notice; and closes Port Angeles Harbor to commercial crab harvest due to public health decrees. WAC 220-340-47000F sets reduced pot limits by area for Puget Sound commercial crab harvest

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule opens Puget Sound recreational winter crab seasons. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-330-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare, and that observing the time

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: To comply with the new Title IX regulations that are effective August 1, 2024, Central Washington University (CWU) has updated their process for receiving and responding to concerns involving students engaging in discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual violence. CWU has updated the student conduct code to comply with these changes. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 106-125-045, 106-125-200, 106-125-201,

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to clarify the section of Columbia River from Wells Dam to Highway 173 at Brewster is open for sockeye retention only. Maintains seasons opening recreational coho retention in the Columbia River upstream of Priest Rapids Dam. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-06000V; and amending WAC 220-312-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , an

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule will close fishing around the temporary weir at Beaver Creek Hatchery when the weir rack is installed. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-030. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safet

Effective Date of Rule: September 26, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule extends Chinook retention seasons in the Columbia River from Buoy 10 to the Highway 395 Bridge at Pasco. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-06000U; and amending WAC 220-312-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the p

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule will allow nontreaty commercial fishing opportunities in the Columbia River while protecting fish listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes, federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon, and Washington fish and wildlife commission policy guidance for Columbia River fish

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this rule making is to provide for treaty Indian fishing opportunity in the Columbia River while protecting salmon listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule making implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes and federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-3

Effective Date of Rule: October 1, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to extend gamefish seasons in Blue, Deep, and Park lakes of Grant County. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-050. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or gener

Effective Date of Rule: September 26, 2024. Purpose: Amends recreational fishing rules for the Stillaguamish River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare, and that observing the time requir

Effective Date of Rule: September 25, 2024. Purpose: Amends fishing rules for Drano Lake. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-030. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare, and that observing the time requirements of notice and oppor

Effective Date of Rule: September 23, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to close recreational fishing in Hoh River and South Fork Hoh River, including their tributaries. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-020. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the publ

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: Establishing a directory to help mental health counselor, marriage and family therapist, and social worker associates find supervisors and setting supervision standards. The department of health (department) is continuing emergency rules that establish new WAC 246-809-020, 246-809-070, 246-809-071, and 246-809-072 in chapter 246-809 WAC, Licensure for mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers. These emer

Effective Date of Rule: September 21, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to modify commercial gillnet openings in Puget Sound Salmon Management and Catch Reporting Area 6D. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-354-160. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the pu

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: Removes trout daily limits and extends season; closes other game fish in West Medical Lake. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-050. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare,

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) is adopting emergency rule making in the area of student discipline with revisions that are intended to: (1) Update statutory definitions of discipline that are in alignment with current law; (2) require school boards to establish policies for reporting and notification when classroom exclusions occur; (3) clarify the scope of authority for teachers when administering classroom exc

Effective Date of Rule: September 23, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to reduce the salmon daily limit to one in Catch Record Card Area 7. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-313-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general

Effective Date of Rule: September 21, 2024. Purpose: The department of social and health services (department) is creating chapter 388-487 WAC, SUN Bucks; and adopting WAC 388-487-0010 What is the sun bucks program?, 388-487-0020 Is my child eligible for sun bucks?, and 388-487-0030 General information about sun bucks benefits. Adoption of these rules will support implementation of the new summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) program, known as "SUN Bucks," beginning after the 2023-24 school

Effective Date of Rule: September 21, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to open recreational coho retention seasons in the Columbia River upstream of Priest Rapids Dam and in Icicle River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-06000S; and amending WAC 220-312-050 and 220-312-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendme

Effective Date of Rule: September 22, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to temporarily close recreational fishing in Skagit River from the Hwy. 9 Bridge in Sedro Woolley to the Baker River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the pres

Effective Date of Rule: September 20, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this rule is to open commercial salmon fishing in Willapa Bay Salmon Management and Catch Reporting Area 2M and to switch commercial fishing gear to small mesh gillnet (maximum 6.5") in Willapa Bay Salmon Management and Catch Reporting Area 2U, both on September 20, 2024. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-354-250. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . U

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this rule making is to provide for treaty Indian fishing opportunity in the Columbia River while protecting salmon listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule making implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes and federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-3

Effective Date of Rule: September 20, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to extend Chinook and coho retention seasons from Buoy 10 upstream to the Highway 395 Bridge at Pasco. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-06000T; and amending WAC 220-312-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is nec

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The health care authority (agency) is creating new WAC 182-12-5110 When is a retiring school employee of an employer group eligible to enroll in public employees benefits board (PEBB) retiree insurance coverage[?] and WAC 182-12-5120 What options for continuing health plan enrollment are available to a retiree of an employer group that ends participation in public employees benefits board (PEBB) or school employees benefits board (SEBB) i

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule will allow nontreaty commercial fishing opportunities in the Columbia River while protecting fish listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes, federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon, and Washington fish and wildlife commission policy guidance for Columbia River fish

Effective Date of Rule: September 19, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to require to release wild coho in Catch Record Card Area 8-2. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-313-06000E; and amending WAC 220-313-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the publi

Effective Date of Rule: September 21, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule will return most of the Snohomish watershed streams to permanent rules. Cherry Creek, Skykomish River tributaries except Sultan and Wallace rivers; and Skykomish River, North and South Fork tributaries will remain closed. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-312-04000L; and amending WAC 220-312-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.

Effective Date of Rule: September 18, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to temporarily close recreational fishing in Skagit River from the Hwy. 9 Bridge in Sedro Woolley to the Baker River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the pres

Effective Date of Rule: September 14, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to close retention of unmarked coho taken by reef net gear until October 1, 2024. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-354-18000F; and amending WAC 220-354-180. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preser

Effective Date of Rule: September 16, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule closes sea cucumber District 2-1 to prevent overharvest of sea cucumbers. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-340-73000S; and amending WAC 220-340-730. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public healt

Effective Date of Rule: September 19, 2024. Purpose: The developmental disabilities administration (DDA) is enacting these changes on an emergency basis to require providers in the scope of chapter 388-829 WAC to complete the skills demonstration portion of CPR training in person. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 388-101D-0105; and amending WAC 388-829-0040 and 388-829-0050. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 34.05.350 and 74.39A.074 (5). Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule will allow nontreaty commercial fishing opportunities in the Columbia River while protecting fish listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes, federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon, and Washington fish and wildlife commission policy guidance for Columbia River fish

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this rule making is to provide for treaty Indian fishing opportunity in the Columbia River while protecting salmon listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This rule making implements federal court orders governing Washington's relationship with treaty Indian tribes and federal law governing Washington's relationship with Oregon. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-3

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to prohibit the feeding of wildlife including deer, elk, and moose located in Game Management Units (GMU) 124, 127, and 130. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: New WAC 220-440-26000A. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.055 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preser

Effective Date of Rule: September 12, 2024. Purpose: This emergency rule will open Chinook retention and increase the coho portion of the salmon and steelhead daily limit in the Columbia River from Buoy 10 to the west end of Puget Island. Chinook and coho retention seasons will also be extended from Warrior Rock to the Highway 395 Bridge at Pasco. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.1

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The rule sets forth how HB 2032 (2024), which requires sponsor identification on previously exempted political yard signs, will be implemented upon the effective date and throughout the 2024 election cycle. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 390-18-030. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 42.17A.110 ; chapter 148, Laws of 2024. Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or

Effective Date of Rule: September 12, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to open commercial reef net seasons in Puget Sound Salmon Management and Catch Reporting Area 7. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-354-180. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the publi

Effective Date of Rule: September 16, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to set a maximum size restriction for salmon in Yale Reservoir. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-030. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welf

Effective Date of Rule: September 10, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to reduce the salmon daily limit in the Quillayute River system. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-020. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general wel

Effective Date of Rule: September 9, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to open a commercial beach seine season in Puget Sound Salmon Management Area 12C on September 9, 2024. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-354-210. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to close fishing in the lower Deschutes River. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-312-040. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or general welfare, and tha

Effective Date of Rule: September 6, 2024. Purpose: The purpose of this emergency rule is to increase the Chinook portion of the salmon daily limit in Catch Record Card Area 11. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 220-313-060. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public health,

Effective Date of Rule: Immediately upon filing. Purpose: This emergency rule closes commercial sea cucumber harvest in District 5 after attaining the state share. Citation of Rules Affected by this Order: Repealing WAC 220-340-73000R; and amending WAC 220-340-730. Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 77.04.012 , 77.04.020 , 77.12.045 , and 77.12.047 . Under RCW 34.05.350 the agency for good cause finds that immediate adoption, amendment, or repeal of a rule is necessary for the preservation of