Proposals

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-19-027. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act program rule. Offsets rule making. For more information on this rule making visit https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-446-offsets . Hearing Location(s): On March 25, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Hearing via webinar. Join and see instructions at https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-19-077. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Finance — Categorical appointment; establish a new section under chapter 392-122 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On April 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom (call-in option also available). Participation link available on the office of superintendent of public instruction (OSPI) rules web page at ospi.k12.wa.us/policy-funding/ospi-rulemaking-activity . For participation questio

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-048. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: What notice must a business provide the department when changing its address? Hearing Location(s): On March 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., via Zoom at https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/84630810093?pwd=20JH8uuc5pzxdcI0Y2TTx2ejabZl2g.1 , Meeting ID 846 3081 0093, Passcode 537428; or One-tap mobile, +13126266799,,84630810093#,,,,*537428# U.S. (Chicago), +16465588656,,84630810093#,,,,*

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-138. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Dental assistant registration; adding minimum age requirements. The dental quality assurance commission (commission) is proposing amending WAC 246-187-190 to include a minimum age requirement for dental assistant registration. Hearing Location(s): On April 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Washington State Department of Health, TC2 Room 166, 111 Israel Road S.E., Tumwater,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-22-092. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: College in the high school by private not-for-profit institutions of higher education; attesting to the adoption of nondiscrimination policies in order to participate in the college in the high school pilot program. Hearing Location(s): On March 26, 2025, at 9 a.m., via Zoom at https://wsac-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/87142392045?pwd=WFYYnZgabolBAq7sJEv4l7lhllKT2A.1 . The meeting w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-098. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-1400 Covered and noncovered revenue code categories and subcategories for inpatient hospital services and 182-550-1500 Covered and noncovered revenue code categories and subcategories for outpatient hospital services. Hearing Location(s): On March 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The health care authority (HCA) holds public hearings virtually without a physical meetin

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-11-148. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: The Washington state department of ecology (ecology) proposes new chapter 173-339 WAC, Cosmetic products restrictions. For more information on this rule making, visit https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-339 . Hearing Location(s): On Monday, March 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PDT, online hearing via Zoom. Register for the online

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 308-66-110 Definitions, and 308-66-152 Unlawful practices. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The department of licensing (DOL) is considering creating new rules to establish business and professional license requirements per ESHB 2153, passed during the 2024 legislative session. These rules clarify that vehicle dealers must use etching or a permanent marker as defined when a consumer

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-530-1050 Definitions, 182-540-170 Items and services not included in the composite rate, and 182-540-200 Epoetin alpha (EPO) therapy. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The health care authority (HCA) is correcting WAC cross citations. The proposed rule corrects typographical errors without changing the rule's effect. Reasons Supporting Proposal: HCA is amending these rules to upda

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-118. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 4-30-090 Practice privileges. Hearing Location(s): On April 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., at the Radisson Hotel Seattle Airport, 18118 International Boulevard, San Juan Rooms 2 and 3, Seattle, WA 98188; or Microsoft Teams meeting. The link to join the meeting will be available on the board of accountancy's (board) website approximately two weeks before the hearing date at

Continuance of WSR 24-20-110. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-14-059. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-750 WAC, State noxious weed list and schedule of monetary penalties. The Washington state noxious weed control board (WSNWCB) is proposing to amend the state noxious weed list for 2025. Hearing Location(s): On March 11th, at 1:00 p.m., at the Chelan County Fire Hall, 232 E. Wapato Avenue, Chelan, WA 98816; or via WebEx, meeting link https://agr.we

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-20-066. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-531-0050 Physician-related services definitions, and 182-531-2040 Enhanced reimbursement — Medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Hearing Location(s): On March 11, 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

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-099. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-550-4900 Disproportionate share hospital (DSH) payments — General provisions, 182-550-4935 DSH eligibility — Change in hospital ownership, 182-550-4940 Disproportionate share hospital independent audit findings and recoupment process, 182-550-5000 Payment method — Low income disproportionate share hospital (LIDSH), 182-550-5150 Payment method — Medical care servi

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 82-50-021 Official state lagged semimonthly pay dates established. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC 82-50-021 publishes the official lagged, semimonthly pay dates for state officers and employees. This WAC, which provides pay dates for the current and ensuing calendar years, is amended each year to add pay dates for the ensuing year and delete the pay dates for the previous year.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-094 on October 17, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-440-260 Prohibition of feeding wildlife. Hearing Location(s): On March 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84881506498 . Register to testify at the public hearing by signing up through the linked survey [contact agency for link] or contact Heather Bonagofski at 360-902-2512. Date of Intended Adoption: On or after March

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-094 on October 17, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-400-040 Possession of dead wildlife, 220-413-030 Importation and retention of dead nonresident wildlife, 220-413-100 Mandatory report of hunting activity, and 220-414-030 Baiting for the purposes of hunting deer or elk. Hearing Location(s): On March 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84881506498. Register to testify

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-094 on October 17, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-415-100 Cougar hunting seasons and regulations, and 220-400-050 Requirements for sealing of pelts and collection of biological information for river otter, cougar, lynx, and bobcat. Hearing Location(s): On March 20-22, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., in Tri-cities, at the Three Rivers Convention Center, 7016 W. Grandridge Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336. R

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-094 on October 17, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-415-090 Fall black bear hunting seasons and regulations. Hearing Location(s): On March 20-22, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., in Tri-cities, at the Three Rivers Convention Center, 7016 W. Grandridge Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336. Register to testify at the public hearing at https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/commission/meetings#public-testimony , or contact the c

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Amusement rides or structure rules; WAC 296-403A-100 Definitions. Hearing Location(s): On March 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 7273 Linderson Way S.W., Tumwater, WA 98501; or join electronically (Zoom) at https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/86892327477?pwd=aUICCXs6mHzVNYjFRdISw5bHozDYhI.1 , Passcode DtU$4#Kp; or join by phone (audio on

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-21-094 on October 17, 2024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 220-412-070 Big game and wild turkey auction, raffle, and special incentive permits, 220-412-090 Multi-season deer and elk tags, 220-413-180 Special closures and firearm restriction areas, 220-415-010 Deer area descriptions, 220-415-030 2024 Deer special permits, 220-415-050 2024-2026 Elk general seasons and definitions, 220-415-060 2024 Elk speci

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-069. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 260-70-685 Alphabetical listing of all drugs, medications, and foreign substances. Hearing Location(s): On March 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at 2300 Ron Crocket Drive N.W., Auburn, WA 98001; or via Zoom teleconference or TVW. Link will be available at www.whrc.wa.gov prior to the meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: March 14, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Amanda Bento

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-068. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 260-32-180 Fees. Hearing Location(s): On March 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at 2300 Ron Crocket Drive N.W., Auburn, WA 98001; and via Zoom teleconference or TVW. Link will be available at www.whrc.wa.gov prior to the meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: March 14, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Amanda Benton, 6326 Martin Way, Suite 209, email amanda.benton@whrc.wa.gov ,

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-064. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 260-24-500 Racing officials. Hearing Location(s): On March 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at 2300 Ron Crocket Drive N.W., Auburn, WA 98001; and via Zoom teleconference or TVW. Link will be available at www.whrc.wa.gov prior to the meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: March 14, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Amanda Benton, 6326 Martin Way, Suite 209, email amanda.benton@wh

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-063. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 260-08-675 Hearing before the commission. Hearing Location(s): On March 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at 2300 Ron Crocket Drive N.W., Auburn, WA 98001; and via Zoom teleconference or TVW. Link will be available at www.whrc.wa.gov prior to the meeting. Date of Intended Adoption: March 14, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Amanda Benton, 6326 Martin Way, Suite 209, email ama

Supplemental Notice to WSR 24-22-090. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-15-024. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Hospital financial data reporting; reviewing the accounting and reporting manual requirements for the uniform, hospital, financial reporting system. Supplemental filing to correct a clerical error when filing original proposal. Without change to the original proposal, the department of health (department) is refiling the proposed amendments to chapte

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-18-117. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Student conduct code, chapter 72-120 WAC. Hearing Location(s): On April 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Administration Building, Board Room, 2214 E. 13th Street, Vancouver, WA 98661; or via Zoom at https://wssb.zoom.us/j/89945201133 . Date of Intended Adoption: April 16, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Janet Kurz, 2214 E. 13th Street, Vancouver, WA 98661, email Janet.K

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-18-115. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Practice and procedure; brief adjudicative procedure, WAC 72-108-100. Hearing Location(s): On April 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the Administration Building, Board Room, 2214 E. 13th Street, Vancouver, WA 98661; or via Zoom at https://wssb.zoom.us/j/89945201133 . Date of Intended Adoption: April 16, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Janet Kurz, 2214 E. 13th Street, Vancou

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-22-012. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-112A-1240 What are the minimum qualifications for an instructor for core basic, population specific, on-the-job, residential care administrator, nurse delegation core, and specialized diabetes trainings? and 388-112A-1250 What are the minimum qualifications for community instructors for adult education training using DSHS curriculum? The proposed changes do not a

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 March 25, 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 March 26, 2025. Submit Wr

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-13-042. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: This proposal would update chapter 388-101 WAC, Certified community residential services and supports (CCRSS); amending WAC 388-101-3020 Compliance; and adding new WAC 388-101-30201 Infection control. Hearing Location(s): On March 11, 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.w

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-20-054. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 388-841 WAC, Enhanced respite services program; and repealing WAC 388-825-201 What are enhanced respite services?, 388-825-206 Who is eligible to receive enhanced respite services?, and 388-825-211 How long am I eligible to receive enhanced respite services? Hearing Location(s): On March 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., virtually via Teams or call in. See the department

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-02-088. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 388-826 WAC, Out-of-home services (OHS) program. Hearing Location(s): On March 25, 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 March 26, 2025.

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-12-017. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-829R-005 What definitions apply to this chapter?, 388-829R-011 Who is eligible to receive overnight planned respite services?, 388-829R-0019 What are the financial responsibilities of a primary caregiver or legal representative when the client is receiving overnight planned respite services?, 388-829R-025 What requirements must a provider meet to contract with DD

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-015. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-829A-010 What definitions apply to this chapter?, 388-829A-020 What services does an alternative living provider deliver?, 388-829A-040 Who is eligible to receive residential habilitation services from an alternative living provider and what service limits apply?, 388-829A-050 Who may become an alternative living provider?, 388-829A-060 Who may not be contracted

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-13-016. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 388-829C-010 What definitions apply to this chapter?, 388-829C-020 How does a companion home provider provide residential habilitation services?, 388-829C-040 Who may become a companion home provider?, 388-829C-042 Must a companion home provider be certified?, 388-829C-043 What does DDA review during a site visit?, 388-829C-070 Who must have a background check?, 388-

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-17-140. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Revising WAC regarding cafeteria plans to improve clarity. Hearing Location(s): On March 13, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams https://www.drs.wa.gov/sitemap/rules/#proposed-rule-hearings , Meeting ID 290 521 081 326, Passcode Vs3fq9gy; or Phone 833-322-1218, Code 978 591 233#. Date of Intended Adoption: March 20, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Bianca Stoner, De

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-24-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-543-2000 Eligible providers and provider requirements. Hearing Location(s): On March 11, 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_s1pnm0KASVK81uTFRRtb2w . If the link above o

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-01-057. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 182-511-1250 Apple health for workers with disabilities (HWD) — Premium payments. Hearing Location(s): On March 11, 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_s1pnm0KASVK81uTFRRtb2

Supplemental Notice to WSR 24-17-051. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 23-06-079. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Rule making to revise WAC 314-55-096 related to vendor, educational, and internal quality samples. This rule making is in response to a petition for rule making accepted in August 2022 to amend the rules around cannabis samples. Hearing Location(s): On March 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. All public liquor and cannabis board (LCB) activity will be held in a

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-10-010. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Supervisor directory, supervision standards, and stipend program for mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers. Proposed new rules in chapter 246-809 WAC, Licensure for mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers. The department of health (department) is proposing permanent rules to implement recent legi

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 132Q-10-600 and 132Q-10-601. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Change name in code from "Community Colleges of Spokane" to "Spokane Colleges." Reasons Supporting Proposal: Washington State Community College District 17 board of trustees had approved the name change to "Spokane Colleges." Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 34.05.353 . Statute Being Implemented: RCW 34.05.353 . Rule

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Rescinding the 2021 Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code amendments from chapter 51-55 WAC, and reserving the WAC sections for future rule making. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Rescinding the state amendments adopted for the 2021 WUI Code, based on legislation passed during the 2024 session (chapter 133, Laws of 2024), anticipating that new rule language will be adopted in the future.

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-565 WAC, Washington cranberry commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In response to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing to clarify current rule language by replacing all gender-specific pronouns with modern gender-inclusive pronouns. Reasons Supporting Proposal: RCW 43.01.160 requires state agencies to use gender-neutral te

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-575 WAC, Washington wine commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In response to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing to clarify current rule language by replacing all gender-specific pronouns with modern gender-inclusive pronouns. Reasons Supporting Proposal: RCW 43.01.160 requires state agencies to use gender-neutral terms i

Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 16-585 WAC, Puget Sound salmon commission. Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: In response to a petition for rule making, the department of agriculture (department) is proposing to clarify current rule language by replacing all gender-specific pronouns with modern gender-inclusive pronouns. Reasons Supporting Proposal: RCW 43.01.160 requires state agencies to use gender-neutral term

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-20-085. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Private school accreditation. Hearing Location(s): On February 26, 2025, at 3 p.m., in the Brouillet Conference Room, 600 Washington Street S.E., Olympia, WA 98501, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87160300962 . Check in at front desk is required. Date of Intended Adoption: March 25, 2025. Submit Written Comments to: Nicole Mulhausen, 600 Washington Street S.E., Olympia, WA 985

Original Notice. Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 24-16-133. Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 296-123 WAC, Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. New chapter under Title 296 WAC, Department of labor and industries. Hearing Location(s): On March 4, 2025, at 3:30 p.m., virtual/telephonic hearing. Join electronically https://lni-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/82405652366?pwd=iSmCMZae4zCuHOIWAKvfqO1grTKich.1 , Passcode EPOA2025!; or join by phone (audio only) US 253-205-0468, Me