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| Title | WAC | WSR | Status Sort ascending | Comments Accepted Until | CR-101 Filed | CR-102 Filed | CR-103 Filed | CR-103E Filed | CR-105 Filed | Further Information | Hearing Date Time | Hearing Location | |
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| Temporary Worker Housing Updates | 246-358 WAC | 23-19-080 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | RCW 70.114A.065 directs the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to adopt joint rules for the licensing, operation, and inspection of temporary worker housing. DOH and L&I have assessed the emergency rule requirements, along with input from interested parties and adopted key provisions to address prevention of future outbreaks and the spread of any airborne infectious disease. |
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| Health Equity Continuing Education for Certified Counselors and Certified Advisers | WAC 246-810-027 WAC 246-810-0298 WAC 246-810-0299 |
23-23-033 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Department of Health adopted amendments to WACs 246-810-027 and 246-810-0298 and creating a new section, WAC 246-810-0299, to establish two hours of health equity continuing education (CE) requirements every four years for certified counselors and certified advisers. The health equity CE requirement is counted under existing, unspecific CE requirements for the profession and does not change the total number of CE hours required. Additionally, clarify and streamline rule language without changing its effect. |
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| Podiatry Continuing Education | WAC 246-922-300 WAC 246-922-310 |
22-20-092 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | Susan Gragg PO Box 47852 Olympia, WA 98504-7852 Email: podiatric@doh.wa.gov
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In response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency, the Podiatric Medical Board will not provide a physical location for this hearing to promote social distancing and the safety of the citizens of Washington State. A virtual public hearing, without a physical meeting space, will be held instead. Webinar only Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDA2MTA2NDktMDc0Mi00NDdmLThkYTAtYzNkMGNmNjYyN2I0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2211d0e217-264e-400a-8ba0-57dcc127d72d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225d370fd2-d693-4979-9942-011211788fd0%22%7d Or call in (audio only) 1-564-999-2000 Phone Conference ID: 187 889 849 |
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| Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons Substance Abuse Monitoring | WAC 246-922-400 WAC 246-922-405 WAC 246-922-410 WAC 246-922-415 |
24-01-121 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Podiatric Medical Board (board) adopted amendments to WAC 246-922-400, WAC 246-922-405, WAC 246-922-410, and WAC 246-922-415 to update language regarding health profession monitoring programs to align with changes made by Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5496 (chapter 43, Laws of 2022). |
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| Substance Use Monitoring Program Language Updates for Optometrists | WAC 246-851-440 through 246-851-470 | 23-22-067 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Optometry amended WAC 246-851-440 through 246-851-470 to align with technical changes made by Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5496 (Chapter 43, Laws of 2022). Changes align the rules with currently accepted language for substance use disorders and related monitoring programs, and include technical clarifications as needed without changing the rule’s effect. |
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| Dental Health Profession Monitoring Program | WAC 246-817-801, 236-817-810, 246-817- 820, and 246-817-830 | 23-16-006 | Adopted | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | Purpose: The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (commission) is adopting amendments to update rules regarding health profession monitoring programs in line with the passage of Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5496. SSB 5496 updated terminology, definitions, and references for dentists in RCW 18.32.534 and clarified confidentiality protections in RCW 18.131.070 for health professional monitoring programs. The adopted rules in WAC 246-817-801, 236-817-810, 246-817- 820, and 246-817-830 make technical amendments to align with changes required from SSB 5496 without changing the effect. |
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| Nursing Technicians Provide Opportunities to Licensed Practical Nurse Students | WAC 246-840-010 WAC 246-840-840 WAC 246-840-850 WAC 246-840-860 WAC 246-840-905 |
22-04-082 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | Shad Bell |
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| Health Equity Continuing Education for Sex Offender Treatment Providers (SOTP) | WAC 246-930-410 | 23-24-032 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | Department of Health adopted amendments to WAC 246-930-410 to establish health equity continuing education (CE) requirements. The adopted rule does not change the total CE hours required for SOTPs. It requires two hours in health equity CE every four years, which is absorbed into the existing number of CE hours required. Additionally, because an individual must hold an SOTP credential in addition to a credential for their primary health profession, the adopted rule does not require an SOTP to take an additional health equity CE training if they have already completed the training for their primary credential. Describe any changes other than editing from proposed to adopted version: On its own initiative, the department has made minor edits to update formatting and increase clarity, including: (1) discontinuing the use of “and/or”; (2) removing bold formatting from rule text; (3) dividing subsection (4) into paragraphs for clarity; and (4) relocating a paragraph for greater visibility. Lana Crawford Phone: 564-669-1455 Email: Lana.Crawford@doh.wa.gov |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Requirements and Retired-Active License | WAC 246-843- 231 WAC 246-843-180 WAC 246-843-130 WAC 246-843-090 WAC 246-843-071 WAC 246-843-335 (new) |
24-03-147 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Nursing Home Administrators adopted rule amendments and a new rule to expand and clarify licensure requirement for licensure and temporary practice permits by correcting and updating continuing education requirements, language and citations, and correcting a typographical error. The rule no longer requires HIV/AIDS education. The rules add health equity continuing education. |
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| Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission Policy Statement PO-10 | WAC 246-945-100 | 23-23-041 | Adopted | Notice of Adoption: This policy Issued by the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commissions clarifies the Commission’ approach to United States Pharmacopeia General chapters 795, 797, 800, and 825 as it relates to WAC 246-945-100 and RCW 18.64.270(2). Policy PO-10. Effective Date: November 1, 2023. |
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| Extension Process for Pharmacy Intern Renewal Limitations Policy Statement | WAC 246-945-155 | 24-06-018 | Adopted | This policy clarifies the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission’s renewal extension process for pharmacy interns who have reached the renewal limitation set in WAC 246-945-155(3). Policy number: P012. Effective Date: February 1, 2024. |
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| Medical Test Site Licensure and Notification Requirements | WAC 246-388-020 WAC 246-388-026 |
22-20-073 | Adopted | Emergency Rule |
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| Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons Health Equity Continuing Education | WAC 246-922-300 WAC 246-922-310 WAC 246-12-800 through 246-12-830 |
24-01-124 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Podiatric Medical Board has adopted sections WAC 246-922-300 and WAC 246-922-310 to comply with RCW 43.70.163. The board adopted the Department of Health’s health equity model rules, WAC 246-12-800 through 246-12-830, for podiatric physicians and surgeons. The adopted rule adds two hours of health equity education, as required in the model rules, to be completed as part of the current continuing competency requirements every four years. In addition, the board also adopted amendments that correct some confusing rule language to clarify that a resident in an approved postgraduate residency training program is not required to participate in podiatric continuing medical education. |
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| Analgesia and Anesthesia Administration in Office-based Settings | WAC 246-853-650 | 23-08-068 | Adopted | Submit Written Comments to: Becky McElhiney, P.O. Box 47852, Olympia, WA 98504-7852, email https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/policyreview, fax 360-236-2850, |
The board will hold a virtual public hearing, without a physical meeting space. This promotes social distancing and the safety of the citizens of Washington state. Register in advance for this Zoom webinar https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c4Spj75mQfSTVSlOa0I9FA. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Becky McElhiney, phone 360-236-4766, fax 360-236-2901, TTY 711, email osteopathic@doh.wa.gov, by November 23, 2022. |
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| Health Equity Continuing Education for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Specialists, Speech-language Pathologists and Speech-language Pathologist Assistants | WAC 246-828-505 (new) WAC 246-828-510 |
23-19-030 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Hearing and Speech is proposing new WAC 246-828-505 and amendments to WAC 246-828-510 to establish health equity continuing education (CE) requirements to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5229 (ESSB 5229 chapter 276, Laws 2021). |
Physical Location Labor and Industries Attend Virtually Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kim-Boi Shadduck, Program Manager Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Optometry Health Profession Monitoring rogram | WAC 246-851-440 through 246-851-470 | 23-16-072 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | ||||||||
| Physical Therapists Intramuscular Needling, Also Known as Dry Needling | 246-915 WAC WAC 246-915-990 |
24-06-067 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Physical Therapy and Department of Health are proposing amendments to clarify statutory requirements for education and training and define the endorsement for intramuscular needling, and to amend fees and renewal cycle, to implement Second Substitute House Bill 1039, (chapter 198, Laws of 2023) which expands the scope of practice of physical therapists to perform intramuscular needling. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually. In Person Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Headquarters Webinar Virtual Teams meeting link. Meeting ID: 257 244 104 388 Or call in (audio only):
Written Comments Submit written comments to: Allyson McIver Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: physical.therapy@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Allyson McIver by April 8, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2878 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: physical.therapy@doh.wa.gov |
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| 23-hour Crisis Relief Centers for Acute Care Centers | WAC 246-320-111 | 24-10-090 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing to amend WAC 246-320-111, Hospital Responsibilities, to implement Second Substitute Senate Bill (2SSB) 5120 (chapter 433, Laws of 2023), an act concerning the establishment of 23-hour crisis relief centers in Washington state. The proposed amendments establish requirements for licensed acute care hospitals that wish to discharge or transfer a patient to a 23-hour crisis relief center. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Dan Overton Fax: 360-236-2321 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Dan Overton by May 22, 2024. Phone: 564-201-0579 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2321 Email: dan.overton@doh.wa.gov |
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| Human Donor Milk Bank Standards | 246-720 WAC | 23-08-054 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | Hearing Location(s): On May 16, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. DOH will be holding a virtual-only hearing. Register in advance for this webinar https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zBaU-LkLTGanSFTVyyQCuQ. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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| Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse Health Equity Continuing Education Requirements | WAC 246-840-220 WAC 246-840-222 |
23-19-081 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The board, formerly known as the Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, is proposing a new section of rule and revisions to existing rule in WAC 246-840-220 and 246-840-222 to establish health equity continuing education (CE) requirements to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). |
Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Submit Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jessilyn Dagum Fax: 360-236-4738 |
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| State Board of Health Local Board of Health Membership | 246-90 WAC | 22-06-063 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | Samantha Pskowski |
Register in advance for this hearing at: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the |
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| Substance Use Disorder Monitoring Program Update for Nursing Professions | WAC 246-840-750 through 246-840-780 WAC 246-840-790 |
24-07-063 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing proposes amendments and an addition to rules relating to the board’s substance use disorder (SUD) monitoring program in response to Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1255 (chapter 141, Laws of 2023) including application requirements for a stipend. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Bonnie King Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Bonnie King by April 29, 2024. Phone: 564-669-9721 TTY: 711 Email: WABONRules@doh.wa.gov |
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| 23 Hour Crisis Relief Center Behavioral Health Agency | 246-341 WAC | 24-10-095 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing to amend the behavioral health agency regulations in chapter 246-341 WAC to implement Second Substitute Senate Bill (2SSB) 5120 (chapter 433, Laws of 2023) establishing 23-hour crisis relief centers in Washington state. The department is also proposing amendments to align the regulations with statutory changes passed by the 2023 legislature and to make non-substantive changes. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Dan Overton Fax: 360-236-2321 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Dan Overton by May 22, 2024. Phone: 564-201-0579 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2321 Email: dan.overton@doh.wa.gov |
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| Denturist Rules Regarding Prefabricated Implant Abutments and Infection Control Standards | WAC 246-812-462 WAC 246-812-50 |
23-19-088 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Denturists (board) is proposing a new section of rule, WAC 246-812-462 - Prefabricated implant abutments, to set out the requirements for the placement of prefabricated implant abutments. The board is also proposing amending the infection control standards purpose statement in WAC 246-812-50 to ensure written policies and procedures are maintained. |
Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually Register for the Microsoft Teams meeting After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Submit Written Comments Submit written comments to: Vicki Brown Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Dental School Faculty Member Licenses | WAC 246-817-150 | 23-23-053 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Dental Quality Assurance Commission is proposing amending WAC 246-817-150 to remove specific references about granting licenses to University of Washington faculty and replacing this with a reference to a faculty of any institution of higher education in Washington state accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). |
The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend at either the physical location or virtually by registering via Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Amber Freeberg Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Dietitians and Nutritionists Requirements | 246-822 WAC WAC 246-822-010 |
24-10-088 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing to clarify, streamline, update, and modernize rules for licensing dietitians and nutritionists in chapter 246-822 WAC. This is a supplemental proposal and includes an additional definition in WAC 246-822-010, clarification of application and education requirements for both dietitians and nutritionists, updates requirements for dietitian qualified supervisors, and removes unnecessary terms in rules regarding providing services. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kim-Boi Shadduck Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Kim-Boi Shadduck by May 29, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2912 TTY: 711 Email: kimboi.shadduck@doh.wa.gov |
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| Dental Health Equity Continuing Education Requirements | WAC 246-817-440 WAC 246-817-445 |
23-19-091 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Dental Quality Assurance Commission is proposing amending WAC 246-246-817-440, Dental continuing education requirements, and WAC 246-817-445, Dental Anesthesia Assistant continuing education requirements, to establish health equity continuing education (CE) requirements to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229. |
Physical Location Labor and Industries Attend Virtually Submit Written Comments Submit written comments to: Amber Freeberg Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Dieticians and Nutritionists Rule Updates | 246-822 WAC | 23-22-131 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amending, repealing, and creating new rule sections in chapter 246-822 WAC, Dietitians and Nutritionists, to clarify, streamline, update, and modernize rules for licensing dietitians and nutritionists. |
The Department of Health is providing both an in-person and virtual option for attending the hearing. In Person Department of Health Virtual Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kim-Boi Shadduck |
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| State Board of Health: Handling of Human Remains | WAC 245-500-050 WAC 246-500-053 WAC 246-500-055 |
24-10-094 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The State Board of Health is proposing amending WAC 245-500-050, WAC 246-500-053, and WAC 246-500-055 to align with changes in Substitute House Bill 1974 (chapter 57, Laws of 2024), codified in RCW 68.50.230. These rules establish the requirements for remains reduced through cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, and natural organic reduction. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Heathman Lodge Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Shay Bauman Email: shay.bauman@sboh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Melanie Hisaw by June 5, 2024. Phone: 360-236-4104 TTY: 711 Email: melanie.hisaw@sboh.wa.gov |
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| Sanitary Control of Shellfish Fees | WAC 246-282-990(4) | 22-06-072 | Accepting comments | Register in advance for this |
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| Department of Health Fruit and Vegetable Incentives | 246-770 WAC | 23-07-125 | Accepting comments | Hearing Location(s): On May 1, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. DOH will be holding a virtual only hearing. Please register in advance for this webinar https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uOqd37jqSxKMtfxq5qEVUw |
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| Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids | WAC 246-828-100 | 23-19-102 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Hearing and Speech is proposing amendments to WAC 246-828-100 (Hearing instruments fitting and dispensing – Minimum standards of practice) to reflect changes to relevant federal rules by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids (21 C.F.R. Parts 800, 801, 808, and 874 (2022)). |
Physical Location Labor and Industries Attend Virtually |
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| Human Remains Reduced Through Natural Organic Reduction Rule Clarification | WAC 246-500-055 | 23-05-109 | Accepting comments | This will be a hybrid meeting. |
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| Kidney Disease Treatment Center Temporary Emergency Exemptions | WAC 246-310-825 WAC 246-310-800 through 246-310-833 |
24-10-089 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing a new section, WAC 246-310-825 kidney disease treatment centers — temporary emergency situation exemption, and amending existing kidney disease treatment center rules, WAC 246-310-800 through 246-310-833, to implement Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5569 (chapter 48, Laws of 2023). |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Ross Valore Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Ross Valore by May 29, 2024. Phone: 564-999-1060 TTY: 711 Email: cnrulemaking@doh.wa.gov |
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| Applied Behavior Analysis Clarification to Licensing Rules | 246-805 WAC | 24-05-024 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing to update and clarify Applied Behavior Analysis, chapter 246-805 WAC to: clarify licensure requirements, supervision, examinations, educational programs, training, and continuing education. This proposal also establishes reciprocity, temporary licenses and updates fees. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kendra Pitzler Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Kendra Pitzler by March 28, 2024. Phone: 360-236-4723 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kendra.pitzler@doh.wa.gov |
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| Athletic Trainer Scope of Practice for Medication | WAC 246-916-070 | 24-07-065 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health, in consultation with the Athletic Training Advisory Committee, is proposing to create a new section of rule, WAC 246-916-070 Medications, to define terms used and establish education and training requirements for athletic trainers in response to Substitute House Bill 1275, (chapter 143, Laws of 2023). |
We are having a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Allyson McIver, Program Manager Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: allyson.mciver@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Allyson McIver by April 25, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2878 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: allyson.mciver@doh.wa.gov |
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| Chiropractic X-Ray Technician Course Requirements, Continuing Education, and Expired Status | WAC 246-808-201 WAC 246-808-203 WAC 246-808-205 WAC 246-808-207 WAC 246-808-209 WAC 246-808-211 WAC 246-808-215 |
23-20-026 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission is proposing changes to rules concerning chiropractic X-Ray technicians' course requirements including who can instruct the course, and updating the requirements for obtaining, maintaining, and returning from expired status. The commission is also adopting health equity continuing education requirements to reflect requirements in Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5229 (ESSB) (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). WAC 246-808-201, 246-808-203, 246-808-205, 246-808-207, 246-808-209, WAC 246-808-211 and repealing 246-808-215. |
For hearing and commenting information, please contact Betty J. Moe at 360-236-2868 or Betty.Moe@doh.wa.gov. Physical Location Labor and Industries Attend Virtually Written Comments Submit written comments to: Betty J. Moe, Regulatory Analyst Email: Betty.Moe@doh.wa.gov or CQAC@doh.wa.gov |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Requirements and Retired-Active License | WAC 246-843-071 WAC 246-843-180 WAC 246-843-090 WAC 246-843-130 WAC 246-843-231 |
23-20-116 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend in-person at the physical location or virtually through Microsoft Teams. Physical Location Washington State Department of Health Attend Virtually The virtual portion of the hearing is through Microsoft Teams: Meeting link. |
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| Medical Test Site Licensure for Naturopath and Nurse Midwife Professions | WAC 246-338-020 WAC 246-338-010 |
24-05-019 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | To align with federal rules, the Department of Health (department) is proposing removing the professions of naturopath licensed under chapter 18.36A RCW and midwife licensed under chapter 18.50 RCW from the list of licensed professionals that may perform a provider performed microscopic procedure (PPMP) in WAC 246-338-020. The department is proposing to clarify that both the laboratory director and testing personnel of PPMP must be licensed professionals. The department is also proposing a technical citation adjustment to a definition in WAC 246-338-010. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jessica Holloway Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jessica Holloway by March 21, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2927 Email: Jessica.Holloway@doh.wa.gov |
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| Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse Temporary Practice Permit | WAC 246-840-095 | 23-21-071 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing is proposing amendments to WAC 246-840-095, Temporary Practice Permits, for LPN and RN effective dates, reducing the length of time a temporary practice permit is effective and updating criteria to issue a temporary practice permit in order to align the internal board process with rule language and implement Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023), Military Spouses—Professional Licensing and Employment. |
The Washington State Board of Nursing will be offering both virtual and in-person options to attend this rule hearing. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually We invite you to participate in our public rules hearing using your computer, tablet or smart phone. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
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| Osteopathic Physicians' Assistants and Osteopathic Physicians' Acupuncture Assistants | 246-854 WAC 246-855 WAC |
22-06-071 | Accepting comments | Becky McElhiney |
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| Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) Fees and Renewal Cycle | WAC 246-828-991 | 24-07-064 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health, in consultation with the Board of Hearing and Speech, is proposing a new section of rule, WAC 246-828-991, to implement House Bill (HB) 1001, (chapter 53, Laws of 2023). HB 1001 entered Washington into the ASLP-IC interstate licensure compact for audiologists and speech-language pathologists and gives member states the discretion to charge a fee for granting compact privileges. The proposed rule specifies the fees and renewal cycle for compact practice privileges in Washington state. |
We are having a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kim-Boi Shadduck, Program Manager Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Kim-Boi Shadduck by April 18, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2912 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kimboi.shadduck@doh.wa.gov |
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| Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education Requirements | WAC 246-836-080 | 23-20-063 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy is proposing amendments to ensure clear CE requirements including designation of pharmacology CE credits, classification of CE categories, and implementation of the health equity CE requirements, mandated by Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). |
For hearing and commenting information, please contact Rachel Phipps at 564-233-1277. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Submit Written Comments Submit written comments to: Rachel Phipps Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Registered Nurse (RN) Delegation of Glucose Monitoring and Testing | WAC 246-840-835 (new section) WAC 246-840-935 (new section) WAC 246-840-930 WAC 246-840-940 |
24-08-076 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing is proposing new sections of rule, WAC 246-840-835 and 246-840-935, and amendments to WAC 246-840-930 and 246-840-940 to implement Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1124 (chapter 14, Laws of 2022) to expand the delegation of glucose monitoring and testing to all settings where Nursing Assistant -Registered and Nursing Assistant-Certified individuals work. Additionally, the board is proposing changes to supervision and valuation timeframes to align with SHB 1124. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jessilyn Dagum Fax: 360-236-4738 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jessilyn Dagum by April 24, 2024. Phone: 360-236-3538 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-4738 Email: WABONRules@doh.wa.gov |
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| Midwives Limited Prescriptive License Extension and Health Equity Continuing Education | 246-834 WAC | 24-05-052 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health (department) is proposing amendments to chapter 246-834 WAC to implement Substitute Senate Bill 5765 (chapter 289, Laws of 2022), which created two levels of limited prescriptive license extension for midwives to prescribe, obtain, and administer medications and therapies for the prevention and treatment of common prenatal and postpartum conditions, family planning methods, medical devices and implants. This bill also gave the Secretary of Health the authority to establish education requirements in the chapter. The department is also proposing amendments to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021) regarding health equity continuing education requirements. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kathy Weed Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kathy.weed@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Kathy Weed by March 25, 2024. Phone: 360-236-4883 TTY: 360-833-6388 or 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kathy.weed@doh.wa.gov |
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| Multistate Nursing License Fee (New) and Increase to Nursing Center Surcharge Fee | WAC 246-840-990 | 23-22-060 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health in consultation with the Board of Nursing, formerly known as the Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, is proposing to increase the nursing center surcharge fee and proposing to create a new fee for a multistate nursing license in WAC 246-840-990. The proposed rule implements Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5499, Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact (Chapter 123, Laws of 2023). |
The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend at the physical location or virtually by registering on Zoom. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Heather Cantrell |
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| Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma Care Systems Chapter Updates | WAC 246-976-010 through 246-976-182 WAC 246-976-260 through 246-976-310 WAC 246-976-330 through 246-976-395 WAC 246-976-920 WAC 246-976-960 WAC 246-976-970 WAC 246-976-026 (new) WAC 246-976-139 (new) WAC 246-976-261 (new) |
24-03-061 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amendments to update and align requirements with current national standards, make rules more clear, concise, and organized, propose changes to address barriers to initial and renewal application processes, and respond to new legislative requirements. WAC 246-976-010 through 246-976-182, 246-976-260 through 246-976-310, 246-976-330 through 246-976-395, 246-976-920, 246-976-960, 246-976-970 and proposing new WAC 246-976-026, 246-976-139, and 246-976-261. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. You can also submit comments in writing. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Catie Holstein, EMS Director Fax: 360-236-2830 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jill Hayes by February 22, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2838 Email: jill.hayes@doh.wa.gov Fax: 360-236-2830 |
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| Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Data Reporting | 246-976 WAC | 24-06-084 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amendments to existing sections and the addition of two new sections to chapter 246-976 WAC relating to EMS Data Systems reporting to the Washington EMS Information System (WEMSIS) system to meet the requirements of Section 19 of Substitute Senate Bill 5380 (chapter 314, Laws of 2019). |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jim Jansen Fax: 360-236-2830 Email: jim.jansen@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jim Jansen by April 2, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2821 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2830 Email: jim.jansen@doh.wa.gov |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Retired Active License Fee | WAC 246-843-990 | 23-22-094 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health (department) is proposing to establish a retired active fee for the nursing home administrator license in WAC 246-843-990. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend at the physical location or virtually by registering on Zoom. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kendra Pitzler Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Initial Licensure for Out-of-State Educated Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses | WAC 246-840-030 WAC 246-840-090 |
24-03-103 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing is proposing amendments to clarify specific licensing requirements for out-of-state Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) applicants. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. You can also submit comments in writing. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Bonnie King Fax: 360-236-4738 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Bonnie King by February 27, 2024. Phone: 564-669-9721 Email: WABONRules@doh.wa.gov Fax: 360-236-4738 |