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Title | WAC | WSR Sort descending | Status | 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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Rescission of Policy Statement OHS DM-1.1 Standards for Donor Human Milk | 24-04-079 | Withdrawn | This policy statement provided guidance to donor milk banks and insurance carriers consistent with RCW 43.70.645 until the department adopted permanent rules. The policy statement served as the milk bank safety standards established by the department for inpatient use for the purpose of RCW 43.70.645 and 48.43.815, clarified and added a definition addressing donor human milk obtained from a milk bank for the purposes of ensuring inclusion of donor milk provided by renumerated donors and ensuring inclusive language use. The department is rescinding this policy statement because it is superseded by permanent rules that were adopted August 22, 2023, filed as WSR 23-17-149 with an effective date of September 22, 2023, making the policy statement obsolete. Individuals requiring information on this should contact Me'kyel Bailey, lead policy advisor, email mekyel.bailey@doh.wa.gov, or phone 360-754-9161. Filed February 5, 2024. |
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Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Reference Date | WAC 246-915A-010 | 24-04-082 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Board of Physical Therapy is proposing to update the effective date in WAC 246-915A-010 for the Physical Therapy Compact per RCW 18.74.500 Article IX(2), updating the reference date to the most recent physical therapy licensure compact rules. This proposed rule will update the compact effective date to June 27, 2023. |
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Home Care Aide Applicant Training | WAC 246-980-100 | 24-04-095 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | The Department of health adopted emergency rules that temporarily remove the requirement for home care aide applicants to become certified within two years of completing training. WAC 246-980-100 (5)(c) requires that home care aide certification testing occur within two years of training. This emergency rule removes the two-year limit on the validity of training. |
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Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission Rescission of Policy Statement P004 | 24-05-012 | Withdrawn | Rescission of Policy Statement P004, Regulatory Standards Applicable to Remote Dispensing Sites. Filed February 8, 2024. The pharmacy quality assurance commission (commission) is rescinding the policy statement Regulatory Standards Applicable to Remote Dispensing Sites, which was filed on July 2, 2020, and published as WSR 20-15-011. The department of health is rescinding this policy statement because rulemaking was completed allowing a pharmacy to extend its pharmacy license to a remote dispensing site where technology is used to dispense medications used for the treatment of opioid use disorder or its symptoms. The CR-103P was filed under WSR 24-01-098 and went into effect on January 18, 2024. Individuals requiring information on this rule should contact Joshua Munroe, rules and legislative consultant, phone 360-502-5058, email PharmacyRules@doh.wa.gov. |
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Board of Naturopathy Rescission of Interpretive Statement BON 21-01 | 24-05-013 | Withdrawn | Rescission of Interpretive Statement BON 21-01, Continuing Education Pharmacology Documentation. Filed February 8, 2024. The board is rescinding this interpretive statement because the board has adopted amendments to WAC 246-836-080 Continuing competency program, that clarify what forms of documentation are acceptable to verify meeting the pharmacology continuing education requirements. Thus, the interpretive statement is no longer necessary. Individuals requiring information on this rule should contact Rachel Phipps, program manager, phone 564-233-1277, email naturopathy@doh.wa.gov. |
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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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Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Education Requirement | WAC 246-840-010 WAC 246-840-340 WAC 246-840-342 246-840 WAC |
24-05-022 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | Amending WAC 246-840-010, 246-840-340, 246-840-342, and other related sections in chapter 246-840 WAC. The Washington State Board of Nursing is considering amendments to education requirements for ARNP licensure in response to the Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee’s (JARRC) recommendation. |
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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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Substance Abuse Monitoring Program for Osteopathic Physicians | WAC 246-853-290 WAC 246-853-300 WAC 246-853-310 WAC 246-853-320 |
24-05-036 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery is proposing amendments to WAC 246-853-290, 246-853-300, 246-853-310, and 246-853-320 to update the rules regarding health profession monitoring programs. The proposed changes reflect updated language changes made by Substitute Senate Bill 5496 (chapter 43, Laws of 2022). In partnership with the Secretary of Health, technical amendments are also being proposed to WAC 246-853-990 to reflect changes to the updated rules and statute. |
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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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Climate Resilience Element in Water System Plans | WAC 246-290-100 | 24-05-084 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amending WAC 246-290-100, Water system plans, to add the climate resilience element as a requirement for public water systems with one thousand or more connections. The proposal also makes editorial changes to align with the Code Reviser’s 2023 Bill Drafting Guide. |
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: Jocelyn Jones Email: drinkingwaterrule@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jocelyn Jones by March 20, 2024. Phone: 360-236-3020 TTY: 711 Email: drinkingwaterrule@doh.wa.gov |
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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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Temporary Practice Permits for Military Spouse Pharmacy Interns Policy Statement | WAC 246-945-155 WAC 246-945-156 |
24-06-019 | Adopted | This policy clarifies the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission’s issuance of temporary practice permits to pharmacy interns who are spouses of military personnel. Policy number: P011. Effective Date: February 1, 2024. |
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Military Spouses — Removing Barriers to Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-12-051 | 24-06-028 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amendments to WAC 246-12-051 to update language changes made by Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023). The proposed changes will align the rules with statutory changes regarding licensure of military spouses who hold a license in another state. |
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Optometry Continuing Education and Examination Requirements | WAC 246-851-090 through 246-851-230 WAC 246-851-490 |
24-06-033 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Board of Optometry is considering amendments to optometrist continuing education and examination requirements in WAC 246-851-090 through 246-851-230 and WAC 246-851-490 to comply with Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023) and to consider increasing the number of allowable online credits. |
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State Board of Health: On-Site Sewage Systems Requirements | 246-272A WAC WAC 246-272A-0110 WAC 246-272A-0340 |
24-06-046 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The State Board of Health has adopted amendments to chapter 246-272A WAC to implement changes to existing requirements. The adopted rule establishes new requirements, including requirements for field verification of proprietary products, property transfer inspections, remediation, and product supply chain issues and makes clarification updates. |
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Medication Assistance in Community-Based and In-Home Care Settings | 246-945 WAC | 24-06-047 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission and Department of Health are filing jointly to reinstate medication assistance rules which establish criteria for medication assistance in community-based and in-home care settings in WACs 246-945-710, 246-945-712, 246-945-714, 246-945-716, 246-945-718, 246-945-720, 246-945-722, 246- 945-724, 246-945-726, and 246-945-728. This adopted emergency rule will extend WSR 23-23-032 filed on November 3, 2023, without change. |
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Occupational Therapy Temporary Permits and Fees | WAC 246-847-117 WAC 246-847-990 |
24-06-055 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Occupational Therapy Practice Board and the Department of Health are considering amending rules and establishing fees for temporary practice permits in response to the Washington Military Spouse Employment Act. |
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Home Care Aide Workforce — Reducing Barriers | 246-980 WAC | 24-06-066 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amending chapter 246-980 WAC to implement Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1694, (chapter 424, Laws of 2023) and Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5278, (chapter 323, Laws of 2023). These laws reduce barriers to hire home care aides. |
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. Contact Jennifer Osbun. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jennifer Osbun Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jennifer Osbun by April 4, 2024. Phone: 360-236-2737 TTY: 711 Email: homecareaide@doh.wa.gov |
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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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Respiratory Care Practitioner Licensure Update and Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-928-420 WAC 246-928-540 WAC 246-928-560 WAC 246-928-570 246-928 WAC |
24-06-083 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amending requirements for respiratory care practitioner application, examination licensure, and out of state credentialing and temporary practice permits. |
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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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Removing Postgraduate Medical Training Barriers to Physician Licensing | WAC 246-919-330 | 24-07-019 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | The Washington Medical Commission is extending its emergency rule that amends WAC 246-919-330 to eliminate the outdated requirement for consecutive years of training in no more than two programs. This change will remove a barrier for qualified applicants to obtain a physician license. This rule continues emergency rules filed on November 9, 2023, under WSR 23-23-071 while permanent rulemaking is in process. |
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Board of Optometry Continuing Education Policy Statement — Reporting of In-Person Hours for Year 2024 | 24-07-038 | Adopted | Policy Number: OD 24-01. Allowances for in-person continuing education for licensed optometrists who have a continuing education reporting date in year 2024. Effective Date: March 1, 2024. |
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Hospital Staffing Committees Interpretive Statement | 24-07-061 | Adopted | Interpreting the requirements of RCW 70.41.420, which describes the establishment, composition, and responsibilities of hospital staffing committees. Interpretive Statement CHS-01-17-24. Effective Date: January 1, 2024 |
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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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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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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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Classifying Wildlife Capture Drugs as Legend Drugs | WAC 246-945-507 | 24-07-066 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission is proposing to amend WAC 246-945-507 to add four intramammary antibiotics to the list of approved legend drugs in chapter 246-945 WAC in response to request from Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Capital Region ESD Building Webinar To access the Zoom meeting, contact Julia Katz. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Julia Katz Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Julia Katz by April 25, 2024. Phone: 360-502-5058 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: PharmacyRules@doh.wa.gov |
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Removing Fenfluramine from The List of Schedule IV Substances | WAC 246-945-055 WAC 246-945-05001 |
24-07-067 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission is proposing to add a new subsection to WAC 246-945-055 to utilize the commission’s authority, to delete substances designated as a Schedule IV controlled substance. The commission is also proposing to create a new section, WAC 246-945-05001, to establish a list of exempted substances from RCW 69.50.204, RCW 69.50.206, RCW 69.50.208, RCW 69.50.210, and RCW 69.50.212, including fenfluramine. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person Capital Region ESD Building Webinar To access the Zoom meeting, contact Julia Katz. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Julia Katz Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Julia Katz by April 25, 2024. Phone: 360-502-5058 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: PharmacyRules@doh.wa.gov |
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Agency Affiliated Counselors — Amending Mental Health Professional Definition and Creating Two New Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) Credentials | WAC 246-341-0200 WAC 246-341-0515 WAC 246-810-010 WAC 246-810-015 WAC 246-810-990 |
24-07-100 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | Second Substitute House Bill 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023) made several immediate changes impacting behavioral health agencies, including amending the definition of “mental health professional” (MHP) and to establish two new credentials, the certified agency affiliated counselor (C-AAC) and the licensed agency affiliated counselor (L-AAC). This emergency rule continues without changes to the original emergency rule package while permanent rule making is in progress. |
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Pharmacy Intern Permit Extensions | WAC 246-945-155 WAC 246-945-156 246-945 WAC |
24-07-105 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission is considering amending WAC 246-945-155, WAC 246-945-156, and adding a new section to chapter 246-945 WAC. These changes would grant renewal extensions to pharmacy interns and would extend temporary pharmacy intern practice permits for spouses of military personnel in accordance with Second Substitute House Bill 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023). |
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Opioid Prescribing and Tapering Rules for Allopathic Physicians and Physician Assistants | WAC 246-918-801 WAC 246-918-870 WAC 246-918-900 WAC 246-919-851 WAC 246-919-920 WAC 246-919-950 |
24-07-106 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington Medical Commission is proposing amendments to the commission’s opioid prescribing rules for allopathic physicians and physician assistants to exclude patients with sickle cell disease, to clarify tapering considerations, and to clarify the use of biological specimen testing. Amending WAC 246-918-801, WAC 246-918-870, WAC 246-918-900, WAC 246-919-851, WAC 246-919-920, and WAC 246-919-950. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Teams. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Teams registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Amelia Boyd, Program Manager Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Amelia Boyd by April 19, 2024. Phone: 1-800-525-0127 TTY: 711 Email: medical.rules@wmc.wa.gov |
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Physician Postgraduate Medical Training | WAC 246-919-330 | 24-07-107 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington Medical Commission is proposing amendments to WAC 246-919-330 to remove two requirements that have become a barrier to licensure. The purpose of this proposal is to amend the rules to align them with current practices and remove barriers to licensure for qualified applicants entering the physician workforce. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Teams. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Teams registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Amelia Boyd, Program Manager Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Amelia Boyd by April 19, 2024. Phone: 1-800-525-0127 TTY: 711 Email: medical.rules@wmc.wa.gov
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Memo Rescinding an Incomplete Emergency Rule Amending Credentials for Mental Health Professionals | WAC 246-341-0200 WAC 246-341-0515 WAC 246-810-010 WAC 246-810-015 WAC 246-810-990 |
24-08-001 | Withdrawn | The Department of Health rescinded the CR103E filed as WSR 24-07-062 amending behavioral health agency licensing and certification requirements because it was incomplete. The emergency rule was refiled correctly under WSR 24-07-100. Filed March 20, 2024. |
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Brief Adjudicative Proceedings under Department of Health Authority | WAC 246-10-501 | 24-08-043 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amending WAC 246-10-501 to include applicants for interstate license compacts, milk banks, and 988-line crisis call centers to the list of applicant types who are eligible for brief adjudicated proceedings as a due process recourse if their application is denied. |
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Dental School Faculty Member Licenses | WAC 246-817-150 | 24-08-057 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Dental Quality Assurance Commission is adopting amendments to update rules regarding out-of-state licensure in line with Senate Bill 5113 (chapter 89, Laws of 2023) to include any institution of higher education in Washington state accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) for faculty licensure. |
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Hearing and Speech — Removing Barriers to Certification for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants and Related Clarification | WAC 246-828-020 WAC 246-828-510 WAC 246-828-617 246-828 WAC |
24-08-058 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Board of Hearing and Speech is considering amendments to WAC 246-828-020, WAC 246-828-510, and WAC 246-828-617 to update requirements for speech-language pathology assistant certification. The board may also consider making related updates or new sections to clarify and streamline licensure in chapter 246-828 WAC. |
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Memo Rescinding On-Site Sewage Proprietary Treatment Products Emergency Rule | WAC 246-272A-0110 | 24-08-067 | Withdrawn | The Department of Health is rescinded the CR-103E for the Sixth Emergency rule for proprietary treatment products and the use of substitution products under WAC 246-272A-0110, published as WSR 24-04-071 because a permanent rule WSR 24-06-046 filed on March 1, 2024 makes the emergency rule redundant. |
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Public Water System Fees | WAC 246-290-990 | 24-08-068 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering updating public water system fees to generate sufficient income to cover costs of the program. This may include updating or restructuring existing fees or creating new fees. |
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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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Withdrawal of Shellfish Fee Rulemaking | WAC 246-282-990 | 24-08-079 | Withdrawn | The Department of Health withdrew the CR-101 published as WSR 23-04-061 and the CR-102 published as WSR 23-23-186 for WAC 246-282-990, Shellfish fees, because the 2024 Legislature passed a budget proviso that gives the department funding to contract with an independent third-party consultant to study the commercial shellfish regulatory program and make recommendations on fees. The budget proviso prohibits the department from increasing commercial shellfish fees during fiscal year 2025. Filed as WSR 24-08-079 and WSR 24-08-079A. |
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Birth Doula Clarification of Culturally Congruent Care | WAC 246-835-010 WAC 246-835-025 |
24-09-012 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amendments to WAC 246-835-010 and WAC 246-835-025 to clarify the definition of “culturally congruent care” and to ensure education and training requirements related to “culturally congruent care” are clear. |
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Naloxone Nasal Spray as Over-the-Counter Status | WSR 24-01-021 | 24-09-013 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | This emergency rule filing allows for the 3mg and 4mg dosage versions of naloxone spray to be prescribed as Over-The-Counter (OTC) products. This rule is unchanged from the previous emergency rule under WSR 24-01-021 filed on December 8, 2023. This emergency rule will be continued until the permanent rulemaking is effective. |
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Genetic Counselor - Removing Barriers to Licensure Barriers | WAC 246-825-080 | 24-09-014 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amendments to genetic counselor licensure requirements in WAC 246-825-080 Licensure by endorsement, to comply with Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023) to make disciplining authorities review and adjust licensure requirements to remove barriers to entering and remaining in the health care workforce, and to streamline and shorten the credentialing process. |
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Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission Policy Statement — Waiver of Jurisprudence Examination for Certain Chiropractic License Applicants or Inactive License Holders | WAC 246-808-135 WAC 246-808-180 WAC 246-808-181 |
24-09-029 | Adopted | Policy Statement CH-24-03-014 (PDF). The Washington State Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission issued a policy statement stating that an Individual’s holding a chiropractic license in “inactive” status, and endorsement or expired credential reissuance applicants are not required to take and pass the jurisprudence examination if the applicant holds an active credential recognized as having substantially equivalent standards. Effective Date: March 14, 2023. |
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Apprenticeship Programs for Veterinary Technicians | WAC 246-935-060 | 24-09-036 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Veterinary Board of Governors is adopting an amendment to WAC 246-935-060 Eligibility for examination as a veterinary technician, to clarify that a registered apprenticeship program is an approved post-secondary educational pathway to qualify for licensure exams as a veterinary technician. |
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Birth Doulas Requirements for Licensure by Endorsement | WAC 246-835-040 | 24-09-050 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering amendments to the birth doula certification requirements in WAC 246-835-040, Applicants currently certified in other states or territories, to comply with Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023). |
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Reference to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Chapters | WAC 246-945-100 | 24-09-051 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission has adopted a revision to WAC 246-945-100, Compounding minimum standards, to update the rule to the most recent version of the USP – National Formulary <795> and <797>. This will capture the revisions to the USP <795> and <797>, which have been made official since WAC 246-945-100 became effective on July 1, 2020. |