The rules writing process is open to the public. The public is welcome to take part in helping us write rules. Rules are also known as regulations, Washington Administrative Code, or WAC. The rule-making process includes public notices and workshops, and usually a public hearing before a rule becomes final.
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Current Rules in Progress
- Dental anesthesia rules
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WAC 246-817-701 through 790 updated April 2023 (PDF)
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission is considering amendments to update general requirements for the administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures. In addition to general updates, the commission is also considering amendments to address 24 hour on-call availability after a complex dental procedure, on-site inspections for all dentists holding sedation permits, and creation of a pediatric sedation endorsement.
- CR101 filed on August 17, 2017, as WSR #17-17-089 (PDF)
- Draft Moderate Sedation with Parenteral Agents On-site form (PDF)
- Draft General Anesthesia On-site form (PDF)
Please send comments on the proposed rules to the Dental Commiossion.