How to Participate in Rulemaking
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.
You may find more information from our partners about what is a behavioral health support specialist, the clinical training program, and the clinical implementation plan at the University of Washington webpage.
Current rules in progress
The Department of Health (department) has filed a CR-102 proposing the professional rules for the new Behavioral Health Support Specialist credential. The public rules hearing is scheduled for September 3rd, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Below are instructions on how to comment on the proposed rule, registration information for the rules hearing, and supporting documents in this rule package.
You may provide written comments by September 3rd, 2024, using one of the following options:
- The department's online rules comment webpage
- By email: bhss@doh.wa.gov
Public Rules Hearing Registration Information for September 3rd, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. PST
The department is holding a hybrid public hearing. Individuals may attend in person, or virtually using Zoom.
In person location:
Department of Health
Town Center 2, Rm 166 & 167
111 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
Register here for the Public Rules Hearing Webinar
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Supporting Documents:
- WSR 24-15-131 (PDF) - includes the official draft of the proposed rule language for the Behavioral Health Support Specialist profession.
- BHSS Fee Analysis (PDF)
- BHSS Significant Analysis (PDF)