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.
Current rules in progress
Hearing and Speech – implementing legislation 2SHB 1724 and amending WAC 246-828-617
The Board of Hearing and Speech adopted amendments to implement section 8 of Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023), codified as RCW 18.130.077, to reduce barriers to entering and remaining in the hearing and speech workforce and to shorten the credentialing process. The board amended WAC 246-828-020, 246-828-510, with a new section of 246-828-035, Licensure by endorsement. Additionally, the board adopted amendments to WAC 246-828-617 to clarify the requirements for speech-language pathology assistant certification.
- CR-103 filed April 11, 2025, as WSR# 25-09-055 (PDF)
- CR-102 filed December 18, 2024, as WSR# 25-02-001 (PDF)
- CR-101 filled March 29, 2024, as WSR# 24-08-058 (PDF)
Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) Fees and Renewal Cycle
We’re considering adding a new section called WAC 246-828-991. This is because of House Bill 101 (chapter 53, Laws of 2023), which allows states to charge fees for certain privileges.
Important Dates:
- CR-103 filed June 20, 2024, as WSR #24-13-111 (PDF)
- CR-102 filed March 15, 2024, as WSR #24-07-063 (PDF)
- CR-101 filed August 14, 2023, as WSR #23-17-072 (PDF)
Health Equity Continuing Education for audiologists, hearing aid specialists, speech-language pathologists and speech-language pathologist assistants
The Board of Hearing and Speech adopted a new rule (WAC 246-828-505) and updated existing ones (WAC 246-828-510) to include health equity education. This is because of Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5229 (ESSB 5229 chapter 276, Laws 2021).
Important Dates:
- CR-103 filed December 19, 2023, as WSR #24-01-120 (PDF)
- CR-102 filed September 12, 2023, as WSR #23-19-030 (PDF)
- CR-101 filed January 23, 2023, as WSR #23-04-022 (PDF)