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February 24, 2009        10:00 a.m. wheelchair accessible logo
Blake Office Park (driving directions)

Select the WAC number to view or print a copy of the CR-102 form and the rule text. Send all comments on the rule to the Rules Coordinator. If you have questions about the rule send a message to the contact person.

Rule Title/Subject Contact Person Washington State Register Citations
WAC 388-527-2730, 2737, 2750, 2820

The department is adding language to these Estate Recovery rules which adds both rights and responsibilities for state registered domestic partners, recognizing the partnerships for DSHS medical programs, whether federally-matched or state-funded.
Wendy Boedigheimer
(360) 725-1306
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-21-146
Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-03-109
Hearing date: February 24, 2009
Earliest adoption date: February 25, 2009
WAC 388-310-0800

Thsi rule change is necessary to remove support services for recipients of Diversion Cash Assistance who are receiving Career Services through the Employment Security Department.
Ian Horlor
(360) 725-4634
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-23-098
Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-03-101
Hearing date: February 24, 2009
Earliest adoption date: February 25, 2009
WAC 388-400-0040 and 0045; 388-450-0162 and 0185

These amendments clarify the rules regarding determining eligibility and benefit level for the Washington Basic Food program consistent with the requirements of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008
John Camp
(360) 725-4616
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-21-082
Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-03-100
Hearing date: February 24, 2009
Earliest adoption date: February 25, 2009
WAC 388-513-1380

Determining a client's participation in the cost of care for long-term care (LTC) services.
Lori Rolley
(360) 725-2271
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-24-077
Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-03-097
Hearing date: February 24, 2009
Earliest adoption date: February 25, 2009
WAC 388-513-1315 and 1320

Eligibility and institutional status for long-term care (LTC) services.
Lori Rolley
(360) 725-2271
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-13-089
Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-03-096
Hearing date: February 24, 2009
Earliest adoption date: February 25, 2009

Contact the DSHS Rules Coordinator to:

Rules Coordinator  
Rules and Policies Assistance Unit Phone: (360) 664-6097
PO Box 45850 TTY: (360) 664-6178
Olympia, WA 98504 FAX: (360) 664-6185