Rule-Making Hearing Docket, RPAU, DSHS, WA State

Rule-Making Hearing Docket

The tables below list all rules scheduled for hearings grouped by administration. The rule title links to the CR-102 form and text. Select this link to see how you can send your comments to the Rules Coordinator. If you have questions about the rule send a message to the contact person.

DSHS filing notices ("CR" forms), WAC text and related materials that appear on this website are facsimiles of official rule-making notices filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. Some information - such as the effective date of a final or emergency rule - may be added by DSHS to rule-making notices appearing on this website. Such added information is intended for clarity only and does not alter the effect of the official notice.

Aging & Disability Services

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 13-04-092 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-08-084 Hearing date: June 4, 2013
WAC 388-865-0400, 0405, 0420, 0425, 0460, 0469 HCA and the department are concurrently adopting rules to meet the requirements of the Settlement Agreement which requires HCA to provide a coverage benefit to assist children with autism spectrum disorders and DSHS to establish minimum licensing standards in rule in order for community mental health agencies to deliver ABA services.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 13-02-084 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-07-068 Hearing date: April 23, 2013
Chapters 388-877A, 388-877B and 388-877C WAC To establish specific requirements for licensing and certification of behavioral health agencies that provide mental health, chemical dependency, and/or problem and pathological gambling treatment services.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-067 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-02-028 Hearing date: February 26, 2013
Chapter 388-877 WAC Behavioral health services administrative requirements.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-067 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-02-027 Hearing date: February 26, 2013
WAC 388-97-0001, 0040, 1000, 1620, 1640, 2020, 2180 Nursing homes.	Scott Bird (360) 725-2581	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-16-110 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-23-058 Hearing date: January 8, 2013
WAC 388-105-0005 The daily medicaid payment rates for clients assessed using CARE tool and that reside in adult family homes, and boarding homes contracted to provide assisted living, adult residential care, and enhanced adult residential care services.	Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-10-090 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-21-093 Hearing date: November 27, 2012
WAC 388-106-0135 and 1305 Personal care hours.	Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-16-108 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-20-074 Hearing date: November 6, 2012
WAC 388-865-0430, 0575, 0576, 0578 These rules meet the requirements of SSB 5187, Chapter 302, Laws of 2011.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-14-027 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-18-070 Hearing date: October 9, 2012
WAC 388-828-9325, 9330, 9335, 9340, 9345, 9350, 9355, 9360 These changes will determine how DDD will determine the number of hours a DDD client may receive for employment support services.	Branda Matson (360) 725-3405	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-01-117 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-18-069 Hearing date: October 9, 2012
Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based services waivers.	Kris Pederson (360) 725-3445	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-123 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-17-036 Hearing date: October 9, 2012
WAC 388-828-4165, 4420, 4440, 9300, 9310 The purpose of these rules is to implement consistent statewide process to use in determining amount of hours individuals may receive when community access services are approved in their individual support plan.	Branda Matson (360) 725-3405	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-01-117 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-16-104 Hearing date: September 4, 2012
388-865-0536 and 0755 Standards for administration--Inpatient evaluation and treatment facilities; and Standards for administration--Crisis stabilization units.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-09-093 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-16-103 Hearing date: September 4, 2012
Chapter 388-825 WAC Division of developmental disabilities service rules.	Nichole Jensen (360) 725-3403	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-12-076 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-16-101 Hearing date: September 4, 2012
Chapter 388-71 and 388-112 WAC The department is amending and adopting new rules to implement Initiative 1163, related to caregiver training requirements.	Martin Yates (360) 725-2540	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-008 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-16-027 Hearing date: September 25, 2012
Chapter 388-513 and 388-515 WAC Combine CN and MN waiver eligibility based on approval by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.	Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-24-093 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-16-023 Hearing date: September 25, 2012
Chapter 388-865 WAC Community mental health and involuntary treatment programs.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-20-101 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-15-074 Hearing date: September 4, 2012
Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-114 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-15-073 Hearing date: September 4, 2012
WAC 388-527-2754 Assets not subject to recovery and other limits on recovery.	Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-24-093 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-14-112 Hearing date: August 7, 2012
WAC 388-106-0300, 0305, 0815 These changes are necessary to implement Adult Day Health changes as required under 3ESHB 2127.	Debbie Johnson (360) 725-2531	Preproposal notices filed as WSR 11-24-094 & 12-01-119 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-11-114 Hearing date: July 10, 2012
WAC 388-106-0015, 0020, 0070, 0310, 0400, 0410 The department is consolidating three waivers into one to improve efficiency. This rule amendment is necessary to manage budget shortfalls and maintain fund solvency. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) gave the department approval effective April 1, 2012.	Debbie Johnson (360) 725-2531	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-02-082 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-11-114 Hearing date: June 26, 2012
Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based services waivers.	Alan McMullen (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-07-085 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-09-072 Hearing date: May 22, 2012
Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements.	Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-088 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-09-071 Hearing date: June 5, 2012
WAC 388-106-0010, 0075, 0126, 0130, 0210 and 0213 The department is amending rules to revise the assessment process for allocating personal care hours to disabled children as a result of Washington State Supreme Court decision regarding the Samantha A. v. DSHS. Additionally, effective February 1, 2012, the department eliminated the add-on hours for off-site laundry and add-on hours to those clients living more than 45 minutes from essential services as a result of the department's need to stay within budget appropriations.	Geri-Lyn McNeill (360) 725-2353	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-22-074 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-07-080 Hearing date: May 8, 2012
WAC 388-78A-2020, 2030, 2032 and 2035 The department is filing a supplemental CR-102 to revise the proposed rules in an effort to provide more clarity. The department is making revisions in response to comments and feedback received from residents, nonresident individuals, and providers.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-17-134 Supplemental rules filed as WSR 12-01-113 Hearing date: February 7, 2012
WAC 388-805-080, 085, 090, 100 To meet requirements of the 2011-13 Omnibus Operating Budget which requires the Department to establish licensing and certification fees at an amount adequate to reimburse costs for the review and approval of treatment programs in fiscal years 2012 and 2013.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-18-073 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-01-111 Hearing date: January 24, 2012
WAC 388-865-0103, 0474, 0516 To meet requirements of the 2011-13 Omnibus Operating Budget which requires the Department to establish licensing and certification fees at an amount adequate to reimburse costs for the review and approval of treatment programs in fiscal years 2012 and 2013.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-18-074 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-01-110 Hearing date: January 24, 2012
WAC 388-106-0125 In-home personal care hours.	Geri-Lyn McNeill (360) 725-2353	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-03-081 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-24-095 Hearing date: January 10, 2012
WAC 388-106-1200, 1210, 1215, 1220, 1225, 1230 Respite care services.	Hilari Hauptman (360) 725-2556	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-20-103 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-24-047 Hearing date: January 10, 2012
WAC 388-96-910 Safety net assessment.	Ken Callaghan (360) 725-2499	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-131 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-24-048 Hearing date: January 10, 2012
Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based waivers.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-07-085 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-23-155 Hearing date: January 10, 2012
WAC 388-105-0005 The daily medicaid payment rates for clients assessed using the CARE tool and that reside in AFH and boarding homes contracted to provide AL, ARC, and EARC services.	Ken Callaghan (360) 725-2499	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-144 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-23-012 Hearing date: December 27, 2011
Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports.	John Gaskell (360) 725-3210	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-092 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-20-100 Hearing date: November 8, 2011
Chapter 388-513 WAC Long-term care services.	Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-02-032 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-20-097 Hearing date: November 8, 2011
WAC 388-71-05832, 05833, 05834, 05835, 05836 and 05837 Long-term care worker safety training requirements.	Nancy Brubaker (360) 725-2540	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-105 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-101 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements.	Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-091 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-096 Hearing date: October 25, 2011
Chapter 388-111 WAC Residential habilitation centers--Compliance standards.	John Gaskell (360) 725-3210	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-095 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-093 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-17-134 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-106-0010, 1500, 1505, 1510, 1515, 1520, 1525, 1530 and 1535 Long-term care (LTC) services (Chronic Care Management).	Cathy Sweeney (360) 725-2607	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-05-031 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-17-071 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-97-0001, 0140, 0600, 1640, 4160, 4180, 4280, 4460 Amendments are necessary as a result of legislative activity during session and to be consistent with federal regulations and newly passed state laws.	Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-13-093 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-17-070 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-832-0025 Am I eligible for the IFS program if I currently receive other DDD paid services?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-066 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-13-113 Hearing date: July 26, 2011
WAC 388-827-0115 What are the programmatic eligibility requirements for DDD/SSP?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-065 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-13-112 Hearing date: July 26, 2011
WAC 388-106-0125 If I am age twenty-one or older, how does CARE use criteria to place me in a classification group for in-home care?	Susan Engels (360) 725-2554	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-03-081 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-12-088 Hearing date: July 5, 2011
WAC 388-71-06020 through 388-71-06420 Home care referral registry.	Susan Engels (360) 725-2554	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-14-052 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-084 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
Chapter 388-828 WAC DDD assessment.	Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-21-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-080 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
Chapter 388-111 WAC Residential habilitation centers--Compliance standards.	John Gaskell (360) 725-3210	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-19-103 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-02-073 Hearing date: February 8, 2011
WAC 388-71-06020 through 388-71-06420 Home care referral registry.	Susan Engels (360) 725-2554	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-14-052 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-24-103 Hearing date: January 4, 2011
Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services.	Geri-Lyn McNeill (360) 725-2353	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-14-056 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-22-123 Hearing date: December 7, 2010
WAC 388-865-0255, 0256, 0257, 0258 DBHR is updating and clarifying consumer grievance and appeal policy, as well as making the language clearer and easier to understand.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-05-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-22-122 Hearing date: December 7, 2010
Chapter 388-96 WAC Nursing facility medicaid payment system.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-11-109 and 09-17-003 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-20-171 Hearing date: December 7, 2010
Chapter 388-816 WAC Certification requirements for problem and pathological gambling treatment program.	Deb Cummins (360) 725-3716	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-08-079 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-18-102 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-105-0005 Effective July 1, 2010, the department increased the rates in WAC 388-105-0005 to cover the Medicaid share of the license fee increase and the Medicaid cost of new training needs.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-12-109 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-18-099 Hearing date: October 5, 2010
WAC 388-78A-3230 Under chapter 37, Laws of 2010, the department must increase the yearly license fee for licensed boarding homes from $79 per bed to $106 per bed effective July 1, 2010.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-09-107 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-18-095 Hearing date: October 5, 2010
WAC 388-97-4160 and 4180 Under chapter 37 Laws of 2010, the department must increase the yearly license fee for nursing homes from $275 per bed to $327 per bed effective July 1, 2010.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-09-109 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-18-094 Hearing date: October 5, 2010
WAC 388-106-1000 through 1055 Private duty nursing.	Doris Barret (360) 725-2553	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-24-028 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-17-075 Hearing date: September 22, 2010
Chapter 388-71 WAC; Chapter 388-112 WAC; Chapter 388-829A WAC; Chapter 388-829C WAC The purpose of amendments is to implement and clarify the training requirements and the criminal history background check requirements.	Nancy Brubaker (360) 725-2540	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-087 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-10-121 Hearing date: July 6, 2010
Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements.	Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-04-113 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-10-120 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-04-114 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-10-119 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
WAC 388-101-3000, 3050, 3220 and 3250 The purpose of this proposed rule making is to implement chapters 74.39A and 18.88B RCW as codified from Initiative No. 1029 and E2SHB 2284.	John Gaskell (360) 725-3210	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-04-112 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-10-079 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
WAC 388-76-10585 The purpose of these amendments is to give AFH residents and their families more time to prepare when there is a change in ownership and to make it easier for residents to examine inspection and complaint investigation reports.	Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-016 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-10-077 Hearing date: June 8, 2010
Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based services waivers.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-19-112 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-09-100 Hearing date: June 8, 2010
WAC 388-831-0240 Can I be terminated from the community protection program?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-07-062 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-082 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
WAC 388-850-045 What is the formula for distribution of funding to the counties?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-132 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-081 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
WAC 388-831-0010 and 0030 DDD is amending rules to include individuals who have a history of violent behaviors which demonstrate the likelihood to commit a violent act.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-047 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-07-160 Hearing date: April 27, 2010
Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services.	Bea Rector (360) 725-2527	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-042 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-06-114 Hearing date: April 6, 2010
WAC 388-832-0160, 0305, 0345 and 0460 The proposed rules clarify limits on respite care, identify who are qualified providers and specifies how DDD will notify clients of decisions regarding the IFS program.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-15-162 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-04-122 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
Chapter 388-828 WAC The DDD assessment.	Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-20-087 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-03-108 Hearing date: February 23, 2010
WAC 388-832-0145 Who is eligible to receive respite care?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-016 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-03-107 Hearing date: February 23, 2010
Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services.	Karen Fitzharris (360) 725-2446	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-13-092 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-02-096 Hearing date: February 23, 2010
WAC 388-71-0515, 0540; 388-106-1303 Amending rules in accordance with chapter 571, Laws of 2009 (SHB 2361).	Bea Rector (360) 725-2527	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-18-090 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-02-097 Hearing date: February 9, 2010

Children's Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
Chapter 388-61A WAC Shelters for victims of domestic violence.	Susan Hannibal (206) 923-4910	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-113 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-05-047 Hearing date: March 26, 2013
WAC 388-165-180 and 185 These amendments will be in compliance with revised Child Care Subsidy Program to minimize impact on direct services and implement fiscal policy and practice efficiencies.	Michael Luque (360) 902-7986	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-20-102 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-04-006 Hearing date: March 12, 2013
Chapter 388-25 WAC; WAC 388-148-0010 Extended foster care services.	Jim Pritchard (360) 902-8487	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-22-004 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-03-021 Hearing date: February 26, 2013

Economic Services Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
WAC 388-492-0030 Who can get WASHCAP?	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 13-07-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-11-043 Hearing date: June 25, 2013
Various sections in Title 388 WAC CSD is proposing to amend rules to remove medical language. These changes are necessary to comply with 2E2SHB 1738 which designated HCA as the single state agency responsible for administration of Medicaid programs.	Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-063 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-11-025 Hearing date: June 25, 2013
WAC 388-444-0005, 0055, 0065, 0070, 0075 CSD is proposing to update Basic Food work requirements to be consistent with federal regulations, and Washington approved Basic Food state plan.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 13-03-148 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-09-027 Hearing date: May 21, 2013
WAC 388-482-0005 How does being a student impact my eligibility for the Washington Basic Food program?	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 13-04-091 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-09-026 Hearing date: May 21, 2013
WAC 388-440-0001,0005; 388-452-0005; 388-460-0001 These changes remove medical language references from exception to rule, interview requirements and benefit issuances.	Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-063 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-07-019 Hearing date: April 23, 2013
WAC 388-418-0011 What is a mid-certification review, and do I have to complete one in order to keep receiving benefits?	Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-063 Proposed rules filed as WSR 13-04-090 Hearing date: March 12, 2013
WAC 388-466-0120 Refugee cash assistance (RCA).	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-063 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-22-073 Hearing date: December 11, 2012
WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-13-078 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-21-095 Hearing date: November 27, 2012
WAC 388-310-0800 WorkFirst--Support services.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-17-136 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-21-094 Hearing date: November 27, 2012
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-17-091 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-21-026 Hearing date: December 11, 2012
Chapter 388-315 WAC The department is proposing to adopt a new chapter in title 388 WAC necessary to comply with RCW 74.08A.040 to enact rules covering at a minimum the appropriate uses of state MOE funds and annual reports on program operations by Tribal TANF programs.	Mike Mowrey (360) 725-4656	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-137 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-20-077 Hearing date: November 6, 2012
WAC 388-450-0185, 0190 and 388-478-0060 This action is necessary to update Basic Food standards for Federal Fiscal Year 2013 to comply with requirements of FNS, SNAP USDA memo dated August 6, 2012.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-07-035 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-20-075 Hearing date: November 6, 2012
WAC 388-14A-8200 All Washington employers must report new hires to the Washington state support registry.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-098 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-15-072 Hearing date: August 21, 2012
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-083 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-15-071 Hearing date: August 21, 2012
WAC 388-478-0005 Cash assistance need and payment standards and grant maximum.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-091 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-15-069 Hearing date: August 21, 2012
WAC 388-458-0011 DSHS sends you a denial letter when you can't get benefits.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-117 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-15-068 Hearing date: August 21, 2012
WAC 388-400-0040, 0050; 388-412-0015; 388-424-0020, 0030; 388-489-0025 This rule is necessary to comply with RCW 74.08A.120 and 3ESHB 2127 which provides funding for FAP and establishes the FAP benefit to be one-half the federal SNAP benefit amount.	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-082 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-15-066 Hearing date: August 21, 2012
WAC 388-492-0110, 0120 These changes are necessary to cross-reference rules necessary to maintain federally authorized programs regarding the allowable use of SNAP benefits.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-10-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-13-077 Hearing date: July 25, 2012
WAC 388-466-0005, 0120 and 0140 The proposed amendments will separate the refugee cash assistance rules from the refugee medical assistance rules and repeal the necessary language related to medicaid funded services.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-063 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-13-076 Hearing date: July 25, 2012
WAC 388-444-0030 Do I have to work to be eligible for Basic Food benefits if I am an able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD)?	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-08-062 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-12-074 Hearing date: July 10, 2012
WAC 388-412-0025 How do I get my benefits?	Olga Walker (360) 725-4641	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-136 & 12-06-079 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-10-097 Hearing date: June 5, 2012
WAC 388-446-0020 What penalties will I receive if I break a food assistance rule on purpose? Corrected Proposal Withdrawal of Original Proposal Original Proposal	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-092 Corrected proposed rule filed as WSR 12-10-043 Withdrawal of proposed rule filed as WSR 12-10-005 Original proposed rule filed as WSR 12-09-047 Hearing date: May 22, 2012
WAC 388-310-0200 WorkFirst--Activities.	Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-05-087 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-09-092 Hearing date: May 22, 2012
Various sections in Title 388 WAC The department is amending, repealing and creating new rules to eliminate reference to Disability Lifeline and to establish standards for the Aged Blind, or Disabled and Pregnant Women Assistance programs to comply with ESHB 2082. This supplemental notice includes proposed rules substantially different from the proposed rules filed on October 26, 2011 as WSR 11-22-032.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-104 Original proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-032 Supplemental proposed rules filed as WSR 12-05-023 Hearing date: April 10, 2012
WACs 388-406-0035; 388-412-0005; 388-446-0005; 388-450-0015, 0025, 0245; 388-470-0055; 388-472-0005 The proposed amendments are necessary to eliminate reference to GA and DL, and include reference to the new programs Aged, Blind, or Disabled Assistance and Pregnant Women Assistance established November 1, 2011.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-104 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-02-083 Hearing date: February 7, 2012
WAC 388-484-0005 and 0006 These department is proposing to count months an ineligible parent receives a TANF/SFA grant for his or her child but is ineligible to receive TANF/SFA assistance towards the parent's sixty month TANF/SFA time limit.	Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-18-100 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-102 Supplemental notice filed as WSR 12-01-112 Hearing date: January 24, 2012
WAC 388-436-0002 The department is proposing to reduce additional requirements for emergent needs (AREN) issuance from an annual to a lifetime limit, and issue AREN payments directly to registered vendors.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice WSR 11-08-099 & 11-17-136 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-22-103 Hearing date: December 6, 2011
WAC 388-484-0006 The department is proposing to count months an ineligible parent receives a TANF/SFA grant for his or her child but is ineligible to receive TANF/SFA assistance towards the parent's sixty month TANF/SFA time limit.	Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-18-100 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-102 Hearing date: December 6, 2011
Chapter 388-315 WAC Tribal TANF.	Mike Mowrey (360) 725-4656	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-137 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-100 Hearing date: December 6, 2011
Various sections in Title 388 WAC The department is amending, repealing and creating new rules to eliminate reference to Disability Lifeline and to establish standards for the Aged Blind, or Disabled and Pregnant Women Assistance programs to comply with ESHB 2082.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-104 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-032 Hearing date: December 27, 2011
WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-16-105 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-21-076 Hearing date: November 22, 2011
WAC 388-470-0005 How do resources affect my eligibility for cash assistance, medical assistance and Basic Food?	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-08-069 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-21-026 Hearing date: November 22, 2011
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-093 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-20-099 Hearing date: November 22, 2011
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-14-098 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-20-098 Hearing date: November 8, 2011
WAC 388-418-0005 and 388-450-0162 These amendments are needed to update existing regulations to establish income eligibility for non-parental child-only TANF grants as required by ESSB 5921 that go into effect November 1, 2011.	Tom Berry (360) 725-4617	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-19-114 Hearing date: October 25, 2011
WAC 388-310-1400 WorkFirst--Community Service.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-19-109 Hearing date: October 25, 2011
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-030 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-098 Hearing date: October 25, 2011
WAC 388-310-1600 WorkFirst--Sanctions.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-097 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; 388-478-0060 The proposed amendments update Basic Food standards in order to comply with requirements of USDA/FNS/SNAP memos.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-08-069 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-095 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-460-0035 When is a protective payee assigned for mismanagement of funds?	Alan Shanafelt (360) 725-4631	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-15-094 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-18-092 Hearing date: October 11, 2011
WAC 388-478-0005 Cash assistance need and payment standards and grant maximum.	Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-14-115 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-17-132 Hearing date: September 27, 2011
WAC 388-450-0015; 388-455-0005; 388-470-0045 & 0055; 388-475-0550 & 0860 The department is proposing to disregard federal income tax refunds received after December 31, 2009 as income in the month received and as a resource for 12 months when determining eligibility for any program that is funded in whole or in part with federal funds.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-08-071 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-16-100 Hearing date: September 27, 2011
WAC 388-444-0030 Do I have to work to be eligible for Basic Food benefits if I am an able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD)?	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-12-089 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-15-101 Hearing date: August 23, 2011
WAC 388-412-0005, 0015, 0040, 0046; 388-446-0001, 0015, 0020; 388-478-0005 Amendments are needed to incorporate federal regulations regarding the allowable use of SNAP benefits.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-08-067 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-14-082 Hearing date: August 23, 2011
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-030 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-13-108 Hearing date: August 9, 2011
WAC 388-436-0050; 388-478-0020 and 0035 The department is proposing to reduce payment standards and maximum earned income limits by 15%.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-02-068 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-094 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-406-0060 These changes are necessary to align application processing rules with federal regulations.	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-09-059 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-11-093 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-14A-5015 and 5100 For budgetary reasons, the legislature suspended the child support pass-through as of May 1, 2011.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-07-081 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-092 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-14A-4200 Do I get credit for dependent disability payments paid on my behalf to my children?	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-07-074 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-091 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-416-0005 How long can I get Basic Food?	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-21-095 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-090 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-464-0001 Requirement to cooperate with quality assurance.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-24-116 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-09-054 Hearing date: May 24, 2011
WAC 388-492-0070 How are my WASHCAP food benefits calculated?	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-02-069 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-09-052 Hearing date: May 24, 2011
WAC 388-400-0025 Who is eligible for disability lifeline benefits?	Shane Riddle (360) 725-4352	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-03-078 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-08-072 Hearing date: May 10, 2011
WAC 388-410-0035 Alien and alien sponsor cash, and food assistance overpayments.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-02-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-086 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
WAC 388-450-0215 How does the department estimate my assistance unit's income to determine eligibility and benefits?	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-05-085 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-075 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal filed as WSR 09-14-075 & 09-10-046 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-013 Hearing date: May 10, 2011
WAC 388-406-0040; 388-472-0005; 388-492-0050 The department is proposing to amend the expedited processing requirement for Basic Food applications from five calendar days to seven calendar days to be consistent with federal regulations for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) under 7 CFR 273.2(i).	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-24-115 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-03-077 Hearing date: February 23, 2011
WAC 388-14A-5001, 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005, 5006, 5010 Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-14-064 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-24-100 Hearing date: January 4, 2011
WAC 388-436-0015, 0020, 0030 These changes are being proposed to ensure that CEAP operates as a program of last resort. Failing to refer applicants to more appropriate benefit programs may cause CEAP funds to deplete sooner than desired.	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal filed as WSR 10-16-149 & 10-01-161 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-132 Supplemental noticed filed as WSR 10-23-111 Hearing date: December 21, 2010
WAC 388-400-0040, 0045; 388-424-0020, 0025; 388-489-0025 These changes are needed to reduce general fund expenditures on DSHS programs to stay within budget limits.	John Camp (360) 725-4616	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-19-135 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-23-109 Hearing date: December 21, 2010
WAC 388-406-0030 and 388-490-0005 The rule changes will clarify when the department can allow clients more time to provide information needed to determine eligibility for benefits.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-16-151 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-23-108 Hearing date: December 21, 2010
WAC 388-418-0005 How will I know what changes I must report?	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-18-104 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-23-107 Hearing date: December 21, 2010
WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-16-142 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-22-119 Hearing date: December 7, 2010
WAC 388-478-0030 Payment standards for GAU (disability lifeline) and ADATSA.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-19-124 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-21-115 Hearing date: November 23, 2010
WAC 388-406-0040 What happens if the processing of my application is delayed?	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-18-106 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-21-091 Hearing date: November 23, 2010
WAC 388-310-1600 WorkFirst--Sanctions.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-17-115 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-20-164 Hearing date: November 9, 2010
WAC 388-310-0350, 388-484-0005, 0006, 0010 The proposed rules that redefine eligibility for a hardship TANF/SFA time limit extension are needed to reduce program costs in response to a budget shortfall.	Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-01-161 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-20-163 Hearing date: November 9, 2010
WAC 388-432-0005 Can I get help from DSHS for a family emergency without receiving monthly cash assistance?	Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-17-116 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-20-162 Hearing date: November 9, 2010
Chapter 388-444 WAC Rule changes will help reduce Basic Food payment errors and compliance with federal regulations is required to continue to receive federal funding.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-10-074 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-137 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-436-0015 and 0030 These amendments modify rules to clarify that TANF/SFA families who have their cash grant terminated may qualify for CEAP even when case closure hasn't occurred within the last six months.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-16-149 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-132 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-450-0185 and 0190 The amendments update Basic Food standards for federal fiscal year 2011 to comply with requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, SNAP Administrative Notice 10-33.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-08-009 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-131 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-310-0200, 0400, 1300, 2100 The changes are proposed to reduce program costs in response to budget reductions and are necessary for the program to stay within budget.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-16-147 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-130 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-489-0010 How is my transitional food assistance benefit calculated?	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-128 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
Chapter 388-492 WAC The department is proposing amendments to make changes necessary to clarify when WASHCAP benefits can begin, update and clarify rules to current procedures and to reduce payment errors caused by failure to follow correct procedures.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-15-114 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-127 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
WAC 388-310-0100, 0800, 1800 The proposed amendments are necessary for the program to contain costs and ensure the program's fiscal stability.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notices filed as WSR 10-16-144 and 145 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-126 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
Chapter 388-444 WAC Food stamp employment and training.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-10-074 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-15-115 Hearing date: August 24, 2010
WAC 388-450-0195 Utility allowances for Basic Food programs.	John Camp (360) 725-4616	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-08-009 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-15-113 Hearing date: August 24, 2010
WAC 388-448-0050, 0080, 0090, 0100, 0110 The proposed amendments include elimination of the administrative review teams, obsolete language, and a revision of the functional assessment language.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-09-074 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-13-158 Hearing date: August 10, 2010
WAC 388-400-0025, 388-448-0010, 0130, 0140, 0150, 0160, 0220 and 0250 Changes comply with ESSHB 2782.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notices filed as WSR 10-09-046 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-13-147 Hearing date: July 27, 2010
WAC 388-476-0005 Social security number requirements.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4894	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-10-076 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-13-127 Hearing date: July 27, 2010
WAC 388-450-0015 What types of income does the department not use to figure out my benefits?	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-07-061 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-12-108 Hearing date: July 6, 2010
WAC 388-424-0001, 0006 and 0020 Amendments will establish eligibility of special immigrants from Iraq and Afghanistan for federally funded benefits.	Olga Walker (360) 725-4641	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-02-095 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-038 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
WAC 388-450-0140 The rule changes are needed to comply with FSRIA final rule clarification and bring Washington's Basic Food program rules in line with federal regulations.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-037 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
WAC 388-450-0156 and 0160 The rule changes are needed to comply with FSRIA final rule clarification and bring Washington's Basic Food program rules in line with federal regulations.	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-036 Hearing date: June 22, 2010
WAC 388-450-0050 How does your participation in the community jobs program affect your cash assistance and Basic Food benefits?	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-10-073 Hearing date: June 8, 2010
WAC 388-450-0185 What income deductions does the department allow when determining if I am eligible for food benefits and the amount of my monthly benefits?	Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-09-060 Hearing date: May 25, 2010
WAC 388-408-0035; 388-489-0015 and 0020 The proposed amendments will be consistent with federal regulations published on January 29, 2010 related to Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002.	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-09-054 Hearing date: May 25, 2010
WAC 388-444-0030 Work requirements for persons who are able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs).	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-05-080 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-09-047 Hearing date: May 25, 2010
WAC 388-406-0055 When do my benefits start?	Kimberly Chea (360) 725-4653	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-20-079 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-06-118 Hearing date: April 6, 2010
WAC 388-310-2100 Career services program.	Olga Walker (360) 725-4641	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-01-160 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-06-117 Hearing date: April 6, 2010
WAC 388-310-1600 WorkFirst -- Sanctions.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-01-159 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-06-115 Hearing date: April 6, 2010
WAC 388-448-0030, 0040 The department is proposing amendments to the description of medical evidence requirements needed to determine incapacity.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-13-048 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-04-110 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
WAC 388-448-0050, 0080, 0090, 0100, 0110 These amendments are needed to more closely align the general assistance incapacity criteria with the Social Security Administration disability criteria.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-19-125 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-04-109 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
WAC 388-478-0030 Payment standards for GAU and ADATSA.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-19-124 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-04-107 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
WAC 388-416-0005 and 388-418-0005 The department is proposing to expand "simplified reporting" to elderly or disabled households that do not receive food benefits through WASHCAP by reducing certification period from 24 to 12 months with no mid-certification review requirement.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-15-133 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-03-067 Hearing date: February 23, 2010
WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance.	Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-017 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-24-014 Hearing date: January 5, 2010

Medicaid Purchasing Administration (see Health Care Authority for future activity)

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Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration

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Financial Services Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
Chapter 388-06 WAC Background checks.	Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-11-039 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-17-131 Hearing date: September 25, 2012
WAC 388-06-0110 and 0150 These changes are limited to changing effective date for long-term care fingerprint check requirements for DDD service providers and reorganizing the subsections for clarity.	Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-17-135 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-22-101 Hearing date: December 6, 2011 Original proposal withdrawn on November 23, 2011 filed as WSR 11-23-181.
Chapter 388-06 WAC Background checks.	Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-08-051 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-034 Hearing date: June 22, 2010

Office of the Secretary

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
WAC 388-880-110 Procedures for resident escorted leave from the total confinement facility.	Mark Davis (253) 583-5938	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-15-076 Proposed rule filed as WSR 12-24-012 Hearing date: January 8, 2013
WAC 388-02-0580 What is the deadline for requesting review by a review judge?	Jim Conant (360) 664-6081	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-06-030 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-10-029 Hearing date: June 5, 2012
WAC 388-02-0010 and 0220 The purpose of this proposal is to make these rules more consistent with case law, other Washington regulations and Washington statutes that refer to the date of the department's action, conduct, or decision rather than to the date of its notice.	Dia Tornatore (360) 664-6061	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 12-03-048 Proposed rules filed as WSR 12-06-073 Hearing date April 10, 2012
WAC 388-02-0005 and 0387 DSHS hearing rules.	Marjorie Gray (360) 664-6062	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-14-097 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-23-153 Hearing date: December 27, 2011
Chapter 388-885 WAC Civil commitment cost reimbursement.	Mark Davis (253) 617-6283	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-07-059 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-105 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
Chapter 388-02 WAC DSHS Hearing Rules.	Jim Conant (360) 664-6081	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-22-051 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-19-141 Hearing date: November 9, 2010

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