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 Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
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
Chapter 388-71 WAC Home and community services and programs.	Barbara Hanneman (360) 725-2540	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-087 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-21-095 Hearing date: November 24, 2009
Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports.	John Gaskell (360) 725-3210	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-068 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-21-094 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements.	Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-16-101 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-21-070 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
WAC 388-513-1315 Eligibility for long-term care (institutional, waiver, and hospice) services.	Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-21-073 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-21-073 Hearing date: November 24, 2009
Chapter 388-97 WAC Nursing homes.	Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-20-062 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-069 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-20-061 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements.	Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-15-156 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-20-060 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of Developmental Disabilities Assessment.	Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-13-029 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-19-127 Hearing date: October 27, 2009
WAC 388-76-10025, 10070 and 10073 Recently enacted 2SHB 1935 increased the application processing and yearly license fees for adult family home applicants and providers.	Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-071 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-18-118 Hearing date: October 6, 2009
WAC 388-828-9040 and 9060 The department plans to amend these sections to clarify language used to describe the individual and family services level.	Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-13-091 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-18-061 Hearing date: October 6, 2009
WAC 388-105-0005 and 0045 The department is proposing to adopt the approximate four percent reduction of the daily medicaid payment rates for clients assessed using the CARE tool and that reside in AFHs and licensing boarding homes contracted to provide AL, ARC, and EARC services. This proposal also requires notice within twenty-four hours when a resident is discharged on medical leave to a nursing home or hospital from the AL, ARC, EARC, or AL facility.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-11-100 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-17-102 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-828-5990, 6010, 6011, 6012; and 388-829C-230 The department is amending these rules to ensure that it reflects changes that have been approved in chapters 388-829C, 388-826, and 388-845 regarding the process DDD uses to determine respite.	Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-13-029 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-16-087 Hearing date: September 8, 2009
WAC 388-825-068 These amendments are necessary to maintain consistency with updated requirements in chapter 388-71 and 388-106 WAC regarding Adult Day Health services.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-07-039 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-15-161 Hearing date: August 25, 2009
Chapter 388-825 WAC DDD Service Rules.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-092 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-15-020 Hearing date: August 25, 2009
WAC 388-110-140 Assisted living services facility structural requirements.	Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-16-104 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-14-077 Hearing date: August 4, 2009
Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-16-138 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-12-060 Hearing date: July 7, 2009
WAC 388-827-0115 What are the programmatic eligibility requirements for DDD/SSP?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-068 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-12-059 Hearing date: July 7, 2009
WAC 388-515-1507 What are the financial requirements for home and community based services when you are eligible for a noninstitutional categorically needy (CN) medicaid program?	Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-08-052 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-11-105 Hearing date: June 23, 2009
WAC 388-513-1350 Defining the resource standard and determining resource eligibility for long-term care (LTC) services.	Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-23-041 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-09-119 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
Chapter 388-832 WAC Individual and family services program.	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-23-042 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-07-094 Hearing date: May 5, 2009
WAC 388-513-1340 Determining excluded income for long-term care (LTC) services.	Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-142 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-06-079 Hearing date: April 7, 2009
WAC 388-105-0005 and 0045 Reduces daily medicaid payment rates for clients assessed using the CARE tool. Requires notice within twenty-four hours when a resident is discharged on medical leave to a nursing home or hospital from the AFH, ARC, EARC or AL facility.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-12-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-06-050 Supplemental notice to WSR 09-04-065 Hearing date: April 7, 2009
WAC 388-845-0060 Can my waiver enrollment be terminated?	Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-17-098 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-05-030 Hearing date: March 24, 2009
WAC 388-96-758 and 759 Increase compensation for low-wage workers in nursing homes beginning July 1, 2009.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-12-071 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-04-066 Hearing date: March 10, 2009
WAC 388-105-0005 and 0045 Implementation of seventeen level payment system.	Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-12-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-04-065 Hearing date: March 10, 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
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
WAC 388-78A-2770, 2773, 2775, 2780, 2783, 2785, 2787	Todd Henry (360) 725-2580	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-21-076 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-01-176 Hearing date: January 27, 2009
WAC 388-561-0200 and 0201 This proposal amends the effective date of rules adopted as WSR 08-20-117. The new proposed effective date for these rules is April 1, 2009.	Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-21-152 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-01-151 Hearing date: January 27, 2009

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 08-06-086 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-13-145 Hearing date: August 24, 2010
Chapter 388-25 WAC Child welfare services--Foster care.	Carrie Kendig (360) 902-7568	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-05-044 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-10-024 Hearing date: June 9, 2009
WAC 388-15-021 How does CPS respond to reports of alleged child abuse or neglect?	Tina Stern (360) 902-0860	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-22-086 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-02-076 Hearing date: February 10, 2009

Economic Services Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
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
Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules.	Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-073 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-23-068 Hearing date: January 5, 2010
WAC 388-408-0020 When am I not allowed to be in a TANF or SFA assistance unit?	Tom Berry (360) 725-4617	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-16-102 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-23-077 Hearing date: December 22, 2009
WAC 388-452-0005 Do I have to be interviewed in order to get benefits?	Don Winslow (360) 725-4580	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-22-085 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-22-067 Hearing date: December 8, 2009
WAC 388-422-0005 What happens to my child, spousal and medical support when I get public assistance.	Tom Berry (360) 725-4617	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-16-103 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-21-069 Hearing date: November 24, 2009
WAC 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; 388-478-0060 and 388-492-0070 The department is proposing changes to exercise an option from the 2002 Farm Bill to treat child support payments made to someone outside of the home as an income exclusion prior to administering the gross income text changes to WAC 388-450-0185.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notices filed as WSR 09-10-056 & 08-14-119 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-19-148 Hearing date: October 27, 2009
WAC 388-454-0015 The department is proposing to amend this section to clarify the policy regarding situations that do not meet the criteria of a temporary absence as described in (4).	Tom Berry (360) 725-4617	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-02-058 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-18-094 Hearing date: October 6, 2009
WAC 388-424-0020, 388-466-0120 and 388-466- 0130 The department is proposing changes to the WACs listed above to allow Special immigrants from Afghanistan to be eligible for RCA, RMA, and federally funded Washington Basic Food benefits for up to eight months as allowed under federal law.	Olga Walker (360) 725-4641	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-11-103 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-17-097 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-406-0055 When do my benefits start?	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-072 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-17-101 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-412-0025 How do I get my benefits?	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-13-096 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-17-098 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-412-0040 Can I get my benefits replaced?	Don Winslow (360) 725-4580	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-059 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-17-100 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-450-0175 The changes are necessary to comply with RCW 74.04.266 and ESHB 1244, chapter 564, as passed by the 2009 legislature.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-15-160 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-15-160 Hearing date: August 25, 2009
WAC 388-406-0005, 0035, 0045 This proposed rule change is to eliminate the 45-day processing timeframe for general assistance applications filed by a person in confinement in a correctional facility or institution.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-10-055 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-15-159 Hearing date: August 25, 2009
WAC 388-310-0350 WorkFirst--Other exemptions from mandatory participation.	Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-099 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-13-093 Hearing date: July 21, 2009
WAC 388-310-0700 WorkFirst--Comprehensive evaluation.	Stacey Bushaw (360) 725-4622	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-015 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-13-090 Hearing date: July 21, 2009
WAC 388-450-0015 What types of income does the department not use to figure out my benefits?	Don Winslow (360) 725-4580	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-14-119 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-12-117 Hearing date: July 7, 2009
WAC 388-412-0015, 388-444-0030, and 388-478-0060 The proposed amendments implement requirements under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and will be consistent with requirements of Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.	Holly St. John (360) 725-4895	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-06-084 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-10-064 Hearing date: June 9, 2009
WAC 388-310-0200 WorkFirst--Activities.	Alan Shanafelt (360) 725-4631	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-07-095 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-10-044 Hearing date: June 9, 2009
WAC 388-436-0050 Determining financial need and benefit amount for consolidated emergency assistance program.	Ian Horlor (360) 725-4634	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-05-058 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-10-039 Hearing date: June 9, 2009
WAC 388-492-0070 The department is required to maintain cost neutrality between the WASHCAP and SNAP as specified in the approved WASHCAP demonstration project waiver.	Don Winslow (360) 725-4580	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-06-085 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-09-105 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
WAC 388-310-0400, 0500, 0900, 1000, 1050 The department is clarifying that WorkFirst participants can call in on the same day if unable to attend a WorkFirst appointment or activity and to expand allowable homework hours that count towards WorkFirst participation.	Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-20-050 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-09-104 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
WAC 388-310-0800 This rule change is needed 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
WAC 388-400-0040 and 0045; 388-450-0162 and 0185 These proposed amendments clarify rules regarding determining eligibility and benefit level for the Washington Basic Food program consistent with 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
WAC 388-450-0015 and 388-470-0045 The department is proposing these amendments to exclude federal economic stimulus payments as income in the month of receipt and to exclude the payments as a resource for an additional two months.	Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-09-112 Proposed rules filed as WSR 08-24-082 Hearing date: January 6, 2009

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

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
WAC 388-438-0125 State-funded long-term care services program.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-08-066 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-16-101 Hearing date: September 6, 2011
WAC 388-501-0180 and 0184 The department must implement changes or risk loss of federal matching funds.	Jason Crabbe (360) 725-1346	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-05-082 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-085 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-475-0820, 0840, 0900, 0920, 0940, 0960 and 388-506-0620 These amendments change the deeming and allocation rules for SSI-related medical programs so they mirror the federal rules.	Catherine Fisher (360) 725-1357	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-23-122 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-11-084 Hearing date: July 5, 2011
WAC 388-400-0010; 388-424-0001, 0006, 0009, 0010, 0015; and 388-450-0156 To bring citizenship/alien status into compliance with the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) guidelines.	Kathy Johansen (360) 725-9964	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-03-080 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-10-073 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-517-0500 State payment of medicare prescription drug copayments for full-benefit dual-eligible clients.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-20-160 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-10-072 Hearing date: June 7, 2011
WAC 388-531-0100, 0150, 0200, 0250, 0375, 0400, 1000, 1025 and 1300 MPA is eliminating optional medical services for clients twenty-one years of age and older. Chapter 388-531 WAC is being amended to include medical services previously listed in programs to be eliminated that are necessary to, and included within, appropriate mandatory medical services under federal statutes and rules.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-20-160 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-10-071 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-546-5000 through 388-546-6200 Nonemergency Medical Transportation.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-073 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-10-070 Hearing date: June 21, 2011
WAC 388-406-0010 How do I apply for benefits?	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-22-120 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-09-058 Hearing date: May 24, 2011
WAC 388-478-0065 and 388-505-0220 Income and resource standards for family medical programs and family medical eligibility.	Chris Stehr (360) 725-1304	Preproposal notices WSR 11-03-079 & 11-05-083 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-09-055 Hearing date: May 24, 2011
WAC 388-502-0025 Electronic health records (EHR) incentive program.	Jason Crabbe (360) 725-1346	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 11-03-076 Proposed rule filed as WSR 11-09-053 Hearing date: May 24, 2011
Chapter 388-543 WAC Durable medical equipment and related supplies, prosthetics, orthotics, medical supplies and related services.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-12-043 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-08-070 Hearing date: June 7, 2011
Chapter 388-544 WAC Vision care.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-20-160 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-082 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
Chapter 388-500 WAC Medical definitions.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-22-068 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-077 Hearing date: May 10, 2011
Chapter 388-547 WAC Hearing aids.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-20-160 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-07-076 Hearing date: April 26, 2011
WAC 388-502-0100, 388-502A-0200, 388-530-3200, 388-533-0400, 388-544-0600 and 388-556-0100 Correcting errant cross references and correcting the name of the Medicaid Purchasing Administration.	Jason Crabbe (360) 725-1346	Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-06-067 Hearing date: April 5, 2011
WAC 388-502-0002, 0003, 0005, 0010, 0012, 0014, 0016, 0018, 0020, 0030, 0040, 0050, 0060 These rule amendments and additions are intended to update, clarify and ensure rules which protect the health and safety of DSHS clients and further ensure program integrity.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-05-056 Proposed rules filed as WSR 11-05-078 Hearing date: April 5, 2011
Chapter 388-534 WAC and WAC 388-865-0350 Updating and clarifying EPSDT policy for all healthcare services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health services.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-22-070 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-21-116 Hearing date: November 23, 2010
WAC 388-416-0015, 388-450-0215, 388-505-0210, 388-505-0211 and 388-542-0020 Recent passage of federal CHIPRA of 2009 requires the department to amend rules regarding newborn eligibility of medical assistance.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-13-129 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-21-090 Hearing date: November 23, 2010
WAC 388-531-1550 Sterilization physician-related services.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-13-128 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-20-166 Hearing date: November 9, 2010
WAC 388-530-8000 Reimbursement method--Estimated acquisition cost (EAC).	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-15-037 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-19-133 Hearing date: October 26, 2010
Various Medicaid Purchasing Rule Sections Conforms to the new ProviderOne claims processing system and will eliminate confusion for people who read these rules by using correct citations and using uniform terminology.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-13-163 Hearing date: August 24, 2010
WAC 388-550-5000, 5200, 5210 and 5220 The department is amending rules in order to update, clarify, and maintain consistency.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-22-023 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-13-148 Hearing date: July 27, 2010
WAC 388-424-0009 and 0010 Citizenship and alien status.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notices filed as WSR 10-02-095 & 10-08-080 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-110 Hearing date: July 6, 2010
WAC 388-450-0040, 0080; 388-455-0005, 0015; 388-470-0045; 388-475-0350, 0550 and 0600 Exemption of certain property from resources for medicaid and CHIP eligibility for Native Americans as required under the ARRA of 2009.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-07-060 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-11-041 Hearing date: July 6, 2010
Chapter 388-535 WAC Dental-related services.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-06-116 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-09-055 Hearing date: June 8, 2010
WAC 388-475-0400 SSI-related medical--Vehicles excluded as resources.	Catherine Fisher (360) 725-1357	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-03-028 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-09-053 Hearing date: May 25, 2010
WAC 388-531-2000; 388-546-3000; 388-550-5450 Rule changes give DSHS greater flexibility in making supplemental trauma payments to providers in order to leverage federal matching funds under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.	Ayuni Wimpee (360) 725-1835	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-24-027 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-087 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
Chapter 388-543 WAC The department is eliminating coverage for electrical neural stimulation devices and supplies (including battery chargers and all other supplies for client-owned devices) for in-home use.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 10-03-109 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-086 Hearing date: May 25, 2010
WAC 388-438-0110, 0115, 0120, 0125 Alien medical program.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-18-057 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-085 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
Chapter 388-533 WAC Maternity support services rules..	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-069 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-084 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
Chapter 388-533 WAC Infant case management rules.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-069 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-08-083 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
Chapter 388-880 WAC Special commitment--Sexually violent predators.	Mark Davis (253) 617-6283	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-11-102 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-07-117 Hearing date: May 11, 2010
WAC 388-550-4670, 4900, 5150 The amendments pertain to DSH program and CPE payment program hold harmless payments in order to meet legislature's targeted budget expenditure levels.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-072 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-07-115 Hearing date: April 27, 2010
WAC 388-550-7050, 7200, 7300 Amendments add language to inform hospital providers of the requirements to bill for outpatient hospital services according to the national correct coding initiative (NCCI) standards.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-24-030 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-05-083 Hearing date: March 23, 2010
Chapter 388-551 WAC Home health services.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-18-091 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-05-078 Hearing date: April 6, 2010
WAC 388-527-2730, 2733, 2737, 2742, 2754, 2790 and 2820 Estate recovery.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-22-046 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-04-119 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
WAC 388-501-0050 and 0055 Correcting errant WAC cross references.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-04-117 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
Link to notice and text: WAC 388-502-0160 Link to referenced form: DRAFT DSHS 13-879 Billing a client.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-01-121 Proposed rule filed as WSR 10-04-108 Hearing date: March 9, 2010
WAC 388-865-0420, 0425 and 0430 Amendments allow mental health providers more flexibility in meeting needs of individuals while still meeting statutory requirements for collecting client history data.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-05-060 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-02-098 Hearing date: February 9, 2010
WAC 388-546-5500 Modifications of privately owned vehicles.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-100 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-01-164 Hearing date: January 26, 2010
WAC 388-549-1100, 1400, 1500 Rural health clinics.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-15-164 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-01-163 Hearing date: January 26, 2010
Chapter 388-548 WAC Federally qualified health centers (FQHC).	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-14-125 Proposed rules filed as WSR 10-01-162 Hearing date: January 26, 2010
WAC 388-556-0600 The purpose of this request is to correct errant cross references.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-23-075 Hearing date: December 22, 2009
WAC 388-530-4100, 4125 and 4150 The purpose of this proposal is to maximize appropriate prescription drug use in a cost-effective manner by increasing the percentage of prescribers who prescribe generics.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-18-058 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-23-074 Hearing date: December 22, 2009
WAC 388-533-1000 First steps child care program.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-143 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-20-107 Hearing date: November 10, 2009
WAC 388-543-2900 Medical supplies and nondurable medical equipment (MSE)--Reimbursement methodology.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-14-041 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-20-063 Hearing date: November 10, 2009
Chapter 388-554 WAC Enteral nutrition program.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-06-080 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-18-093 Hearing date: October 27, 2009
WAC 388-517-0310 Eligibility for federal medicare savings and state-funded medicare buy-in program.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-12-090 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-17-104 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-550-1650 Serious adverse events, hospital-acquired conditions, and present on admission indicators.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-071 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-17-103 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-543-1150, 1300, 1600, 2300 These amendments are necessary for the department to fully meet the legislatively-mandated appropriation reduction in chapter 564, Laws of 2009 for durable medical equipment for fiscal years 2010-2011 and to further clarify the department's coverage policy.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-057 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-16-039 Hearing date: September 22, 2009
WAC 388-530-2000, 2100 The department is reducing the coverage of cough and cold products to a few basic products (expectorant, decongestant, cough suppressant, and saline dose drops).	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-059 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-16-040 Hearing date: September 8, 2009
WAC 388-865-0245, 0275, 0405, 0440, 0452, 0456, 0466, and 0468 Chapter 360, Laws of 2007 established certain safety requirements for mental health professionals who conduct home visit to stabilize persons in crisis.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-03-098 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-15-083 Hearing date: August 25, 2009
WAC 388-501-0050, 0070, 0163 and 0169 Amendments clarify and add requirements to healthcare coverage rules.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-05-055 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-14-076 Hearing date: August 4, 2009
WAC 388-517-0400 Medicare coinsurance payment--Extended care patient.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-09-060 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-13-094 Hearing date: July 21, 2009
WAC 388-424-0006, 0010, 0016 Implementing rule change will save the state money by allowing DSHS to draw down federal matching funds and will extend assistance to needy immigrant children, pregnant women and Afghan immigrants.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-07-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-11-107 Hearing date: June 23, 2009
WAC 388-501-0055 To codify how health technology assessments are used in HRSA's determinations of what services are included in the benefit design of its medical assistance programs.	Kevin Sullivan (360) 725-1344	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 07-12-061 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-09-080 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
WAC 388-550-3600, 3700, 4500, 4550, 7050, 7100, 7450, 7500 and 7600 The department must meet the legislature's targeted budget expenditure levels for payment of hospital and hospital-related services provided to medical assistance clients.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-072 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-08-118 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
WAC 388-502-0150; 388-550-2800, 3000, 3010, 3020, 3460, 3900 and 4000 The department must meet the legislature's targeted budget expenditure levels for payment of hospital and hospital-related services provided to medical assistance clients.	Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-04-072 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-08-117 Hearing date: May 26, 2009
Chapter 388-544 WAC Vision and hearing aid services.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 07-05-011 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-04-091 Hearing date: March 10, 2009
WAC 388-519-0100 and 0110 Eligibility for the medically needy program and Spenddown of excess income for the medically needy program.	Jonell Blatt (360) 725-1571	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-19-032 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-04-067 Hearing date: March 10, 2009
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
WAC 388-519-0100, 0110 Spenddown.	Jonell Blatt (360) 725-1571	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-19-032 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-01-181 Hearing date: January 27, 2009
WAC 388-543-1200 Providers who are eligible to provide services.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-22-021 Proposed rule filed as WSR 09-01-174 Hearing date: January 27, 2009
Chapter 388-505 WAC The department is codifying institutional medical eligibility for clients who are categorically related to the TANF program.	Wendy Boedigheimer (360) 725-1306	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 07-12-031 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-01-144 Hearing date: February 10, 2009
WAC 388-530-1000, 2000, 2100 The proposed amendments update a cross reference and to clarify that the department does not cover over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and minerals except when determined to be the least costly therapeutic alternative for a medically accepted indication.	Jonell Blatt (360) 725-1571	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 08-10-109 Proposed rules filed as WSR 08-24-078 Hearing date: January 6, 2009

Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
Chapter 388-720 WAC Collection of costs of support, treatment, and confinement of juveniles under RCW 13.40.220.	Lee Mosley (360) 902-8092	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 09-01-073 Proposed rules filed as WSR 09-19-128 Hearing date: October 27, 2009

Financial Services Administration

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
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
WAC 388-06-0110, 0150, 0160 DSHS is proposing these rule changes to comply with chapter 387, Laws of 2007 (ESSB 5774), impacting background check requirements for certain child care providers and children returning to their home; and to comply with the federal Adam Walsh Act of 2006.	Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072	Preproposal notice filed as WSR 07-11-097 Proposed rules filed as WSR 08-24-080 Hearing date: January 6, 2009

Office of the Secretary

Rule Title/Subject	Contact Person	Washington State Register Citations
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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