January 23, 2024

Scheduled Hearing Dates: 
January 23, 2024 10:00am

Rule-Making Hearing Docket

Please note: The public hearing on January 23, 2024, will be held online for those interested in attending. Meeting details are as follows:

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Rule Title/Subject Contact Person Washington State Register Citations

WACs 388-450-0185, 388-450-0190, 388-450-0195 & 388-478-0060

The department is proposing to amend the following WAC sections: 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?”, 388-450-0190: “How does the department figure my shelter cost income deduction for basic food?”, 388-450-0195: “Does the department use my utility costs when calculating my basic food or WASHCAP benefits?”, and 388-478-0060: “What are the income limits and maximum benefit amounts for basic food?”

Angela Aikins

Roanne Harris
(360) 870-8059

Preproposal notice filed as WSR 23-22-053;
Proposed rules filed as WSR 24-01-092;
Hearing Date:  January 23, 2024

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Rules Coordinator

Rules and Policies Assistance Unit
PO Box 45850
Olympia, WA  98504-5850
Phone: (360) 664-6097
Fax: (360) 664-6185
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