September 23, 2025

Scheduled Hearing Dates: 
September 23, 2025 10:00am

Rule-Making Hearing Docket

Please note: The public hearing on September 23, 2025, 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

WAC 388-412-0040

The department is proposing to amend WAC 388-412-0040, “Can I get my benefits replaced?”

Sharon Hill-Laguerre (360) 870-9316 

Roanne Harris
(360) 870-8059

Preproposal notice filed as WSR 25-14-062
Proposed rules filed as WSR 25-17-094
Hearing Date: September 23, 2025

WAC 388-400-0065

The department is proposing to amend WAC 388-400-0065, “Housing and essential needs (HEN).”
 

Deanna Ballard (360) 338-2896

Roanne Harris
(360) 870-8059

Preproposal notice filed as WSR 25-12-104
Proposed rules filed as WSR 25-17-064
Hearing Date: September 23, 2025

WAC 388-410-0005

The department is proposing to amend WAC 388-410-0005, “Cash assistance overpayment amount and liability.”

Deanna Ballard (360) 338-2896

Roanne Harris
(360) 870-8059

Preproposal notice filed as WSR 25-12-008
Proposed rules filed as WSR 25-17-004
Hearing Date: September 23, 2025

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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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