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| Title Sort descending | WAC | WSR | Status | Comments Accepted Until | CR-101 Filed | CR-102 Filed | CR-103 Filed | CR-103E Filed | CR-105 Filed | Further Information | Hearing Date Time | Hearing Location | |
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| Medication Assistance – Establishing Standards for Medication Assistance in Community-Based and In-Home Care Settings | 246-945 WAC | 24-21-154 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission and Washington State Department of Health (DOH) are jointly proposing adding five new sections, WACs 246-945-710, 246-945-712, 246-945-714, 246-945-716, and 246-945-718, to establish standards for the practice of medication assistance. The proposed rules describe definitions, actions, and restrictions pertaining to the provision of medication assistance in accordance with chapter 69.41 RCW. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by Zoom. You may also submit comments in writing. In Person Washington State Labor & Industries Webinar Written Comments Submit written comments to: Joshua Munroe Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Joshua Munroe by November 25, 2024. Phone: 360-503-5058 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: PharmacyRules@doh.wa.gov |
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| Memo Rescinding an Incomplete Emergency Rule Amending Credentials for Mental Health Professionals | WAC 246-341-0200 WAC 246-341-0515 WAC 246-810-010 WAC 246-810-015 WAC 246-810-990 |
24-08-001 | Withdrawn | The Department of Health rescinded the CR103E filed as WSR 24-07-062 amending behavioral health agency licensing and certification requirements because it was incomplete. The emergency rule was refiled correctly under WSR 24-07-100. Filed March 20, 2024. |
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| Memo Rescinding Emergency Rule About Out-of-State Nursing School Requirements for Licensure | WAC 246-840-030 WAC 246-840-090 |
24-11-006 | Withdrawn | The Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) rescinded emergency rules in WAC 246-840-030 and WAC 246-840-090 filed as WSR 24-10-096 which clarified licensing requirements for registered nurse (RN) and licensed practical nurse (LPN) out of state applicants because the amendments have been adopted in permanent rule, making the emergency rule unnecessary. |
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| Memo Rescinding On-Site Sewage Proprietary Treatment Products Emergency Rule | WAC 246-272A-0110 | 24-08-067 | Withdrawn | The Department of Health is rescinded the CR-103E for the Sixth Emergency rule for proprietary treatment products and the use of substitution products under WAC 246-272A-0110, published as WSR 24-04-071 because a permanent rule WSR 24-06-046 filed on March 1, 2024 makes the emergency rule redundant. |
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| Mental Health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Social Workers | 246-809 WAC | 24-10-012 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering rule amendments to reduce barriers to licensure and streamlining the credentialing process in chapter 246-809 WAC. |
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| Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers – Reducing Barriers to Licensure and Credentialing Process | 246-809 WAC | 24-22-014 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is continuing emergency rules, without changes, to implement parts of 2SHB 1724 (chapter 425, Laws of 2023) and E2SHB 2247 (chapter 371, Laws of 2024). DOH is adopting and continuing amendments to WACs 246-809-110, 246-809-130, 246-809-220, 246-809-221, 246-809-230, 246-809-330, and 246-809-990. These emergency rules continue emergency rules initially filed under WSR 24-14-080, on June 28, 2024. The emergency rules will be renewed while permanent rulemaking filed under WSR 24-10-012 on April 18, 2024, is in progress. |
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| Methamphetamine Use in Transient Accommodations Interpretive Statement EHS-01-2024 | 246-360 WAC | 24-12-032 | Adopted | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) issued interpretive statement EHS-01-2024 advising local health officers on the application of chapter 64.44 RCW when personal use of methamphetamine is suspected in transient accommodations. Effective June 1, 2024. Filed as WSR 24-12-032 on May 29, 2024. |
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| Midwives Limited Prescriptive License Extension and Health Equity Continuing Education | 246-834 WAC | 24-10-091 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Department of Health (department) adopted amendments to chapter 246-834 WAC implementing Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5765 (chapter 289, Laws of 2022), which created two levels of limited prescriptive license extensions for midwives to prescribe, obtain, and administer medications and certain therapies. The department also adopted amendments to chapter 246-834 WAC to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021) regarding health equity CE requirements. The adopted amendments additionally replace gendered language with gender-neutral terms to make the chapter more inclusive. |
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| Midwives Limited Prescriptive License Extension and Health Equity Continuing Education | 246-834 WAC | 24-05-052 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health (department) is proposing amendments to chapter 246-834 WAC to implement Substitute Senate Bill 5765 (chapter 289, Laws of 2022), which created two levels of limited prescriptive license extension for midwives to prescribe, obtain, and administer medications and therapies for the prevention and treatment of common prenatal and postpartum conditions, family planning methods, medical devices and implants. This bill also gave the Secretary of Health the authority to establish education requirements in the chapter. The department is also proposing amendments to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021) regarding health equity continuing education requirements. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. You can attend in person or virtually by registering via Zoom. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kathy Weed Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kathy.weed@doh.wa.gov Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Kathy Weed by March 25, 2024. Phone: 360-236-4883 TTY: 360-833-6388 or 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: kathy.weed@doh.wa.gov |
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| Military Spouse Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-918-076 WAC 246-919-397 |
23-19-029 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | WAC 246-918-076 (Physician Assistants) and WAC 246-919-397 (Physicians), How to obtain a temporary practice permit—Military spouse. The Washington Medical Commission will consider amending these WACs in response to Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023), Military spouse employment act. |
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| Military Spouse Temporary Practice Permits – Physicians and Physician Assistants | WAC 246-918-076 WAC 246-919-397 |
24-18-041 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington Medical Commission is amending WAC 246-918-076 (physician assistants) and WAC 246-919-397 (physicians) to align with the provisions of the Military Spouse Employment Act. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Teams. Comments may also be submitted in writing. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Teams registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Amelia Boyd Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Amelia Boyd by October 4, 2024. Email: medical.rules@wmc.wa.gov |
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| Military Spouses - Removing Barriers to Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-817-187 | 24-15-006 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Dental Quality Assurance Commission is proposing amendments to WAC 246-817-187, Temporary practice permit - Military spouse eligibility and issuance, to update language changes made by Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023). |
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| Military Spouses – Removing Barriers to Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-12-051 | 24-17-109 | Adopted | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) adopted amendments to WAC 246-12-051 to align with recent legislation to expedite the issuance of professional licenses for military spouses who hold a license in another state by removing the need to first leave employment. |
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| Military Spouses — Removing Barriers to Temporary Practice Permits | WAC 246-12-051 | 24-06-028 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Department of Health is proposing amendments to WAC 246-12-051 to update language changes made by Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1009 (chapter 165, Laws of 2023). The proposed changes will align the rules with statutory changes regarding licensure of military spouses who hold a license in another state. |
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| Motor Carriers Access to Restroom Facilities Policy Statement OAS-01-2024 | 296-800 WAC | 24-22-135 | Adopted | Outlines the Washington State Department of Health’s (DOH) process to enforce RCW 70.54.500, Motor carriers – Access to restroom facilities. RCW 70.54.500 requires a shipper or consignee to provide access to a restroom to a motor carrier delivering goods to or picking goods up during normal business hours. Effective Date: July 1, 2024. Filed November 6, 2024. |
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| Multistate Nursing License Fee (New) and Increase to Nursing Center Surcharge Fee | WAC 246-840-990 | 24-02-057 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Department of Health in consultation with the Washington State Board of Nursing (board), adopted amendments to WAC 246-840-990 to establish the multistate nursing license fee and increase the nursing center surcharge fee as directed by Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5499 (chapter 123, Laws of 2023). |
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| Multistate Nursing License Fee (New) and Increase to Nursing Center Surcharge Fee | WAC 246-840-990 | 23-22-060 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health in consultation with the Board of Nursing, formerly known as the Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, is proposing to increase the nursing center surcharge fee and proposing to create a new fee for a multistate nursing license in WAC 246-840-990. The proposed rule implements Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5499, Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact (Chapter 123, Laws of 2023). |
The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend at the physical location or virtually by registering on Zoom. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Heather Cantrell |
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| Music Therapist Profession | 246 WAC | 23-22-034 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Department of Health is considering creating a new chapter of rules under Title 246 WAC to establish licensing regulations for music therapists, including fees. The department will consider any necessary rules for an advisory committee. |
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| Music Therapists | 246-837 WAC | 24-17-081 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) adopted rules necessary to create a licensure program for music therapists. Individuals working as a music therapist are required to be licensed by January 1, 2025. The adopted rules establish the new profession’s licensure requirements which include education, training, and examination requirements for initial licensure; continuing education requirements; fees for licensing, examination, and renewal; and other qualifications as determined by the secretary. |
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| Naloxone Nasal Spray as Over-the-Counter Status | WSR 24-01-021 | 24-09-013 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | This emergency rule filing allows for the 3mg and 4mg dosage versions of naloxone spray to be prescribed as Over-The-Counter (OTC) products. This rule is unchanged from the previous emergency rule under WSR 24-01-021 filed on December 8, 2023. This emergency rule will be continued until the permanent rulemaking is effective. |
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| Naloxone Nasal Spray Over-the-Counter (OTC) Status | WAC 246-945-030 WAC 246-945-034 (new section) |
24-01-021 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | To combat the ongoing opioid epidemic, The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission has adopted an emergency rule amending WAC 246-945-030 and adding a new section, WAC 246-945-034. These rules classify the 3mg and 4mg naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray as approved by the FDA for OTC distribution in Washington state. This filing reflects an FDA update which broadened the classification of allowed Naloxone products as OTC status. Filed as WSR 24-01-021 (PDF). In March 2023, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first 4 mg naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug and has approved other naloxone nasal sprays since that time. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose. Currently, WAC 246-945-030 incorporates the 39th edition of the Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations, or "Orange Book," which has naloxone listed as a prescription drug. The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (commission) considers the ongoing opioid epidemic to be a public health emergency in Washington state. In order to combat this epidemic in Washington, the commission is amending WAC 246-945-030 and adding a new section, WAC 246-945-034, classifying the 3mg and 4mg naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray as approved by the FDA for OTC distribution as an OTC drug in Washington state. The timeline for the availability of naloxone nasal spray is set by the manufacturers, although some are already available. This emergency rule prepares Washington state for the moment that the drug becomes available by manufacturers. The proposed new section of chapter 246-945 WAC would also allow for expansion of different formularies if the FDA makes further changes. This preparation would allow for a faster release of the drug throughout the state, meaning this life saving drug would be in the hands of Washingtonians faster. Increasing patient access to the drug is critical to reduce opioid overdoses. This emergency rule filing allows for the 3mg and 4mg dosage versions of naloxone spray to be prescribed as over-the-counter products. The previous emergency rule filing on this topic, filed as WSR 23-17-059 on August 11, 2023, only allowed the 4 mg nasal spray under the brand name Narcan to be prescribed as an OTC product, but the FDA broadened the classification of allowed naloxone products since that previous filing. |
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| Naturopathic Licensure Requirements | WAC 246-836-020 WAC 246-836-040 |
24-10-050 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy is considering amendments to licensure requirements relating to the jurisprudence examination as a condition for licensure and to clarify, update, and simplify rules to comply with Second Substitute House bill (2SHB) 1724, (chapter 425, Laws of 2023) codified as RCW 18.130.077. |
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| Naturopathic Non-Surgical Cosmetic Injection Administration Rules for Botulinum Toxin | WAC 246-836-210 | 23-23-077 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy adopted new rules that identify Botulinum Toxin (Botox) as a legend approved drug, clarify procedures that are within the scope of practice of naturopathic medicine, set training requirements, and establish minimum standards for the performance of nonsurgical cosmetic procedures by naturopathic physicians licensed in Washington state. The adopted rules also amend WAC 246-836-210 by removing the current exclusion for the use of Botox for cosmetic purposes. |
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| Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education Requirements | WAC 246-836-080 | 23-20-063 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy is proposing amendments to ensure clear CE requirements including designation of pharmacology CE credits, classification of CE categories, and implementation of the health equity CE requirements, mandated by Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021). |
For hearing and commenting information, please contact Rachel Phipps at 564-233-1277. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Submit Written Comments Submit written comments to: Rachel Phipps Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Naturopathic Physicians Continuing Competency | WAC 246-836-080 | 24-02-062 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy adopted amendments to WAC 246-836-080, to clarify continuing education (CE) requirements pertaining to pharmacology CE and to implement health equity CE requirements mandated by Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5229 (chapter 276, Laws of 2021), codified as RCW 43.70.613. The adopted amendments clarify acceptable forms of documentation to verify the pharmacology CE requirements and implement the Department of Health’s model health equity CE requirements. |
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| Naturopathic Physicians – License Requirements | WAC 246-836-020 WAC 246-836-040 |
25-02-094 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Board of Naturopathy is proposing amendments to licensure requirements in WAC 246-836-020 and WAC 246-836-040 relating to jurisprudence examinations as a condition for licensure for naturopathic physicians and to clarify, update, and simplify rules to comply with RCW 18.130.077. |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. In Person 111 Israel Rd. S.E. Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Rachel Phipps Email: naturopathy@doh.wa.gov Fax: 360-236-2901 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Rachel Phipps by January 30, 2025. Phone: 564-233-1277 TTY: 711 Fax: 360-236-2901 Email: naturopathy@doh.wa.gov |
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| Nitrous Oxide Use in Office-Based Surgical Settings | WAC 246-919-601 | 24-11-104 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Washington Medical Commission is considering amending WAC 246-919-601 to exempt the use of nitrous oxide in office-based surgical settings under certain circumstances. Additionally, the commission is considering adding a new subsection to further address the use of nitrous oxide in such settings. |
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| Notifiable Conditions Supplemental | 246-101 WAC | 21-11-040 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | Kaitlyn Dohahoe |
Date: 03/10/2021 To access the meeting online and register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2317880874509776139 |
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| Nurse Administrators – Education and Experience Requirements for Baccalaureate Nursing Education Programs | 246-840 WAC | 24-21-151 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing (board) is considering amendments to education and experience requirements in WAC 246-840-517 and other related sections in chapter 246-840 WAC for nurse administrators of baccalaureate nursing education programs in response to E2SSB 5582 (Chapter 126, Laws of 2023) codified as RCW 18.79.150. |
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| Nursing - Exclusion of Certain Opioid Requirements | WAC 246-840-463, 246-840-4659, 246-840-460, 246-840-4990, 182-550-2565, 388-97, 246-840-463 and 246-840-4659 | 23-08-064 | Pending formal adoption | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | Hearing Location(s): On May 12, 2023, at 1:15 p.m. The commission will provide a virtual and a physical location for this hearing to promote social distancing and the safety of the citizens of Washington state. Physical location: Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center, Crystal Ballroom, 17620 International Boulevard, Seattle, WA 98188; virtual https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tdu2tqzosE9XESu2VI8vc-sf-wKwCGwpM. Please follow this link to register for the virtual hearing which will give you instructions to either join the meeting on a device, or to call in to the meeting on the phone. Date of Intended Adoption: May 12, 2023. |
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| Nursing ARNP 2018 Opioid Prescribing Rules | WAC 246-840-460 through 246-840-490 | 19-15-092 | Pending formal proposal |
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| Nursing ARNP Scope of Practice and Nursing Practice Standards | WAC 246-840-300 WAC 246-840-700 WAC 246-840-710 |
19-01-002 | Adopted | Shad Bell |
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| Nursing Assistant and Home Care Aide Training Requirements | WAC 246-840-930 WAC 246-841-405 |
23-18-066 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | Amending specific training requirements for Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) and Home Care Aides (HCA) in WAC 246-840-930 and 246-841-405. This is the sixth emergency rule and continues the initial emergency rules filed. |
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| Nursing Assistant Chapter Rewrite | 246-841 WAC 246-842 WAC 246-841A WAC |
23-20-117 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Nursing is adopting a new chapter and amendments which represent a collaboration between the Board of Nursing and the Department of Health to address necessary changes in the nursing assistant rules and to consolidate, renumber, eliminate redundancy, and consolidate to address necessary changes in the nursing assistant rules. 246-841 WAC, 246-842 WAC, 246-841A WAC. |
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| Nursing Assistant Skills Testing | 246-841A WAC | 24-20-087 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing is considering amendments and technical changes to existing rule sections and the establishment of new rule sections to implement skills testing by training programs in chapter 246-841A WAC. |
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| Nursing Assistant Training Requirements | WAC 246-841-420 WAC 246-841-470 WAC 246-841-490 WAC 246-841-500 WAC 246-841-510 WAC 246-841-555 |
23-18-067 | Emergency Rule | | Read the CR-103E (PDF) | Amending specific training requirements for Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) and Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) in WAC 246-841-420, 246-841-470, 246-841-490, 246-841-500, 246-841-510 and 246-841-555. This is the 11th emergency rule. The amendments remain the same as the previous filing. Emergency rules allow additional pathways to complete necessary training to enter the workforce. |
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| Nursing Assistants Standards | 246-841 WAC 246-842 WAC |
21-05-021 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | Shad Bell
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| Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission License Requirements for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners and Nursing Technicians COVID-19 CR-103E | WAC 246-840-365 | 22-11-047 | Adopted | Shad Bell |
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| Nursing Credential and License Requirements for Nurse Technicians, RN's, and ARNP's | WAC 246-840-365 WAC 246-840-367 WAC 246-840-533 WAC 246-840-930 |
22-04-081 | Adopted | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckceCvqTotGdNcx73dCsgb1liq0vopFKnE |
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| Nursing Education Simulation | WAC 246-840-5341 (new) WAC 246-840-534 |
24-15-133 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing is proposing a new section of rule, WAC 246-840-5341, and amendments to WAC 246-840-534 to implement Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill (E2SSB) 5582 (chapter 126, Laws of 2023). |
This is a hybrid hearing. You can attend in person or virtually by registering through Zoom. Comments may also be submitted in writing. In Person Department of Health Webinar Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Jessilyn Dagum Fax: 360-236-4738 Assistance for People with Disabilities Contact Jessilyn Dagum by August 12, 2024. Phone: 360-236-3538 Fax: 360-236-4738 TTY: 711 Email: WABONRules@doh.wa.gov |
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| Nursing Education Simulation | WAC 246-840-534 | 24-20-031 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Washington State Board of Nursing adopted a new section of rule, WAC 246-840-5341 to establish the requirements for use of simulation-based learning experiences as a substitute for required clinical and direct patient care experiences in licensed practical nurse (LPN), registered nurse (RN), or RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) education programs. The board also adopted amendments to the current simulation rule, WAC 246-840-534, to clarify the use of simulation at a 1:1 ratio. |
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| Nursing Fee Rule | WAC 246-840-990 | 21-23-053 | Pending formal proposal | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) |
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| Nursing Fee Rule Housekeeping Correction to Totals | WAC 246-840-990 | 24-21-150 | Adopted | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) in consultation with the Washington State Board of Nursing, permanently adopted amendments to WAC 246-840-990 to make a housekeeping change to correct fee total amounts. There is no change to the fees being charged. The changes only correct a technical error in the total lines. |
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| Nursing Fees - Housekeeping Changes to Correct Fee Total Amounts | WAC 246-840-990 | 24-14-126 | Expedited | | Read the CR-105 (PDF) | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH), in consultation with the Washington State Board of Nursing, is proposing amendments to WAC 246-840-990 to make a housekeeping change to correct fee total amounts. |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Fees and Renewal Cycle for Retired Active Status | WAC 246-843-990 | 24-03-148 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Department of Health adopted a retired active fee for the nursing home administrator license. Concurrently, the Board of Nursing Home Administrators adopted a retired active status to allow an individual to practice in emergent or intermittent circumstances and pay a reduced renewal fee. This will allow individuals to fill in at nursing homes that need a temporary administrator while recruiting a new administrator to assist in emergency circumstances such as a pandemic. |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Requirements and Retired-Active License | WAC 246-843- 231 WAC 246-843-180 WAC 246-843-130 WAC 246-843-090 WAC 246-843-071 WAC 246-843-335 (new) |
24-03-147 | Adopted | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | | Read the CR-103 (PDF) | The Board of Nursing Home Administrators adopted rule amendments and a new rule to expand and clarify licensure requirement for licensure and temporary practice permits by correcting and updating continuing education requirements, language and citations, and correcting a typographical error. The rule no longer requires HIV/AIDS education. The rules add health equity continuing education. |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Licensing Requirements and Retired-Active License | WAC 246-843-071 WAC 246-843-180 WAC 246-843-090 WAC 246-843-130 WAC 246-843-231 |
23-20-116 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend in-person at the physical location or virtually through Microsoft Teams. Physical Location Washington State Department of Health Attend Virtually The virtual portion of the hearing is through Microsoft Teams: Meeting link. |
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| Nursing Home Administrator Retired Active License Fee | WAC 246-843-990 | 23-22-094 | Accepting comments | | Read the CR-101 (PDF) | | Read the CR-102 (PDF) | The Department of Health (department) is proposing to establish a retired active fee for the nursing home administrator license in WAC 246-843-990. |
The public hearing will be hybrid. Participants can attend at the physical location or virtually by registering on Zoom. Physical Location Department of Health Attend Virtually Register in advance for this webinar: Zoom registration link. Written Comments Submit written comments to: Kendra Pitzler Fax: 360-236-2901 |
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| Nursing Homes and Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals | WAC 246-840-4659 | 24-04-043 | Withdrawn | Rescission of interpretive statement NCIS2.00 for WAC 246-840-4659 because a permanent rule has been adopted in its place. The rule clarifies the application of the advanced practice pain management rules in nursing homes and long-term acute care hospitals and incorporated the interpretive statement into permanent rule. Filed on January 31, 2024. The board engaged in rulemaking to clarify the application of the advanced practice pain management rules in nursing homes and long-term acute care hospitals and incorporated the interpretive statement into permanent rule. The proposed rule was adopted by the board in a rule hearing on May 12, 2023. The permanent rule was filed on June 29, 2023 as WSR 23-14-082. |
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| Nursing Pool Transparency Policy Statement NR 24-01 | 246-845 WAC | 24-16-105 | Adopted | The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) issued a policy statement providing clarity about the reporting requirements outlined in Substitute Senate Bill 5547, Nursing Pool Transparency. Effective Date: June 12, 2024. Filed on August 1, 2024. |