Preproposal Statement of Inquiry (CR-101)
The table below contains the listing of DSHS' current Preproposal Statement of Inquiry (CR-101) rule filings. The WAC number links to the CR-101 form with the most recent filing on top. An e-mail link is provided for submitting comments to the contact person.
DSHS filing notices ("CR" forms) 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 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.
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| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
| Chapter 388-71 WAC Home and community services and programs. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 13-08-077 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 13-07-069 |
Chapter 388-78A WAC |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 13-04-092 |
| WAC 388-96-738 and 739 The department adopted case mix 3.0 per RCW 74.46.485. These rules require updating to be in line with case mix 3.0. |
Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 13-04-089 |
| WAC 388-96-585 Unallowable costs. |
Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 13-03-147 |
| WAC 388-96-580 Operating leases of office equipment. |
Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 13-03-146 |
| Chapter 388-96 WAC Nursing facility medicaid payment system. |
Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 13-03-141 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) The department is creating a new rule that pertains specifically to the certification and/or licensing of Applied Behavior Analysis autism services provided in a behavioral health treatment agency. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 13-02-084 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 13-01-088 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 12-20-076 |
| Chapter 388-97 WAC Nursing homes. |
Scott Bird (360) 725-2581 |
WSR 12-16-110 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 12-16-108 |
| WAC 388-865-0575 and 0430 Amendments are needed to comply with SSB 5187 by requiring facilities to adopt policies and protocols regarding mental health treatment for minors. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 12-14-027 |
| Chapter 388-825 WAC Division of developmental disabilities services rules. |
Alan McMullen (360) 725-3422 |
WSR 12-12-076 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC Amendments are needed to comply with federal and state law. |
Alan McMullen (360) 725-3422 |
WSR 12-11-123 |
| WAC 388-105-0005 To implement changes to nursing home licensing fees and assisted living facilities medicaid payment rates made in ESHB 2127. |
Elizabeth Pashley (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 12-10-090 WSR 12-10-089 (withdrawing notice WSR 12-10-049) WSR 12-10-049 |
| WAC 388-865-0536 Standards for administration. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 12-09-093 |
| Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules. |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 12-05-114 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC The department is amending these rules to comply with and be consistent with Initiative 1163 and ESHB 1277 as codified in chapter 70.128 RCW. |
Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 12-05-088 |
| Chapter 388-71 and 388-112 WAC The purpose of the new language in chapters 388-71 and 388-112 WAC is to implement and clarify the training requirements and the criminal background check requirements as directed in chapter 74.39A RCW and to revise the implementation effective dates as directed by Initiative 1163. |
Lorrie Mahar (360) 725-2549 |
WSR 12-05-086 |
| WAC 388-106-0015, 0020, 0070, 0310 The department is consolidating 3 waivers into 1 waiver to improve efficiency. This rule amendment is necessary to manage budget shortfalls, maintain fund solvency and for revenue generating activities. |
Marilee Fosbre (360) 725-2536 |
WSR 12-02-082 |
| Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports. CR-101 filed as WSR 12-02-031 Withdrawal Notice of WSR 12-01-121 CR-101 filed as WSR 12-01-121 |
John Gaskell (360) 725-3210 |
WSR 12-02-031 WSR 12-01-030 (notice withdrawing WSR 12-01-121) WSR 12-01-121 |
| Chapter 388-71 and 388-106 WAC As part of the Governor's proposed 2012 Supplemental Operating Budget, the Adult Day Health program is being eliminated. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 12-01-119 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 12-01-118 |
| Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment. |
Alan McMullen (360) 725-3422 |
WSR 12-01-117 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC Division of developmental disabilities home and community based services waivers. |
Alan McMullen (360) 725-3422 |
WSR 12-01-116 |
| Chapter 388-835 WAC ICF/MR program and reimbursement system. |
Alan McMullen (360) 725-3422 |
WSR 12-01-115 |
| WAC 388-106-0300 This amendment corrects the appropriate WAC references that are now part of the Health Care Authority in chapters 182-500, 182-543 and 182-551 WAC. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-24-094 |
| Chapters 388-513, 388-515, 388-527 WAC Amends, repeals, updates and clarifies language for client not in own home, alternative living and estate recovery rules. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 11-24-093 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-23-152 |
| WAC 388-845-0060 and 0061 Changes needed to review current working age adult policy to allow clients to choose between employment and community access services. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-22-110 |
| DDD related WACs The Legislature updated RCW 71A.10.020 which eliminates the term "mental retardation" and has replaced it with the term "intellectual disability," and references to a "mentally retarded individual" to be changed to an "individual with an intellectual disability." |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-22-107 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-22-105 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-22-074 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-20-103 |
| Chapter 388-865 WAC These new rules will establish state minimum standards for certification of Triage Facilities under SHB 1170. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 11-20-101 |
| Chapter 388-865 WAC Certification fees for mental health treatment programs. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 11-18-074 |
| Chapter 388-805 WAC Certification fees for chemical dependency treatment programs. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 11-18-073 |
| 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 |
WSR 11-17-144 |
| WAC 388-96-910 For a safety net assessment (SNA) imposed on non-exempted nursing facilities in Washington state. |
Ken Callaghan (360) 725-2499 |
WSR 11-17-131 |
| Chapter 388-71 WAC Home and community services and programs. |
Nancy Brubaker (360) 725-2540 |
WSR 11-15-105 |
| Chapter 388-111 WAC Residential habilitation centers--Compliance standards. |
John Gaskell (360) 725-3210 |
WSR 11-13-095 |
| Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules. |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 11-13-094 |
| Chapter 388-97 WAC Nursing homes. |
Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589 |
WSR 11-13-093 |
| Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports. |
John Gaskell (360) 725-3210 |
WSR 11-13-092 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 11-13-091 |
| Chapter 388-877 WAC Implementing an integrated behavioral health rule. |
Kathy Sayre (360) 725-1342 |
WSR 11-09-067 |
| WAC 388-832-0025 Am I eligible for the IFS program if I currently receive other DDD paid services? |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-09-066 |
| WAC 388-827-0115 What are the programmatic eligibility requirements for DDD/SSP? |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-09-065 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based services waivers. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-07-085 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-07-079 |
| Chapter 388-823 WAC DDD intake and determination of developmental disabilities. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 11-06-059 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-05-031 |
| Chapter 388-71 and 388-106 WAC Home and community services and programs. Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 11-03-081 |
| Chapter 388-513 and 388-515 WAC Client not in own home--Institutional medical and Alternative living--Institution medical. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 11-02-032 |
| WAC 388-105-0005 Under Governor's Executive Order 10-04, the department must reduce its expenditures for the current fiscal year by 6.287%. To help achieve this level of reduction, ADSA anticipates the possibility of reducing its medicaid payment rates to licensed boarding homes. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 10-22-118 |
| Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment. |
Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517 |
WSR 10-21-094 |
| Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment. (housekeeping) |
Mark Eliason (360) 725-2517 |
WSR 10-21-093 |
| WAC 388-106-1300 and 1303 Amendments are needed to make rules consistent with the revised DSHS form 16-172. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 10-21-092 |
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Intermediate care facilities for persons with mental retardation reporting, investigation and findings. |
Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589 |
WSR 10-19-103 |
| Chapter 388-832 WAC Individual and family services program. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 10-17-102 |
| WAC 388-106-0125 and 0130 These amendments adjust in-home hours based on individualized CARE assessments related to elimination of the increase associated with incontinence and/or specialized diet for clients with informal support; and increase some of the hours reduced July 1, 2009 to all in-home clients. |
Geri-Lyn McNeil (360) 725-2353 |
WSR 10-14-056 |
| WAC 388-71-06020 through 388-71-06420 Home care referral registry program. |
Susan Engels (360) 725-2554 |
WSR 10-14-052 |
| WAC 388-105-0005 Effective July 1, 2010, the department will increase the boarding home licensing fee from $79 a bed to $106 a bed. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 10-12-109 |
| Chapter 388-96 WAC Nursing facility medicaid payment system. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 10-11-109 |
| Chapter 388-825 WAC The department is amending rules to include information on the early and periodic screening diagnosis and treatment program eligibility. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WITHDRAWN May 11, 2012 (WSR 12-11-043) WSR 10-10-075 |
| WAC 388-97-4160 and 4180 Beginning July 1, 2010, ESSB 6444 requires the department to increase the current annual renewal license fee for nursing homes from $275 to $327 per bed. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 10-09-109 |
| WAC 388-78A-3230 ESSB 6444 requires the department to increase the current annual renewal license fee for boarding homes from $79 to $106 per bed beginning July 1, 2010. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 10-09-107 |
| WAC 388-76-10105 and 10585 Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 10-06-016 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 10-05-081 |
| WAC 388-78A-2020, 2450, 2470, 2490, 2500, 2510 and 2550 Boarding homes. |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 10-04-114 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Michael Tornquist (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 10-04-113 |
| Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports. |
John Gaskell (360) 725-3210 |
WSR 10-04-112 |
| Chapter 388-561 WAC Trusts, annuities and life estates--Effect on medical programs. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 09-24-029 |
| WAC 388-106-1000 through 1055 The department is amending rules to change the frequency of the CARE assessment and skilled nursing task log. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-24-028 |
| Chapter 388-513 and 388-515 WAC Institutional medical. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 09-22-045 |
| Chapter 388-71 and 388-106 WAC The department is amending sections in accordance with SHB 2361, Chapter 571, Laws of 2009. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-18-090 |
| Chapter 388-96 WAC Nursing facility medicaid payment system. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 09-17-003 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 09-16-101 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-16-080 |
| WAC 388-513-1315 Eligibility for long-term care (institutional, waiver, and hospice) services. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 09-15-184 |
| WAC 388-832-0160, 0305, 345, 0460 The proposed amendments clarify limits on respite care, identify who are qualified providers for parent/sibling education and specifies how DDD will notify clients of decisions regarding the IFS program. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-15-162 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 09-15-156 |
| WAC 388-76-10025 and 10070 Recently enacted legislation increased the application processing and yearly licensing fee for adult family home applicants and providers. New fees must be implemented by July 26, 2009. |
Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 09-14-071 |
Chapter 388-97 WAC |
Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589 |
WSR 09-14-070 |
| Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules. |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 09-14-069 |
| Chapter 388-101 WAC Certified community residential services and supports. |
John Gaskell (360) 725-3210 |
WSR 09-14-068 |
| WAC 388-106-0125 How does CARE use criteria to place me in a classification group for in-home care? |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-14-042 |
| WAC 388-832-0145 Who is eligible to receive respite care? |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-14-016 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-13-092 |
| WAC 388-828-9040, 9060, 9140 DDD is amending rules to clarify language used to describe the individual and family services level. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-13-091 |
| Chapter 388-828, 288-829C and 388-826 WAC DDD Assessment, Companion Homes and Voluntary Placement Program updates. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-13-029 |
| Chapters 388-76 and 388-106 WAC Changes are needed based on state budget and federal requirements, in addition to updating references. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-12-042 |
| WAC 388-105-0005 and 0045 To implement the 2009 legislative required reduction of the seventeen CARE level payment system rates for home and community residential providers. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 09-11-100 |
| Chapter 388-515 WAC Alternate living--Institutional medical. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 09-08-052 |
| WAC 388-831-0240 Can I be terminated from the community protection program? |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-07-062 |
| Chapter 388-825 WAC Division of developmental disabilities service rules. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-07-039 |
| Chapter 388-825 WAC Division of developmental disabilities services rules. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-04-092 |
| Chapters 388-71, 106, 112, 825, 829A and 829C WAC The department is amending rules to implement initiative measure 1029 and ESSHB 2284, chapter 361, Laws of 2007. The proposed rules will implement federal background checks and training and certification requirements. |
Barbara Hanneman (360) 725-2540 |
WSR 09-04-087 |
| WAC 388-827-0115 What are the programmatic eligibility requirements for DDD/SSP? |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-04-068 |
| WAC 388-513-1340 and 1350 Determining excluding income for long-term care (LTC) services; Determining disregarded income for institutional or hospice services under the medically needy (MN) program. |
Lori Rolley (360) 715-2271 |
WSR 09-01-142 |
| Chapters 388-71 and 388-106 WAC Adopting new rules defining participant managed personal care and agency managed personal care. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-01-141 |
| Chapters 388-71 and 388-106 WAC Home and community services and programs; Long-term care services. |
Angel Sulivan (360) 725-2495 |
WSR 09-01-140 |
| Chapter 388-850 WAC County plan for developmental disabilities. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 09-01-132 |
| WAC 388-831-0030 Who are individuals with community protection issues? |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 09-01-047 |
| 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 |
WSR 08-24-077 |
| Chapter 388-832 WAC Individual and family services. |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 08-23-042 |
| WAC 388-513-1301 and 1350 Definitions related to long-term care (LTC) services; and defining the resource and determining resource eligibility for long-term care (LTC) services. |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-23-041 |
| WAC 388-561-0200 and 0201 Annuities. |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-21-152 |
| WAC 388-78A-2710, 2780, 3220, 3410, 3420, 3430, 3440, 3450 and 3460 Boarding home licensing rules. |
Todd Henry (360) 725-2580 |
WSR 08-21-076 |
| Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 08-20-087 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC DDD home and community based services waivers. |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 08-19-112 |
| Chapter 388-826 WAC Voluntary placement program. |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 08-19-052 |
| WAC 388-515-1512 and 1514 The department is amending these sections to incorporate the $20 disregard and increase the personal needs allowance (PNA) from $41.44 to $62.79 to match home and community services categorically needy (CN) waiver programs. |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-18-077 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC Division of developmental disabilities home and community based services waivers. |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 08-17-098 |
| Chapter 388-828 WAC Division of developmental disabilities assessment. |
Meredith Kelly (360) 725-3524 |
WSR 08-16-138 |
| WAC 388-76-10120, 10125, 10955 and 10960 Proposed changes will clarify requirements. |
Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 08-16-133 |
| WAC 388-76-10000, 10036, 10040, 10080, 10105, 10170, 10173, 10335, 10645, 10783, 11015 To clarify requirements, make technical corrections and update sections due to statutory changes enacted during the 2008 Legislative session. |
Maureen Lally (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 08-16-132 |
| WAC 388-110-140 Assisted living services facility structural requirements. |
Todd Henry (360) 725-2580 |
WSR 08-16-104 |
| Chapters 388-71 and 388-112 WAC The department is adding new sections to implement E2SHB 2668. |
Barbara Hanneman (360) 725-2540 |
WSR 08-15-135 |
| WAC 388-513-1315 and 1320 Eligibility for long-term care (institutional, waiver, and hospice) services; and Determining institutional status for long-term care (LTC) services. |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-13-089 |
| WAC 388-106-0130 How does the department determine the number of hours I may receive for in-home care? |
Susan Engels (360) 725-2353 |
WSR 08-12-072 |
| Chapter 388-96 WAC Nursing facility Medicaid payment system. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 08-12-071 |
| WAC 388-105-0005 and 0045 The Legislature directed the department to implement phase one of full implementation of a seventeen CARE level payment system for community residential providers. |
Patricia Hague (360) 725-2447 |
WSR 08-12-070 |
| Chapter 388-106 WAC Long-term care services. |
Susan Engels (360) 725-2353 |
WSR 08-10-063 |
| Chapter 388-78A WAC Boarding home licensing rules.. |
Todd Henry (360) 725-2580 |
WSR 08-10-061 |
| WAC 388-515-1505 and 388-106-0225 The department is amending WAC 388-515-1505 Financial eligibility requirements for long-term care services under COPES, New Freedom PACE, MMIP and WMIP; and WAC 388-106-0225 How do I pay for MPC? |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-09-012 |
| Chapter 388-845 WAC Division of Developmental Disabilities Home and Community Based Services Waivers. |
Steve Brink (360) 725-3416 |
WSR 08-05-004 |
| Chapter 388-76 WAC Adult family home minimum licensing requirements. |
Roger Woodside (360) 725-3204 |
WSR 08-04-109 |
| WAC 388-561-0200, 0201 Amendments are necessary to meet requirements of section 6012 of the Deficit Reduction Act (DRA) of 2005. New section is added pertaining to treatment of annuities. |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 08-04-077 |
| Chapter 388-78A WAC The department is amending chapter 388-78A WAC to clarify building requirements for new boarding home construction, enhance readability of several building requirement sections, and create flexibility in construction requirements for providers to meet resident needs. |
Todd Henry (360) 725-2580 |
WSR 07-23-078 |
| Chapter 388-97 WAC Nursing Homes. |
Judy Johnson (360) 725-2591 |
WSR 07-21-121 |
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WAC 388-97-077 Nursing Home Protection Program. |
Lisa Yanagida (360) 725-2589 |
WSR 07-15-024 |
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WAC 388-515-1550 Medically Needy In-Home Waiver (MNIW). |
Lori Rolley (360) 725-2271 |
WSR 06-21-069 |
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Children's Administration
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
| WAC 388-15-085 and 095 Amending rules to ensure consistency with RCW 26.44.125 (2) and (4). |
Deanna Bedell (360) 902-0863 |
WSR 13-10-013 |
| Chapter 388-25 WAC and WAC 388-148-0010 This action will ensure the department access federal matching funds for extended foster care, define eligibility requirements for extended foster care program and ensure eligible youth receive placement services as outlined by RCW. |
Jim Pritchard (360) 902-8487 |
WSR 12-22-004 |
| Chapter 388-61A WAC Shelters for victims of domestic violence. |
Susan Hannibal (206) 923-4910 |
WSR 12-05-113 |
| WAC 388-165-180 and 185 To ensure accuracy and update child care rates. The current statewide rate structure is now under DEL. |
Michael Luque (360) 902-7986 |
WSR 11-20-102 |
| WAC 388-27-0275 When does the department review an adoptions support agreement? |
Lonnie Locke (360) 902-7932 |
WSR 09-16-105 |
| WAC 388-165-140 Child care for child protective services (CPS) and child welfare services (CWS). |
Michael Luque (360) 902-7986 |
WITHDRAWN February 10, 2010 (WSR 10-05-039) WSR 09-16-104 |
| WAC 388-15-013 Who may receive child protective services? |
Tina Stern (360) 902-0860 |
WSR 09-10-076 |
| WAC 388-15-021 The department is amending this rule to establish a ninety day timeline for a CPS investigation. Changes are needed to meet requirements in chapter 220, Laws of 2007 (SSB 5321). |
Tina Stern (360) 902-0860 |
WSR 08-22-086 |
| Chapter 388-61A WAC Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence. |
Susan Hannibal (206) 923-4910 |
WSR 08-06-086 |
| Chapter 388-27 WAC Child welfare services--Adoption services and adoption support. |
Lonnie Locke (360) 902-7932 |
WSR 08-05-045 |
| Chapter 388-25 WAC Child welfare services--Foster care. |
Carrie Kendig (360) 902-7568 |
WSR 08-05-044 |
| WAC 388-32-0020, 0025 and 0030 The department is amending these rules to reflect efforts to best serve the needs of families served by Children's Administration. |
Tim Kelly (360) 902-7772 |
WSR 08-05-043 |
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WAC 388-15-046 When must the department notify the alleged perpetrator of allegations of child abuse or neglect? |
Leah Stajduhar (360) 902-7539 |
WSR 06-21-081 |
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Economic Services Administration
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
WAC 388-412-0015 and 388-478-0060 |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 13-09-067 |
| WAC 388-410-0025, 0033 Changes will be consistent with regulations at Title 7 CFR 273.18 and Section 13 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 and other applicable federal laws pertaining to collection of overpayments of federal means-tested benefits. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 13-09-065 |
| 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 |
WSR 13-08-076 |
| WAC 388-408-0035 Who is in my assistance unit? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 13-08-075 |
| WAC 388-492-0030 Who can get WASHCAP? |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 13-07-070 |
| WAC 388-492-0040 and 0070 The department may propose changes to rules in order to ensure that the project remains cost neutral with SNAP benefits provided under the Washington Basic Food program. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 13-07-013 |
| Title 388 WAC The department plans to update all necessary sections in Title 388 WAC to implement annual adjustments to standards for WASHCAP and the Washington Basic Food Program. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 13-05-081 |
| WAC 388-482-0005 How does being a student impact my eligibility for the Washington Basic Food Program? |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 13-04-091 |
| WAC 388-444-0005, 0055, 0065, 0070, 0075 Proposed amendments will update Basic Food work requirement rules to be consistent with federal regulations and Washington approved Basic Food state plan. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 13-03-148 |
| WAC 388-310-0800 WorkFirst--Support services. |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 12-17-136 |
| WAC 388-408-0040 How does living in an institution affect my eligibility for Basic Food? |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 12-17-133 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 12-17-091 |
| WAC 388-450-0200 Will the medical expenses of elderly persons or individuals with disabilities in my assistance unit be used as an income deduction for Basic Food? |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 12-16-109 |
| WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 12-13-078 |
| WAC 388-458-0011 DSHS sends you a denial letter when you can't get benefits? |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 12-11-117 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 12-11-098 |
| WAC 388-478-0005 Cash assistance need and payment standards and grant maximum. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 12-11-091 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 12-11-083 |
| WAC 388-400-0040, 388-412-0015, 388-424-0020, 388-489-0010 & 0025 The department is amending rules to establish eligibility and benefit level for a state-funded food assistance program. |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 12-11-082 |
| WAC 388-492-0110, 0120 The department is proposing to amend rules to correct references to other rules regarding eligibility for basic food and WASHCAP. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 12-10-070 |
| Title 388 WAC The department is proposing to amend multiple rules related to Medicaid funded services in "Title 388 WAC" to update WAC citations and repeal WAC language that is no longer needed in Title 388 WAC. This is in response to 2E2SHB 1738. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 12-08-063 |
| 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 |
WSR 12-08-062 |
| WAC 388-492-0040 and 0070 The department plans to amend rules to ensure that WASHCAP benefits are cost neutral to the Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP). |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WITHDRAWN May 1, 2012 (WSR 12-07-036) WSR 12-07-036 |
| WAC 388-412-0015; 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; 388-478-0060 The department plans to update all necessary sections in Title 388 WAC to implement annual adjustments to standards for WASHCAP and the Washington Basic Food Program. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 12-07-035 |
| WAC 388-412-0025 How do I get my benefits? |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 12-06-079 |
| WAC 388-446-0020 These amendments will adopt penalties for Washington food assistance programs consistent with federal penalties for intentional program violations for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP). |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 12-05-092 |
WAC 388-310-0200 |
Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589 |
WSR 12-05-087 |
| WAC 388-436-0050; 388-478-0005, 0020 and 0035 The department may propose amendments to reduce payment standards, maximum earned income limits, grant maximum amount and other related rules. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 12-01-120 |
| WAC 388-478-0055 How much do I get from my state supplemental payment (SSP)? |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 11-23-151 |
| WAC 388-444-0005, 0055, 0065, 0070, 0075 CSD is proposing changes to update Basic Food work requirement rules to be consistent with federal regulations, and Washington approved Basic Food state plan. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 11-19-058 |
| WAC 388-484-0005, 0006 CSD is proposing changes 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 60-month TANF/SFA time limit. |
Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648 |
WSR 11-18-100 |
| WAC 388-436-0002 If my family has an emergency, can I get help from DSHS to get or keep our housing or utilities? |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 11-18-099 |
| New chapter in Title 388 WAC The department is proposing to create new rules in Title 388 WAC regarding interaction between the state of Washington and Tribal programs under Title IV-A of the federal Social Security Act. |
Mike Mowrey (360) 725-4656 |
WSR 11-17-137 |
| WAC 388-436-0002 If my family has an emergency, can I get help from DSHS to get or keep our housing or utilities? |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 11-17-136 |
| WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 11-16-105 |
| Chapters 388-273, 388-400, 388-404, 388-406, 388-408, 388-416, 388-424, 388-448, 388-450, 388-455, 388-460, 388-462, 388-473, 388-474, and 388-478 WAC Amendments are needed in order to comply with Engrossed Second Substitute House bill 2082, Laws of 2011 as it relates to disability lifeline program and creation of the aged, blind, or disabled assistance program and pregnant women assistance program. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 11-15-104 |
| Chapter 388-310, 388-400, 388-412, 388-450, 388-460 WAC To comply with E2SSB 5921 as it relates to the TANF/WorkFirst program. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 11-15-094 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC To implement E2SHB 1267 (chapter 283, Laws of 2011), effective date July 22, 2011. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 11-15-093 |
| WAC 388-478-0005 The department will propose amendment in order to reduce the cash assistance grant maximum to $726. |
Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648 |
WSR 11-14-115 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 11-14-098 |
| WAC 388-310-0200 WorkFirst--Activities. |
Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589 |
WSR 11-13-067 |
| 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 |
WSR 11-12-089 |
| WAC 388-432-0005 Can I get help from DSHS for a family emergency without receiving monthly cash assistance? |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 11-09-087 |
| WAC 388-406-0060 What happens when my application is denied? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 11-09-059 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 11-09-030 |
| WAC 388-450-0015; 388-455-0005; 388-470-0005, 0045, 0055, 0550 and 0860 The proposed amendments are necessary to comply with federal regulations announcement dated December 17, 2010 which requires states to disregard federal income tax refunds received after December 31, 2009 as income in the month received. |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 11-08-071 |
| WAC 388-412-0015; 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; 388-478-0060; 388-492-0070 These standards are required by federal regulations and approved department waivers. Under federal regulations these standards must be adjusted annually in order to determine a client's eligibility and benefit level for Basic Food or WASHCAP. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 11-08-069 |
| Chapters 388-412 and 388-446 WAC; WAC 388-472-0005 Amendments are needed to incorporate federal regulations regarding the allowable use of supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 11-08-067 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 11-07-081 |
| WAC 388-14A-4200 Do I get credit for dependent disability payments paid on my behalf to my children? |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 11-07-074 |
| WAC 388-408-0020, 0025; 388-432-0005; 388-436-0002, 0020, 0040; 388-450-0025; 388-470-0045 The department is proposing to include federal SSI recipients as part of TANF or SFA, assistance unit and count their SSI income when determining the family's eligibility for cash assistance. |
Leslie Kozak (360) 725-4589 |
WITHDRAWN July 8, 2011 (WSR 11-15-014) |
| WAC 388-400-0025 Who is eligible for disability lifeline benefits? |
M. Shane Riddle (360) 725-4352 |
WSR 11-03-078 |
| WAC 388-410-0035 The department is proposing to amend its rules to comply with federal SNAP recipient claim establishment and collection regulations and implement the changes to WAC as required. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 11-02-070 |
| Chapter 388-492 WAC Washington State Combined Application Project. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 11-02-069 |
| WAC 388-436-0050; 388-478-0020, 0035 The department is proposing to reduce payment standards and maximum earned income limits by 15% in response to a reduced appropriation as part of HB 3225 passed by the legislature on December 11, 2010 special session. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 11-02-068 |
| WAC 388-464-0001 Requirement to cooperate with quality assurance. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 10-24-116 |
| WAC 388-406-0015; 388-472-0005 The department is proposing to amend the expedited processing requirement from five calendar days to seven calendar days to be consistent with federal regulations for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program under 7 CFR 273.2(i). |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 10-24-115 |
| WAC 388-450-0200 Will the medical expenses of elderly persons or individuals with disabilities in my assistance unit be used as an income deduction for Basic Food? |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WITHDRAWN January 20, 2011 (WSR 11-04-006) WSR 10-23-118 |
| WAC 388-418-0011 What is a mid-certification review (MCR), and do I have to complete one in order to keep receiving benefits? |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 10-23-117 |
| WAC 388-416-0005 How long can I get Basic Food? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 10-21-095 |
| WAC 388-450-0080 and 0085 The department is amending rules to improve consistency between the specified sections, related rules and generally accepted practices for determining allowable costs of a self-employment business. |
Kay Christenson (360) 725-4899 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 10-20-161 |
| Chapter 388-310; 388-450 and 388-478 WAC On Sept. 16, 2010, Governor Gregoire directed agencies to impose across-the-board reductions of 6.3 percent starting October 1, 2010. Amendments may be necessary to contain costs and maintain vital programs within budget for remainder of the current year. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 10-19-136 |
| WAC 388-400-0040, 0050; 388-424-0020 and 0025 Eligibility and benefit level for the state-funded food assistance program for legal immigrants (FAP). |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 10-19-135 |
| WAC 388-406-0040 What happens if the processing of my application is delayed? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 10-18-106 |
| WAC 388-478-0055 How much do I get from my state supplemental payment (SSP)? |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 10-18-105 |
| WAC 388-418-0005 How will I know what changes I must report? |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 10-18-104 |
| WAC 388-432-0005 Can I get help from DSHS for a family emergency without receiving monthly cash assistance? |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 10-17-116 |
| WAC 388-310-1600 WorkFirst--Sanctions. |
Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699 |
WSR 10-17-115 |
| WAC 388-406-0030 and 388-490-0005 The department is proposing to amend these rules to improve consistency between them and other rules. 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 |
WSR 10-16-151 |
| WAC 388-434-0010 The department is proposing to amend rules related to recertification begin dates and interview requirements for the eligibility review process to comply with SNAP program regulations under 7 CFR 273.14. |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WITHDRAWN October 31, 2011 (WSR 11-22-062) WSR 10-16-150 |
| WAC 388-436-0015 and 0030 The department is proposing these changes to clarify that TANF/SFA families who have had their cash grant terminated under WAC 388-310-1600 may qualify for CEAP even when case closure hasn't occurred within the last six months. |
Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699 |
WSR 10-16-149 |
| WAC 388-310-0200, 0400, 1300, 1700, 2100 The department may propose to amend rules to modify participation requirements, tighten program requirements and reduce program costs due to a budget shortfall. |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 10-16-147 |
| WAC 388-436-0002 If my family has an emergency, can I get help from DSHS to get or keep our housing or utilities? |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 10-16-146 |
| WAC 388-310-0800 WorkFirst--Support services. |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 10-16-145 |
| WAC 388-310-1800 WorkFirst--Post employment services. |
Kerry Judge (360) 725-4630 |
WSR 10-16-144 |
| WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 10-16-142 |
| Chapter 388-492 WAC Washington combined application project (WASHCAP). |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 10-15-114 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 10-14-064 |
| WAC 388-476-0005 Social security number requirements. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 10-10-076 |
| Chapter 388-444 WAC Food stamp employment and training. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 10-10-074 |
| WAC 388-448-0050, 0080, 0090, 0100, 0110 The department will propose amendments related to the use of administrative review teams and to update obsolete terminology and functional assessment language. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 10-09-074 |
| WAC 388-400-0025; 388-448-0130, 0140, 0150; 388-478-0005, 0010 and 0030 Community Services Division is proposing changes to comply with the ESSHB 2782 as it relates to the general assistance or lifeline disability program. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 10-09-046 |
| WAC 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; WAC 388-412-0015;
WAC 388-478-0060;
WAC 388-492-0070 These amendments will implement annual adjustments to standards for WASHCAP and Washington Basic Food program. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WITHDRAWN January 20, 2011 (WSR 11-04-006) WSR 10-08-009 |
| WAC 388-450-0015 What types of income does the department not use to figure out my benefits? |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 10-07-061 |
| WAC 388-412-0020 When do I get my benefits? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WITHDRAWN October 31, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 10-07-058 |
| Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program The department will amend rules in Title 388 WAC related to eligibility and benefit level for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 10-06-061 |
| WAC 388-450-0215 How does the department estimate my assistance unit's income to determine eligibility and benefits? |
Kim Chea (360) 725-4653 |
WSR 10-05-085 |
| WAC 388-492-0040 and 0070 The department may amend rules to ensure that WASHCAP benefits are cost neutral to SNAP. |
Bob Thibodeau (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 10-05-082 |
| WAC 388-444-0030 Work requirements for persons who are able-bodied adults without dependents. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 10-05-080 |
| WAC 388-424-0010, 0060, 0010, 0020; 388-466-0005, 0120, 0130 These amendments revise rules regarding eligibility for assistance for special immigrants from Iraq and Afghanistan. |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 10-02-095 |
| Chapter 388-484 WAC TANF/SFA five year time limit. |
Stacey Bushaw (360) 725-4622 |
WSR 10-01-161 |
| WAC 388-310-2100 Career services program. |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 10-01-160 |
| WAC 388-310-1600 WorkFirst--Sanctions. |
Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699 |
WSR 10-01-159 |
| WAC 388-418-0005 How will I know what changes I must report? |
Tom Berry (360) 725-4617 |
WSR 09-20-080 |
| WAC 388-406-0055 When do my benefits start? |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 09-20-079 |
| WAC 388-448-0080, 0090, 0100, 0110 CSD is amending rules to redefine general assistance incapacity. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 09-19-125 |
| WAC 388-478-0030 CSD is amending rule to apply a ratable reduction on the general assistance cash grant payment standard. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 09-19-124 |
| WAC 388-422-0005 What happens to my child, spousal and medical support when I get public assistance? |
Tom Berry (360) 725-4617 |
WSR 09-16-103 |
| WAC 388-408-0020 When am I not allowed to be in a TANF or SFA assistance unit? |
Tom Berry (360) 725-4617 |
WSR 09-16-102 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. Amendments implement statutory changes contained in SHB 1845 regarding medical support obligations in child support orders. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 09-14-075 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. Amendments implement statutory changes contained in E2SSB 5688 regarding rights and responsibilities of registered domestic partners. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 09-14-074 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC Division of child support rules. Amendments implement statutory changes contained in SSB 5166 regarding DCS license suspension program. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 09-14-073 |
| WAC 388-406-0055 When do my benefits start? |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 09-14-072 |
| WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance. |
Aurea Figueroa-Rogers (360) 725-4623 |
WSR 09-14-017 |
| Chapter 388-412 WAC The department is proposing to adopt rules to reflect the adjustments to household EBT accounts to correct transaction. |
Holly St. John (360) 725-4894 |
WSR 09-13-096 |
| WAC 388-450-0110, 0135 and 0175 These amendments align the GAU earned income deductions with RCW 74.04.266 and the earned income incentive offered under the TANF program. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 09-11-104 |
| WAC 388-466-0120 and 0130 These amendments are necessary to revise rules regarding eligibility for assistance for special immigrants from Afghanistan. |
Olga Walker (360) 725-4641 |
WSR 09-11-103 |
| WAC 388-450-0185, 0190, 0195; 388-478-0060; 388-492-0040 The department will amend sections to implement annual adjustments to standards for the WASHCAP and Basic Food program. |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 09-10-056 |
| WAC 388-406-0005, 0035 and 0045 The department will propose amendments in order to comply with the statutory changes made to RCW 74.08.060 by the enactment of Substitute Senate Bill 6024 (Chapter 198, Laws of 2009). |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 09-10-055 |
|
Division of Child Support rules. |
Nancy Koptur (360) 664-5065 |
WSR 09-10-046 |
| WAC 388-310-0350 WorkFirst--Other exemptions from mandatory participation. |
Sandy Jsames (360) 725-4648 |
WSR 09-09-099 |
| WAC 388-310-0700 The department is proposing to modify and enhance the Comprehensive Evaluation to improve timely engagement in WorkFirst activities. |
Dasha Mitchell (360) 725-4354 |
WSR 09-09-015 |
| WAC 388-310-0200 The department is proposing to eliminate WorkFirst participation requirements for dependent minors. |
Allen Shanafelt (360) 725-4631 |
WSR 09-07-095 |
| WAC 388-492-0040 and 0070 These amendments implement changes necessary to meet cost neutrality requirements between the WASHCAP and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program as specified in the approved WASHCAP demonstration project waiver. |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 09-06-085 |
| WAC 388-410-0025, 412-0015, 444-0030 and 478-0060 These amendments will implement requirements under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and will be consistent with the requirements of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 09-06-084 |
| WAC 388-436-0050 This rule change is needed to add child transportation to the payment chart as allowed in WAC 388-436-0015. |
Ian Horlor (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 09-05-058 |
| WAC 388-454-0015 Temporary absence from the home. |
Tom Berry (360) 725-4617 |
WSR 09-02-058 |
| WAC 388-412-0040 Can I get my benefits replaced? |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 09-01-059 |
| WAC 388-310-0800 The proposed rule change will remove support services for recipients of diversion cash assistance who are receiving career services through the Employment Security Department. The proposal is in response to budget constraints. |
Ian Horlor (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 08-23-098 |
| WAC 388-452-0005 The department will amend rules for Basic Food consistent with approved waivers to interview requirements under 7 CFR 273.2(e) related to required interviews for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP was previously known as the Food Stamp Program. |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 08-22-085 |
| WAC 388-400-0040; 388-450-0015, 0162 and 0185 The department plans to amend rules related to countable income, excluded income, and allowable income deductions for the purpose of determining eligibility and benefit level for the WASHCAP, Basic Food and other assistance programs. |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 08-21-082 |
| WAC 388-310-0400, 0500, 0900, 1000, 1050 These changes are being proposed to invoke new options under the final Deficit Reduction Act, and to maximize the state's ability to meet the federal work participation rate. |
Stephanie Nielsen (360) 725-4699 |
WSR 08-20-050 |
| WAC 388-310-2100 The department is proposing to revise this section to allow parents with dependent children who receive Basic Food assistance and are working 30 hours or more per week to enroll in the Career Services Program. |
Ian Horlor (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 08-20-048 |
| WAC 388-450-0005, 0100, 0106, 0140, 0155, 0156, 0160; 388-470-0060 The department is proposing to clarify how sponsor's income and resources are deemed available to the sponsored immigrants. |
Tom Berry (360) 725-4617 |
WITHDRAWN November 23, 2011 (WSR 11-22-061) WSR 08-17-114 |
| WAC 388-489-0025 Can my transitional food assistance benefits end before the end of my five-month transition period? |
John Camp (360) 725-4616 |
WSR 08-17-107 |
| WAC 388-478-0015 Need standards for cash assistance. |
Jenny Grayum (360) 725-4583 |
WSR 08-15-134 |
| WAC 388-416-0005; 388-418-0005, 0007 and 0011 The department proposes to amend all necessary rules in Title 388 WAC to expand Simplified Reporting to households as allowed under the 2008 Farm Bill. |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 08-15-133 |
| WAC 388-448-0050 How we determine the severity of mental impairments. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 08-15-131 |
| WAC 388-450-0040 Native American benefits and payments. |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 08-15-130 |
| WAC 388-478-0005 The department is proposing to revise the maximum payment limit to reflect the 3% increase for TANF, SFA and RCA which was authorized in ESHB 2687 during the 2008 legislative session. |
Ian Horlor (360) 725-4634 |
WSR 08-14-120 |
| WAC 388-450-0015 and 0185 The department is proposing 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 test. |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 08-14-119 |
| WAC 388-412-0015; 388-450-0185, 0190, 1095; 388-478-0060; 388-492-0040 and 0070 Standards must be adjusted annually in order to determine a client's eligibility and benefit level for WASHCAP or the Washington Basic Food program. |
Don Winslow (360) 725-4580 |
WSR 08-13-055 |
| WAC 388-448-0030 and 0040 The department is proposing amendments to the description of medical evidence requirements needed to determine incapacity. These changes are needed to align the medical evidence rules with the intent of RCW 74.04.005. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 08-13-048 |
| WAC 388-492-0090 How often do my Washington combined application program (WASHCAP) food benefits need to be reviewed? |
Rebecca Henrie (360) 725-4615 |
WSR 08-12-069 |
| WAC 388-450-0015 and 0045 This rule changes in needed to apply the federal policy regarding economic stimulus rebate payments, authorized by the passage of HR 5140, to General Assistance programs. |
Melissa Mathson (360) 725-4563 |
WSR 08-09-112 |
| Chapter 388-14A WAC DCS is adopting new and amended sections to implement state legislation which implements the federal Deficit Reduction Act of 2005. The state law was signed by the Governor on April 20, 2007 as Laws of 2007, chapter 143, with an effective date of July 22, 2007. |
Nancy Koptur |
WSR 08-06-089 |
| WAC 388-418-0020 How does the department determine the date a change affects my benefits? |
Bill Callahan (360) 725-4619 |
WSR 08-04-075 |
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Medicaid Purchasing Administration
(see Health Care Authority for future activity)
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
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Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
| Chapter 388-710 WAC Consolidated juvenile services program. |
Jeff Patnode (360) 902-8406 |
WSR 09-15-163 |
| Chapter 388-720 WAC Collection of costs of support, treatment, and confinement of juveniles under RCW 13.40.220. |
Lee Mosley (360) 902-8092 |
WSR 09-01-073 |
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WAC 388-740-0070 The department is amending rule to implement chapter 203, laws of 2007 (SSB 5243) by defining behavior which may be cause for the secretary to modify parole and return a juvenile sex offender to confinement for up to twenty-four weeks. |
Kecia Rongen (360) 902-7952 |
WSR 07-16-089 |
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Financial Services Administration
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
| Chapter 388-06 WAC Background checks. |
Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072 |
WITHDRAWN November 5, 2012 (WSR 12-22-047) WSR 12-15-075 |
| WAC 388-06-0020, 0110, 0150, 0525 and 0540 The department is revising rules to implement Initiative 1163 and ESHB 2314 related to DDD long-term care fingerprint check requirements and 120-day provisional hire. |
Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072 |
WSR 12-11-039 |
| WAC 388-06-0020, 0110, 0150, 0525 and 0540 The department is revising rules to implement Initiative 1163 passed by voters on November 8, 2011. |
Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072 |
WSR 12-02-046 |
| WAC 388-06-0110 and 0150 In the 2011 special session, the legislature passed ESHB 1548 delaying the implementation date for long-term care fingerprint check requirements from January 2012 to January 2014. |
Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072 |
WSR 11-17-135 |
| Chapter 388-06 WAC Background Checks. |
Cindy LaRose (360) 902-8072 |
WSR 09-08-051 |
| Chapter 388-03 WAC Rules and regulations for the certification of DSHS spoken language interpreters and translators. |
Hungling Fu |
WSR 08-12-067 |
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Chapter 388-06 WAC Background Checks. |
Jackie Beery (360) 902-7814 |
WSR 07-11-097 |
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Office of the Secretary
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
| Chapter 388-885 WAC Civil commitment cost reimbursement. |
Mark Davis (253) 583-5938 |
WSR 13-03-142 |
| WAC 388-880-150 Requests for public disclosure. |
Mark Davis (253) 583-5938 |
WSR 12-17-134 |
| Chapter 388-885 WAC Reimbursement. |
Mark Davis (253) 583-5938 |
WSR 12-17-135 |
| WAC 388-880-110 Escort procedures. |
Mark Davis (253) 583-5938 |
WSR 12-15-076 |
| WAC 388-02-0580 DSHS Hearing Rules. |
Jim Conant |
WSR 12-06-030 |
| WAC 388-02-0010 and 0220 DSHS Hearing Rules. |
Dia Tornatore / Jim Conant (360) 664-6061 / (360) 664-6081 |
WSR 12-03-048 |
| WAC 388-02-0005 and 0387 DSHS Hearing Rules. |
Marjorie Gray (360) 664-6062 |
WSR 11-14-097 |
| Sign language interpreters Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) formally establishing standards for sign language interpreters to interpret in legal proceedings. |
Emily Hill (360) 902-0271 |
WSR 10-19-134 |
| Chapter 388-02 WAC DSHS Hearing Rules. |
Brian Lindgren (360) 664-6093 |
WSR 08-22-051 |
| Chapter 388-02 WAC DSHS Hearing Rules. |
Brian Lindgren (360) 664-6093 |
WSR 07-10-112 |
