Rule-Making Hearing Docket
Please note: The public hearing on May 5, 2026, will be held online for those interested in attending. Meeting details are as follows:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25376059734841?p=HJ51xjnhomUePTKGj5
Meeting ID: 253 760 597 348 41
Passcode: 6nn2eb9e
Dial in by phone
+1 564-999-2000,,543975752# United States, Olympia
Phone conference ID: 543 975 752#
Select the WAC number to view or print a copy of the CR-102 form and the rule text. Send all comments on the rule to the Rules Coordinator. If you have questions about the rule send a message to the contact person.
| Rule Title/Subject | Contact Person | Washington State Register Citations |
|---|---|---|
|
The department is proposing amendments to WAC 388-478-0055, “How much do I get from my state supplemental payments (SSP)?” |
Melissa Kenney (360) 764-3272 Roanne Harris |
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 26-04-105 |
|
The department proposes to add additional items to the allowable adaptive equipment and technology approved service category, amend or add other definitions for clarity and consistency, clarify minimum qualifications for long-term services and supports providers, adjust background check requirements to provide clarity on background check responsibilities, add form requirement to requests for exception to rules to allow the department to collect required information at the beginning of the process, clarify consumer-to-consumer purchases for eligible beneficiary reimbursements, and address attorney or other fees related to administrative hearing procedures. 388-116-1010 – Definitions; 388-116-3020 – Minimum qualifications; 388-116-3030 – Background checks for provider applicants and long-term services and supports providers; 388-116-3080 – Exception to an approved services rule; 388-116-4030 – Eligible beneficiary reimbursement; and 388-116-5030 – Administrative hearing requests. |
Arielle Finney (360) 764-0384 |
Preproposal notice filed as WSR 26-03-035 |
Contact the DSHS Rules Coordinator to:
- Ask questions about the hearing, a proposed rule, or the rule-making process;
- Confirm the day's calendar;
- Inquire about interpreter services or accommodations for disabilities at hearings; or
- Submit written comments.
Rules and Policies Assistance Unit
PO Box 45850
Olympia, WA 98504-5850
Phone: (360) 664-6097
Fax: (360) 664-6185
711 Relay Service