Rulemaking
2022 rulemaking activities
July-December Agency Rulemaking Agenda
- Local government self-insurance health and welfare program rules: Update to align with statutory changes related to health insurance for school employees
- Local government self-insurance program: Update local government self-insurance program to allow participation by the State Board of Pilotage Commissioners
- Capitol Campus Use - Update for clarification and clean up, alignment with current RCWs and to add appeal process for exclusion rules
Detailed information about each rulemaking activity, including how anyone interested can participate in the rulemaking, will be added to this page as work progresses. Rulemaking information will first appear shortly after the time of DES's initial filing (CR-101 or CR-105) with the Office of the Code Reviser. The initial filing signals the start of rulemaking for each rulemaking listed on the rulemaking agenda.
Contact jack.zeigler@des.wa.gov for information on DES rulemaking activity or to be added to the rules mailing list for notification of rule changes.
Use of the Public Areas of the Capitol Buildings and Grounds
DES is updating rules in Chapter 200-220 WAC Use of the Public Areas of the Capitol Buildings and Grounds. The Campus use rules are designed to balance the conduct of government business, public access and expression of free speech, public safety and welfare, the stewardship of the capitol buildings and grounds, and civic education. All three branches of the Washington State Government conduct their business here.
This rulemaking update is limited in scope. The purpose is to:
- Make technical edits for clarification and clean up purposes.
- Make it clear that DES has delegated authority to the Washington State Patrol (WSP) for enforcing Campus use statues, rules, and policies.
- Put in place an administrative process for exclusion from use of the campus as an available enforcement action. A process is included for appealing an exclusion from use of the Campus.
We would like to clarify a new administrative exclusion process is being established versus simply adding an appeal process for exclusion to the current rules. Exclusion is an administrative process that can be used instead of citing someone for criminal trespass, which is a misdmeanor. The rules in place right now do not provide the option to use this civil process.
Opportunities to participate in this rulemaking
DES will seek continuous feedback as we develop these updates. In addition to up-front work with anyone interested in participating with DES on updating the rules, a formal public comment period will be held later in the rulemaking process.
As rulemaking progresses, this page will be updated with new information including opportunities for anyone interested in participating with DES in updating the rules.
We are accepting comments on a proposed rule from August 24 through September 30
- Written comments will be accepted online through the end of the business day on Friday, September 30, 2022
- See the proposed rule
- Comment here
- Oral comments will be accepted at a public hearing from 2-4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2022.
- Join the public hearing online Via Zoom. Passcode 189959.
- Join the public hearing by telephone:Call 877-853-5247. Passcode 189959.
Feedback was sought on a preliminary discussion draft before August 12
We invited anyone interested to share ideas and thoughts early in the rulemaking process. This allowed us to incorporate feedback in crafting the changes to the rules.
Learn more
- The Capitol Campus
- Rulemaking Docket
- CR-102 Proposed Rulesfiled with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-17-170
- Proposed Rules for public comment
- Chapter 200-220 WACUse of the Public Areas of the Capitol Buildings and Grounds
- Preliminary rule discussion draft (with track changes)
- CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-10-063
Timeline
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Date |
Activity |
9/30, 2022 | Coming up - Public comment period closes at the end of the business day on September 30, 2022 |
9/27/2022 | Coming up - The Official Public Hearing will be held online via Zoom on September 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. for anyone interested in providing oral comment on the proposed rule |
8/25/2022 | Written comments will be accepted online through the end of the business day on September 30, 2022 |
8/24, 2022 | CR-102 Proposed Rule filed as WSR 22-17-170. See the proposed rule. |
8/12, 2022 | Opportunity to share your thoughts on the discussion draft closes |
5/18, 2022 | CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry published in Issue 22-10 of the Washington State Register. See 22-10-063 |
5/4, 2022 | Start of rulemaking – CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry WSR 22-10-063 filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. |
1/31, 2022 | Subject of rulemaking placed on agency Jan-June 2022 Agency Rulemaking Agenda |
Rulemaking completed in the past one year
Chapter 200-100 WAC Local government self-insurance program
The legislature amended state law under chapter 48.62 RCW to allow the State Board of Pilotage Commissioners (the Board), a Washington state agency, to join or participate in a local government joint self-insurance program covering liability risks. Previously, no state agency was allowed to join or participate in a local government self-insurance pool. During our review of the current rules, it became clear that other rule changes may be needed to align with the new statute to accommodate a state agency such as the Board. Some changes applicable to local government members of a self-insurance pool do not necessarily apply to the Board.
Changes to the current rules allow the Board to join or participate in a local government joint self-insurance program covering liability risks but not property risks.
Changes also prohibit any employee or officical of the Board from receiving anything of value for services rendered in connection with a self-insurance program.
The intent of these changes is to align with the addition of a new section (RCW 48.62.037) to chapter 48.62 RCW and to provide a financially safe and transparent operating environment to the self-insurance pool members.
Rules adopted
DES received no comments in writing prior to close of business on September 9 or at the public hearing held on September 7. No changes were made to the proposed rule and DES adopted the rules as proposed.
We accepted comments on a proposed rule from August 3 through September 9
- Written comments were accepted online through the end of the business day on September 9, 2022
- Oral comments were accepted at a public hearing on September 7, 2022
Feedback was sought on a preliminary discussion draft
We invited anyone interested to share ideas and thoughts early in the rulemaking process. This allowed us to incorporate your feedback in crafting changes to the rules.
Learn more
Rulemaking Docket and the Concise Explanatory Statement
- Adoption Notice
- Adopted rules filed with the Office of the Code Reviser
- CR-103 Permanent Rule filed as WSR 22-20-022
- Read the official transcripts of the public hearing held on September 7, 2022
- Watch the online public hearing held on September 7, 2022
- Rulemaking Docket
- Invitation to comment and attend the public hearing
- CR-102 Proposed Rules filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-16-109
- Proposed rules
- Invitation to participate in discussions
- Preliminary rule draft for discussion (w/ track changes)
- Chapter 48.62 RCW Local Government Insurance Transactions
- Chapter 200-100 WAC Self-Insurance as to Local Governments
- HB 1431 Concerning joint self-insurance programs for property and liability
- CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-08-086
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Date |
Activity |
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10/24/2022 | Rules become effective | |
9/22/2022 | Rules adopted and filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-20-022 | |
9/12/2022 | No oral or written comments were received. The Official Rulemaking File is being prepared for the State Risk Manager's review in advance of adoption and filing of the CR-103 Permanent Rule Making Order. | |
9/09/2022 | Public comment period closes | |
8/03/2022 |
The CR-102 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and the proposed rules filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. Comments accepted online through the end of the business day on Friday, September 9, 2022 |
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8/02/2022 | Subject rulemaking placed on the July-Dec 2022 Agency Rulemaking Agenda | |
4/05/2022 | Invitation for anyone interested in participating with DES in the rulemaking | |
4/20/2022 | CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry published in Issue 22-08 of the Washington State Register. See 22-08-086 | |
4/05/2022 | Start of rulemaking - CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry WSR 22-08-086 filed with the Office of the Code Reviser | |
1/31/2022 | Subject of rulemaking placed on agency Jan-June 2022 Agency Rulemaking Agenda |
Chapter 200-110 WAC Local government self-insurance health and welfare program rules
The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) is updating rules in chapter 200-110 WAC to align with statutory changes placing health insurance for school employees under the oversight of the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). DES is also updating rules to reflect recent changes to standards addressing solvency and independent audit requirements.
The Legislature created the SEBB Program in 2017 and the program was fully effective on Jan. 1, 2020. During the 2018 session, the Legislature revised the law to require school districts (but not educational service districts or charter schools) to offer benefits through the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB).
Feedback was sought on a preliminary discussion draft before March 18
We invited anyone interested to share ideas and thoughts early in the rulemaking process. This allowed us to incorporate feedback in crafting the changes to the rules.
Comments on the proposed rule were accepted from March 5 through May 18
- Written comments were accepted online through the end of the business day on Wednesday, May 18, 2022
- Oral comments were accepted at the public hearing held online via Zoom on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
Rules adopted
DES received no comments in writing or at the public hearing held on May 10. No changes were made to the proposed rule and DES adopted the rules as proposed.
Learn more
Rulemaking Docket and the Concise Explanatory Statement
- Adoption Notice
- Adopted rules filed with the Office of the Code Reviser
- CR-103 Permanent Rulefiled as WSR 22-18-001
- Read the official transcripts of the public hearingheld on May 10, 2022
- Watch the online public hearing held on May 10, 2022
- Proposed rules for public comment
- CR-102 Proposed Rule Making filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-08-100
- Invitation to participate in discussions
- Preliminary rule draft for discussion (w/ track changes)
- Chapter 200-110 WAC Local Government Self-Insurance Health and Welfare Program Requirements
- House Bill 2242 Funding fully the state's program of basic education by providing equitable education opportunities through reform of state and local education contributions.
- Senate Bill 6241 Concerning the January 1, 2020, implementation of the school employees' benefits board program.
- CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-04-006
Timeline
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Date | Activity |
9/25/2022 | Rules become effective |
8/24/2022 | Rules adopted and filed with the Office of the Code Reviser as WSR 22-18-001 |
5/18, 2022 | No oral or written comments were received. The Official Rulemaking File is being prepared for the Director's review in advance of adoption and filing of the CR-103 Permanent Rule Making Order. |
5/18, 2022 | Written comments accepted online through the end of the business day on May 18, 2022 |
5/10/2022 | The Official Public Hearing will be held online via Zoom on May 10, 2020, from 2 to 4 p.m. for anyone interested in providing oral comment on the proposed rule |
4/20/2022 | The Office of the Code Reviser publishes the CR-102 Notice of Proposed Rule Making and the proposed rule in Issue 22-08 of the Washington State Register. See 22-08-100 |
4/05/2022 | The CR-102 Notice of Proposed Rule Making and the proposed rule filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. Comments accepted online through the end of the business day on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. |
3/18/2022 | Stakeholder participation work completed |
2/08/2022 | CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry published in Issue 22-04 of the Washington State Register. See 22-04-006 |
1/31/2022 | Subject of rulemaking placed on agency Jan-June 2022 Agency Rulemaking Agenda |
1/20/2022 | Start of rulemaking – CR-101 Preproposal Statement of Inquiry WSR 22-04-006 filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. |
Print Reporting
Enterprise Services has completed expedited rulemaking in order to to remove the annual print management strategy reporting requirement on state agencies, boards and commissions, and higher education institutions.
Learn more
- Rulemaking Docket
- WSR 21-22-031 Rule-Making Order Permanent
- Final rule
- WSR 21-17-011 Notice of Expedited Rulemaking
- Proposed rules
Opportunity to object
Under limited criteria, an agency is allowed by state law to conduct rulemaking using a streamlined rulemaking process known as expedited rulemaking. While expedited rulemaking does not provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the proposed rules, the process does provide an opportunity for anyone to object to the proposed rule. If an objection is filed and not withdrawn, the rulemaking is started over using the regular rulemaking process.
No objections were filed with DES during the 45-day objection period. Because no objections were filed, DES adopted the proposed change. This change becomes effective on November 29, 2021.
Contact Jack Zeigler at jack.zeigler@des.wa.gov if you have questions about filing an objection.
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Date |
Activity |
11/29/2021 | Rule changes become effective |
11/03/2021 | Rules published in Issue 21-21 of the Washington State Register. See WSR 21-22-031. |
10/25/2021 | Rule changes adopted |
10/18/2021 | Objection period concludes. No objections received. |
9/01/2021 | CR-105 Notice of Expedited Rule Making published in the Washington State Register. See WSR 21-17-011. |
8/05/2021 |
Start of rulemaking – CR-105 Expedited Rule Making – filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. |
7/30/2021 |
Subject of rulemaking placed on agency rulemaking agenda |
Public Records Update
Enterprise Services has completed expedited rulemaking in order to update administrative and descriptive information about the agency. In addition, this rulemaking clarified rules governing fees charged for public records. These change did not change the effect of the rules in place prior to this rulemaking.
Learn more
- WSR 21-09-043 CR-103 Rule Making Order Permanent
- Final rule
- WSR 20-20-124 CR-105 Notice of Expedited Rulemaking
- Draft rule
- Rulemaking Docket
Opportunity to object period concluded
The opportunity to object has concluded. No objections were received and the proposed rules were adopted without change.
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Date | Activity |
5/5/2021 | Rules published in Issue 20-09 of the Washington State Register and effective |
4/14/2021 | Rules adopted |
12/14/2020 | Rule adoption review starts |
12/07/2020 | Objection period concludes. No objections were received |
10/06/2020 | Start of rulemaking – Expedited Rule Making – filed with the Office of the Code |
07/29/2020 | Subject of rulemaking placed on agency rulemaking agenda |
Enforceable restrictions on vehicles parking on the Capitol Campus
Enterprise Services addressed overnight and extended parking issues on Deschutes Parkway. These issues raised concerns about public health, safety and the environment.
The agency filed a formal notice (CR 101) on November 6, 2019 to conduct rulemaking to make sure traffic and parking regulations on the Capitol Campus are enforceable and clear. DES committed to a robust process that includes stakeholder input and to finding a solution that is sustainable, defensible and fair. Rulemaking concluded with adoption of proposed rules on February 19, 2021. The updated traffic and parking regulations clarify the Director's authority to enforce parking restrictions, clarify related parking regulations, and support related aspects of chapter 200-210 Use of the Public Areas of the Capitol Buildings and Grounds.
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Rulemaking Docket and the Concise Explanatory Statement
- Adopted rules filed with the Office of the Code Reviser
- CR-103 filed as WSR 214-06-017
- Read comments received by email
- Read comments received online
- Read the official transcripts of the January 5, 2021 public hearing
- Watch the online public hearing held on January 5, 2021
- Proposed rule filed with the Office of the Code Reviser
- CR-102 filed as WSR 20-24-132
- Overnight and extended parking on Deschutes Parkway
- Enterprise Services begins rulemaking
- Agency actions related to Deschutes Parkway
- Rulemaking notice
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Date | Activity |
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04/01/2021 | Rules effective. Implementation preparation activities start. |
02/19/2021 | Rules adopted and filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. |
1/11/2021 | The intended adoption date has been extended to allow adequate time to review and consider all written and oral comments. |
01/08/2021 | Comments accepted online through the end of the business day on Friday, January 8, 2021 |
01/05/2021 | The Official Public Hearing to be held online via Zoom on January 5, 2020, from 4 to 6 p.m. for anyone interested in providing oral comments. |
12/16/2020 | WSR 20-24-132 and the proposed rule to be published in the Washington State Register issue 20-24. |
12/02/2020 | Start of the official comment period - CR-102 Notice of Proposed Rule Making and the proposed rule filed with the Office of the Code Reviser. Comments accepted online through the end of the business day on Friday, January 8, 2021 |
11/15/2020 | Draft rule shared with interested participants in advance of filing as Proposed Rule (CR-102) with the Office of the Code Reviser. |
11/06/2019 | Start of rulemaking – Preproposal Statement of Inquiry – WSR 19-22-094 filed with the Office of the Code Reviser |
11/06/2019 | Added to agency rulemaking agenda |
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Contact us
Jack Ziegler
DES Policies & Rules Manager
Email rules@des.wa.gov