The following driver-related Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) are currently under development:
Rule and status | Public hearings or comments |
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Hearing Procedural Rules (Chapter 308-101 WAC)We're creating a new chapter to define how we conduct reviews of CDL disqualifications, including:
Proposed rule documents |
Public hearing to be held October 31, 2023 If you are having difficulty joining the Zoom meeting at the time of the public hearing, please call 360-902-0131. An in-person option is available at the highways and licensing building located at: You can also submit your comments online. |
Hearing Procedural Rules (Chapter 308-101 WAC)We're withdrawing proposed rules to clarify business practices, procedures, and guidelines about:
Preproposal documents |
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Title 308 WAC: Department of LicensingWe're withdrawing proposed rules to create a new chapter in WAC 308 to define business rules, guidelines, and the process for conducting administrative reviews. Preproposal documents |
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Definitions (WAC 308-100-005)Preproposal documents |
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Definitions (Chapter 308-100 WAC)We are proposing to amend current definitions related to CDL holders to decrease regulatory barriers to obtaining a CDL, per a petition from the Washington Trucking Association. as well as implementation pursuant to HB 1058 passed during the 2023 legislative session. Preproposal documents |
See Preproposal Statement of Inquiry for information on submitting comments |
Motorcycle Permit and Endorsement Requirements (Chapter 308-109 WAC)Preproposal documents |
See Preproposal Statement of Inquiry for information on submitting comments |
Administration of the Financial Responsibility Act-Procedures (Chapter 308-102 WAC)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held January 25, 2023
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Hearing procedural rules (Chapter 308-101 WAC)Eligibility for hearing (WAC 308-101-040) Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held January 25, 2023
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Waiver of driver education requirement—When granted (WAC 308-104-050)Preproposal documents |
See Preproposal Statement of Inquiry for information on submitting comments |
Driver training schools (Chapter 308-108 WAC)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held October 25, 2022 |
Administration of examinations (WAC 308-110-030 and WAC 308-104-046)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held September 27, 2022
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Drivers' Licenses (Chapter 308-104 WAC)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held November 28, 2022
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Moving and nonmoving violations defined (WAC 308-104-160)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held November 22, 2022
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Renewal of driver's license or ID card (Chapter 308-104-019 WAC)Emergency rule documents |
No public hearing held. See Emergency Rule-Making Order for more information. |
Enhancing data stewardship and privacy protections for vehicle and driver data (Title 308 WAC: Licensing, Department of)Preproposal documents |
Stakeholder webinars held February 2, 2022 and February 3, 2022.
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Ignition interlock device revolving account (WAC 308-107-050)Adopted rule documents |
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Fleet registration (WAC 308-96A-161)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held December 7, 2021 |
Disability Designations and Medical Alert (Title 308 WAC: Licensing, Department of)Preproposal documents |
See Preproposal Statement of Inquiry for information about submitting comments. |
Renewal of driver's license or identicard by electronic commerce—Eligibility (WAC 308-104-019)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held March 9, 2021 |
Driver's licenses suspension, cancellation, or denial period for prohibited practices (WAC 308-104-075)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held December 22, 2020, 2016
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Application for driver's license or identicard (WAC 308-104-014)Adopted rule documents |
Public hearing held December 22, 2020
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Driver's license special provisions (WAC 308-100)Adopted rule documents |
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Drivers' Licenses (Chapter 308-104 WAC)Adopted rule documents |
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Explanation of abbreviations
- RCW—Revised Code of Washington (Washington State laws)
- WAC—Washington Administrative Code (Washington State agency regulations)
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Related information
- Driver license and ID card laws (RCW 46.20)
- Motor vehicle laws (RCW 46)
- Department of Licensing rules and regulations (WAC 308)