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Public hearing on proposed changes to fees
September 28, 2026
The Department of Licensing (DOL) invites you to participate in a public hearing on proposed changes to the rules regulating court reporters. The proposed changes to WAC 308-14-200 will clarify application fees and increase license fees. Additional information about the rule changes can be found on our current rulemaking activity page. Please see the table below for details.
Fee change summary
| Fee description | Current fee amount | New fee amount |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 | $25 |
| License fee | $165 | $181 |
| Renewal fee | $138 | $173 |
| Verification fee | $25 | $31 |
Public hearing information
The public hearing will be held in person at the Highways and Licensing Building and virtually via Zoom.
Date: October 27, 2026
Time: 2 p.m.
Join the hearing via Zoom
Meeting ID: 826 1484 8796
Passcode: 886789
One tap mobile: +12532050468,,82614848796#,,,,*886789# (US) or +12532158782,,82614848796#,,,,*886789# (US, Tacoma)
Join by SIP: 82614848796@zoomcrc.com
If you have trouble accessing the virtual meeting, call us at 360-902-3486 to request help. If you'd like to request an interpreter or other accommodations, you can email us at rulescoordinator@dol.wa.gov. Please be sure to do this at least 1 week before the public hearing.
If you attend virtually and have technical difficulties, you'll need to use the call-in option. The in-person attendance will take place at the Highways and Licensing Building, located at:
1125 Washington Street SE
Olympia, WA 98501
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Upcoming fee increase
July 2, 2026
The Department of Licensing (DOL) is required to regularly review revenues and expenditure for services offered and establish fees at levels sufficient to cover the costs of providing and administering those services. This annual review has been completed, and it has been determined that fee adjustments are necessary to maintain the long-term financial stability of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) service. Fee increases will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Service fees support a variety of department functions, including processing requests, maintaining records, providing customer service, supporting information technology systems, and carrying out other necessary administrative responsibilities.
DOL will begin the formal rulemaking process related to fee adjustments on July 1, 2026. Information about the revised fee schedule will be provided before January 1, 2027.
If you have questions or would like to share any concerns, please email dolbpdoutreach@dol.wa.gov.
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