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List of rulemaking activity
Vehicle reports of sale
- Vehicle and boat registration
- All business and professional licensing
- Vehicle and boat dealers
Completed
Current rule(s)
Vehicle seller's report of sale (WAC 308-56A-525)
Summary
We're proposing to allow vehicle dealers to file reports of sale on behalf of customers who sell, trade in, or otherwise transfer ownership to the dealer.
Current step
January 3, 2024
Rule change adopted
Public hearing or comments
A public hearing was held on December 27, 2023.
- Public hearing audio (MP3, 4 minutes)
- Public hearing transcript
Vehicle dealer and manufacturer definitions
- All business and professional licensing
- Vehicle and boat dealers
- Vehicle manufacturers
Completed
Current rule(s)
Summary
We adopted rules to improve regulatory compliance for vehicle dealers and manufacturers. The new rules clarify definitions related to certain dealer and manufacturer activities.
Current step
December 20 2024
Rule change adopted
Public hearing or comments
We held a public hearing for this rulemaking activity on December 6, 2024.
- Public hearing audio (MP3, 45 minutes)
- Public hearing transcript
Recreational vehicle dealers and manufacturers
- All business and professional licensing
- Vehicle and boat dealers
- Vehicle manufacturers
Withdrawn
Current rule(s)
Summary
We considered creating new rules to fulfill the requirements of SHB 1996. This bill passed during the 2024 legislative session. The new rules would've covered the licensing, auditing, and regulatory oversight of recreational vehicle manufacturers and dealers.
Current step
May 22, 2024
Intent to create a new rule
Public hearing or comments
Deterring catalytic converter theft
- All business and professional licensing
- Vehicle and boat dealers
- Vehicle manufacturers
In progress
Current rule(s)
Motor vehicle dealers and manufacturers (Chapter 308-66 WAC)
Summary
We're proposing a new rule to clarify requirements for vehicle dealers when marking catalytic converters prior to sale.
Current step
October 2, 2024
Rule change proposed
Public hearing or comments
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