WSR 98-07-036
PREPROPOSAL STATEMENT OF INQUIRY
DEPARTMENT OF
SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES
(Economic Services Administration)
[Filed March 12, 1998, 1:46 p.m.]
Subject of Possible Rule Making: Chapter 388-275 WAC, Supplemental security income (SSI) and related rules
Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 74.08.090, 74.04.620
Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Clear rules are needed to describe which clients can receive state-funded public assistance as unemployable adults. We are reviewing current rules and will make revisions to include all needed materials and conform to regulatory reform criteria
Other Federal and State Agencies that Regulate this Subject and the Process Coordinating the Rule with These Agencies: Social Security Administration (SSA) copies for comment will be provided to staff contacts. All comments will be considered
Process for Developing New Rule: Reviewing current rules according to clear writing guidelines and appropriate audiences. Copies will be provided to coordinating agencies and interested persons. All comments will be considered. The Economic Services Administration Regulatory Improvement Team (RIT) will also review these rules before adoption
Interested parties can participate in the decision to adopt the new rule and formulation of the proposed rule before publication by contacting Barbara Hargrave, Program Manager, using any means of communication. Meetings will be arranged, if needed.
If you would like to participate in the review, contact Barbara Hargrave, Program Manager, Adult Programs and Support Services Section, Division of Assistance Programs, P.O. Box 45470, Olympia, WA 98504-5470, phone (360) 413-3104, FAX (360) 413-3104, e-mail HARGRABE@dshs.wa.gov
March 11, 1998
Edith M. Rice, Chief
Office of Legal Affairs