WSR 24-15-122
AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
[Filed July 23, 2024, 9:20 a.m.]
In accordance with RCW 34.05.314, the state parks and recreation commission (commission) submits its semi-annual agenda for rules under development for publishing in the Washington State Register.
The commission is conducting a thorough review and may have additional rules as conditions arise. Rule changes filed from July 1st to December 31, 2024, are located on the commission's website at Commission Rule Making | Washington State Parks.
Any questions related to the specific rules identified in the agenda can be directed to the program manager or Valeria Veasley, Rules Coordinator, at 1111 Israel Road, Olympia, WA 98504-2560, 360-902-8597 or valeria.veasley@parks.wa.gov.
Semi-Annual Rule-Making Agenda
WAC Citation
Reason and/or Expected Outcome
Contact
Status of Rule Making
Anticipated Date of Adoption
Comments
Chapter 352-60 WAC, Recreational vessel equipment and operation
Establishing new rules under this chapter to incorporate new federal regulations related to mechanically propelled personal hydrofoils, mechanically propelled surfboards, and engine cut-off switches.
Rob Sendak
Boating Law Administrator
rob.sendak@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8836
Filed CR-101
WSR 23-03-002
TBD
In process at recreational boating program.
Chapter 352-60 WAC, Definitions and fire extinguisher required sections
Clarifying definitions and ensuring state statute is consistent with current federal regulations under C.F.R.
Rob Sendak
Boating Law Administrator
rob.sendak@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8836
Filed CR-101
WSR 23-03-002
TBD
In process at recreational boating program.
Chapter 352-78 WAC, Boating safety education program
Agency study and alignment with 2023 legislative session statutory changes.
Rob Sendak
Boating Law Administrator
rob.sendak@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8836
Filed CR-101
WSR 23-03-002
TBD
Amendments may not be required.
WAC 352-32-010 Definitions
Clarify the definition of residence that aligns with the proposed camping rule WAC 352-32-030
Emily Weathers
Program Specialist
emily.weathers@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8848
Filed CR-103
WSR 24-15-092
July 18, 2024
Rule becomes effective August 19, 2024.
WAC 352-32-030 Camping
Eliminate the extended off-season length of stay.
Emily Weathers
Program Specialist
emily.weathers@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8848
Filed CR-103
WSR 24-15-092
July 18, 2024
Rule becomes effective August 19, 2024.
WAC 352-78-020 and 352-78-090,
recreational boating program.
What do the words and phrases in this chapter mean? How do I get a replacement for my commission-issued boater education card?
Changes to definitions and aligns boater education program requirements that affect rental operators and liveries.
Derek VanDyke
Program Specialist
derek.vandyke@parks.wa.gov
360-902-8842
Filed CR-101
WSR 23-03-056
TBD
In process at recreational boating program.
WAC 352-44-010 Recreational conveyances—Definitions
Change of verbiage:
(2) "Director" shall mean the director of the Washington state parks and recreation commission or his their designee.
Nata Hurst
Program Specialist
Nata.hurst@parks.wa.gov
Initial need identified, no CR-101 filed yet.
TBD
In process within parks development division under deputy director portfolio.
WAC 352-44-020
Recreational conveyances—Certification
Removal of verbiage: Each conveyance for persons generally engaging in winter sports recreational activities, as described in RCW 79A.40.010, shall have a current seasonal certificate to operate on a form approved and provided by the commission.
Nata Hurst
Program Specialist
Nata.hurst@parks.wa.gov
Initial need identified, no CR-101 filed yet.
TBD
In process within parks development division under deputy director portfolio.
WAC 352-44-040 Recreational conveyances—Access to certificate
Change of verbiage:
The director or designee shall have access to the certificate at all times and the authority to revoke the certificate at any time that he they determines the conveyance is not safe for public use.
Nata Hurst
Program Specialist
Nata.hurst@parks.wa.gov
Initial need identified, no CR-101 filed yet.
TBD
In process within parks development division under deputy director portfolio.
WAC 352-44-120 Recreational conveyances—Violation constitutes a misdemeanor
Change of verbiage:
In accordance with the provisions of RCW 70.88.04079A.40.040 the violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punished as such.
Nata Hust
Program Specialist
Nata.hurst@parks.wa.gov
Initial need identified, no CR-101 filed yet.
TBD
In process within parks development division under deputy director portfolio.
WAC 352-37-310
Solicitation
Bring requirements for permitting commercial uses within the seashore conservation area into alignment with requirements in other park locations.
Matt Niles, Seashore Conservation Area Manager
Matt.Niles@parks.wa.gov
Under agency review. CR-101 not yet filed.
TBD
 
WAC 352-37-240
Fireworks
Amending rules regarding the use of fireworks within the seashore conservation area.
Matt Niles, Seashore Conservation Area Manager
Matt.Niles@parks.wa.gov
Under agency review. CR-101 not yet filed.
TBD
 
WAC 352-32-085 Technical rock climbing
Slacklining (aka highlining) is not addressed in this WAC, which means it is allowed. This seems, however, to be at odds with what the commission wants or expects at Horsethief Butte.
Andy Kallinen, ECG PR3
Andy.Kallinen@parks.wa.gov
Under agency review. CR-101 not yet filed.
TBD
 
WAC 352-74-030 Filming/still photography within state parks.
The commission needs to codify the penalty for not having a permit for filming, photo shoots, and special events, which will encourage an incentive to acquire a permit.
Jill Sprance-Carr, ECG AM
Jill.Sprance-Carr@parks.wa.gov
Under agency review. CR-101 not yet filed.
TBD
 
Valeria Veasley
Management Analyst