Administrative Rulemaking

Information on PLIA’s proposed rulemaking can be found on the Rules Agenda. This agenda provides status of each rulemaking proposal and includes links to anything published with the Office of the Code Reviser.

Current Rulemaking.

• CR-102 filed: Chapter 374-45 WAC, Reporting and Initial Investigations: PLIA proposed rules setting forth the requirements and processes for heating oil tank owners and operators when conducting an initial investigation.
• CR-101 filed: Chapter 374-70 WAC, Heating Oil Pollution Liability Insurance Program: PLIA proposes rule updates to reflect statutory changes and to update how the agency administers the program.
• CR-101 filed: Chapter 374-80 WAC, Advice and Technical Assistance Program: PLIA proposes rule updates to better reflect how the program is administered.
• Chapter 374-90 WAC, Petroleum UST Revolving Loan and Grant Program: PLIA proposes program rules to reflect the administration of the program.
  • Requires a Small Business Economic Impact Statement.
  • Until rulemaking is finalized, a Guidance Document for Petroleum and Heating Oil programs are available.

Public Comment Sessions.

PLIA encourage public participation in our rulemaking efforts. Our rulemaking hearings, or public comment sessions, are intended to elicit comments, feedback, and questions about the proposed rule. All comments must be made in the presence and hearing of other attendees. Written or electronic submissions are also acceptable. PLIA will record all comments and provide written responses which will be posted on our website before final rule adoption. RCW 34.05.325.

Contact PLIA Rulemaking.

Email to rules@plia.wa.gov.

Mail to: PLIA Rules Coordinator, P.O. Box 40930, Olympia, WA 98504-0930.

For assistance you may also call us at 360-407-0515 or TTY: 711 or 800-833-6388.