WAC 44-14-00002:

44-14-00001 << 44-14-00002 >> 44-14-00003

PDFWAC 44-14-00002

Format of model rules.

The model rules are published with comments. The comments have five-digit WAC numbers such as WAC 44-14-04001. The model rules themselves have three-digit WAC numbers such as WAC 44-14-040.

The comments are designed to explain the basis and rationale for the rules themselves as well as provide broader context and legal guidance. To do so, the comments contain many citations to statutes, cases, and formal attorney general opinions. Agencies are encouraged to consult them.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 42.56.570. WSR 18-06-051, § 44-14-00002, filed 3/2/18, effective 4/2/18. Statutory Authority: 2005 c 483 § 4, RCW 42.17.348. WSR 06-04-079, § 44-14-00002, filed 1/31/06, effective 3/3/06.]