(1) Each applicant, individual or business entity licensee, insurance education provider, and insurer must provide the commissioner with a valid email address. The following do not need to comply with the provisions of RCW 48.17.450(3) and 48.15.103(3) (affirmative consent and require a response):

(a) Email communication sent to an applicant before the issuance of license; or

(b) Auto-generated email communication regarding license applications or license renewal processes.

(2) Each applicant, individual or business entity licensee, insurance education provider, and insurer must notify the commissioner of any change to their email address within 30 days after the change.

(3) This section applies to an insurer when appointing, terminating, or renewing the appointment of a licensee.