(1) For the purpose of RCW 29B.15.010, "electronic filing system" means the specific PDC-provided application or functionality necessary to file a specific report and does not include software provided by third parties;
(2) For the purpose of RCW 29B.15.010, "inoperable" means the electronic filing system used by the filer is unable to prepare or receive the required report except as provided in subsection (3) of this section;
(3) The electronic filing system is not considered inoperable during regular maintenance periods lasting less than 30 minutes between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time or unscheduled events lasting less than 15 minutes in any 24-hour period;
(4) The PDC will provide notification for all periods of inoperability on its website and will provide an option for individuals to also be notified by electronic notification upon request.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17A.110 and 2024 c 164. WSR 26-01-209, s 390-19-045, filed 12/24/25, effective 1/1/26. Statutory Authority: RCW 42.17A.110(1) and 2018 c 304. WSR 18-24-074, § 390-19-045, filed 11/30/18, effective 12/31/18.]