Regulations

Dec 5, 2024

New Pediatric Sedation Endorsement Requirements for Washington State Dentists – Application Available Now

Beginning January 1, 2025, Washington State dentists administering moderate sedation with enteral or parenteral agents to children will be required to obtain a Pediatric Sedation Endorsement. The application is now available from the Department of Health.

Oct 1, 2024

WDC Business Meeting - October 11

The Washington Dental Commission (WDC) — formerly known as the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) — will hold its next business meeting in hybrid format on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00 AM.

Sep 26, 2024

Rulemaking for Prescription Label Requirements

The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) will hold a public hearing on Friday, October 4 at 9:00 AM for rulemaking on the accessibility of prescription information for visually impaired individuals as well as individuals with limited English proficiency.

Sep 25, 2024

Voluntary PPE Rule Updates

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) has filed a permanent rule making order (CR-103) that extends the allowance of voluntary personal protective equipment (PPE) use beyond public health emergencies.

Jun 3, 2024

DQAC Dental Therapy Committee Meeting - June 11

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Dental Therapy Committee will meet on Tuesday, June 11 at 12:00 PM.

May 31, 2024

DQAC Education Outreach Committee Meeting - June 6

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Education Outreach Committee will meet on Thursday, June 6 at 12:00 PM.

May 23, 2024

Upcoming L&I Webinars: Learn About Key Employment Laws

Employers can learn about the state’s employment laws during a series of webinars offered by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.

May 23, 2024

L&I Expedited Proposal (CR-105) – Paid Sick Leave

The purpose of this proposal is to amend rules for accordance with recently passed legislation, Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5793 (ESSB 5793) and Senate Bill 5979 (SB 5979).

May 22, 2024

DQAC Board of Denturists Rulemaking Notice

The Board of Denturists is considering updates to reduce licensure barriers for denturists and plans to address jurisprudence examination requirements.

May 16, 2024

2024 Legislative Session Summary

Washington state’s 60-day legislative session adjourned on Thursday March 7, 2024. WSDA advocated in support of as well as in opposition to several bills this session concerning dental-related issues, workforce, insurance, small business issues, employer/employee matters, and much more.

Apr 30, 2024

ADA: Seventh State Approves Legislation Establishing Dental Compact

The new Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact will increase access to care for patients by creating reciprocity, reducing red tape for licensed providers.

Apr 28, 2024

Waiver of CE Requirements for Returning from Expired to Active Status

The Governor has waived continuing education and training requirements to return from expired to active licensing status through April 25.

Apr 17, 2024

Dental School Faculty Member Licenses Rule Update

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) filed a rule-making order which will go into effect on Monday, April 29, 2024, amending WAC 246-817-150 Licenses—Persons licensed or qualified out-of state who are faculty at school of dentistry.

Mar 11, 2024

DQAC Temporary Practice Permit-Military Spouse Rule Making Notice

The Department of Health has filed an expedited rule making form CR-105 which proposes amendments to WAC 246-12-051 "How to obtain a temporary practice permit- Military spouse".

Feb 15, 2024

New L&I Interpreter Services Contract will Replace interpretingWorks with SOSi

WSDA encourages members who utilize L&I's interpretation services to stay informed on these upcoming changes and participate in the preparatory sessions offered.

Feb 9, 2024

ADA: Corporate Transparency Act Requires Most Dental Practices to Report Information About Their Ownership

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network began accepting beneficial ownership information reports on January 1, and all existing dental practices and companies that meet the requirements have one year to file before facing penalties.

Feb 5, 2024

WSDA President Dr. Nathan Russell: Provider Compensation Legislation and Dental Action Day

“WSDA will continue to strongly advocate for HB 1655. We are working with multiple legislators to get dental amended back into the legislation as the process continues.”

Jan 30, 2024

ADA: 2023 Brings Many Advocacy Wins

The ADA earned a plethora of legislative and advocacy wins in 2023, from various health care bills that address the growing dental workforce shortage and dental insurance reform to advancing a compact that would allow dental practitioners to practice in states where they are not licensed.

Jan 2, 2024

Recent and Upcoming Regulations

Learn about new and upcoming requirements, including changes to dental anesthesia, updates on dental radiation tube and facility fees, health equity continuing education requirements, and changes to dental school faculty licensure.

Dec 22, 2023

New Anesthesia Rules Effective January 11, 2024

For over three years, the Dental Quality Assurance Commission has been working to update our state’s dental anesthesia rules. The rules have now been finalized and will be effective as of January 11, 2024.