The State Board of Health (Board) has the authority under RCW 43.20 to adopt rules regarding local board of health membership. On June 9, 2021, the Board filed a CR-101, Preproposal Statement of Inquiry, to establish chapter 246- 90 WAC, a new chapter, to implement recent legislation.
The Board welcomes your feedback on draft rule language for chapter 246-90, Local Board of Health Membership, a new chapter of rules. Please email us your comments by Friday, November 19, 2021.
During the 2021 legislative session, the legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1152 (E2SHB 1152), Supporting measures to create comprehensive public health districts. Among other changes, this bill expands local board of health membership to include an equal number of elected and non-elected persons.
E2SHB 1152 directs the Board to adopt rules regarding the appointment process for non-elected members of local boards of health. The selection process must be fair and unbiased and ensure membership of local boards of health include balanced representation of elected officials and non-elected persons with a diversity of expertise and lived experience.
To participate in and receive information about this rule project, add your name to the rule's interested parties list. You will receive notices about future public comment periods and rule updates. If you would like information about future Board meetings, please subscribe to the Board's general distribution list. Visit the rule web page for more information.
