Comment on the preproposal notice

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Purpose of the proposal and its anticipated effects, including any changes in existing rules:  The department is seeking to update hunting rules to improve their enforceability and to ensure that they are better understood by the public.

Reasons supporting proposal:  The department is seeking certain amendments to rules to improve their enforceability. By implementing these rule changes, the department will improve the clarity and understanding of these regulations to gain greater public compliance with the hunting laws. Improved compliance will ultimately yield better outcomes for preserving wildlife resources and improved public safety.

 

 

 

Please submit your comments for the proposed changes to WAC 220-400:

Please submit your comment for proposed changes to WAC chapter 220-412:

Please submit your comment for proposed changes to WAC chapter 220-413:

Please submit your comment for proposed changes to WAC chapter 220-414:

Please submit your comment for proposed changes to WAC chapter 220-415:

Please submit your comment for proposed changes to WAC chapter 220-417:

Project Timeline

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CR-101 Preproposal Comments

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CR-102 Rule Proposal Comment Period

Comments will be received from June 17, 2026 to July 27, 2026 at 11:59pm.

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CR-103 Permanent Rule Filing

Please note:  All comments received by WDFW are part of the public record and will be available for public viewing - so please do not include private information in the text of your comments. Comments are subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56.