Rules and regulations have force of law.

RCW 69.28.025
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Any rules or regulations promulgated and published by the director under the provisions of this chapter shall have the force and effect of law. Any rules or regulations promulgated and published by the director under the provisions of this chapter shall have the force and effect of law.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=69.28&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026

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