The Washington State Human Rights Commission (HRC) is not currently engaged in rule making.

In December 2015 the HRC completed rule making in the areas of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Below are the rules and frequently asked questions, as well as the concise explanitory statement about the final rules.

• Washington State Implements New Rules for Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
• 2015 Rules Related to Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity WAC 162-12
• 2015 Rules Related to Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity WAC 162-16
• 2015 Rules Related to Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity WAC 162-32
• 2015 Rules Related to Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity WAC 162-36
• Q & A Regarding Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Rules WAC 162
• Concise Explanatory Statement