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Sept. 5, 2025

Rulemaking Notice: Clarifying PWB Broadband Emergency Program rules

Rules come into effect Oct. 4

The Washington State Public Works Board (PWB) has filed (CR-103) [ [link removed] ] and adopted final rules [ [link removed] ] to clarify program requirements and define key terms for the broadband emergency funding program.

The final rules update WAC 399-80-010 [ [link removed] ] and clarify the definitions of “natural disaster,” “unforeseen event” and “damage.” This clarity will support of public, private and nonprofit broadband providers that experience a qualifying emergency event and potential requests for PWB emergency broadband funding.

PWB initiated rulemaking in February 2025 and the rules will come into effect on October 4.

*Relevant documents*


* CR-101 (PDF) [ [link removed] ]
* CR-102 (PDF) [ [link removed] ]
* CR-103 (PDF) [ [link removed] ]
* Concise Explanatory Statement and response to comments (PDF) [ [link removed] ]
* Revisions to Chapter 399-80 (PDF) [ [link removed] ]







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