Chapter 16-54 WAC

The department is considering amendments to chapter 16-54 WAC that include:

• Clarifying that dogs imported into Washington state (unless exempt) must have a negative heartworm test prior to entry;
• Replacing the allowance for a “certificate similar to the Washington Equine Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and Movement Permit” with an Extended Equine Certificate of Veterinary Inspection;
• Adding a definition for “Extended Equine Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (EECVI)”;
• Deleting the definition for “Movement Permit”;
• Allowing horses from all states to utilize the EECVI to enter Washington state for shows, rides, or other events; 
• Adding requirement to submit Certificate of Veterinary Inspections to the Department within 7 days; and
• Revising language to increase clarity and readability.

The department will hold public hearing(s) to receive information and comments regarding the proposed amendments on:

Send written comments using one of the following:

Written submissions about the proposed rule may be inspected at:

Please contact Jodi Jones to discuss how you can participate in the decision to adopt the new rule and formulation of the proposed rule before publication.

By mail:
Jodi Jones, Acting Assistant Director
Animal Services Division
Washington State Dept. of Agriculture
PO Box 42577
Olympia, WA 98504-2577