1. (1) The department will determine the individual's eligibility based on requirements outlined in RCW 50B.04.180.
2. (2) Wages earned and hours worked when the individual had an approved exemption do not count toward meeting the requirements to elect out-of-state participation.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 50B.04.020, 50B.04.050, 50B.04.090, and 50B.04.180. WSR 26-12-058, s 192-916-010, filed 6/1/26, effective 7/1/26.]