The Washington State Patrol has adopted Part 396 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), as it exists on April 25, 2025.
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission prescribes rules and regulations for household goods carriers, solid waste collection companies, and common carrier brokers in the state of Washington. The agency has adopted Part 396 of the FMCSRs, as in effect on December 31, 2024.
Part 396 applies to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating or gross weight or gross combination weight of 10,001 or more pounds and vehicles transporting hazardous materials requiring placards.