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WatchWashington Department of LicensingWAOct 30, 2026

Washington proposed collection-agency rule changes

Washington announced proposed amendments to collection-agency rules, including clarification of application fees and potential license fee increases.

Washington announced proposed amendments to collection-agency rules, including clarification of application fees and potential license fee increases.

What changed

Updated fee structures for licensing and applications are proposed to ensure better compliance and oversight.

Compliance perspective

Collection agencies in Washington need to prepare for potential fee increases and adhere to the revised rules once enacted.

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