Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board for Branch Pilots intends to consider amending 18VAC45-20, Board for Branch Pilots Regulations. The purpose of the proposed action is to clarify that (i) the board has the authority to deny an initial or renewal license if the applicant performs or attempts to perform any of the applicant's duties while under the influence of marijuana and (ii) the medical review officer shall report when any presence of marijuana is found in addition to the presence of drug or alcohol that may impair the safe discharge for the branch pilot's duties.

The agency intends to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: § 54.1-902 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: November 9, 2022.

Agency Contact: Kathleen R. Nosbisch, Executive Director, Board for Branch Pilots, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-8514, FAX (804) 527-4294, or email branchpilots@dpor.virginia.gov.