TITLE 22. SOCIAL SERVICES

STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Notice of Intended Regulatory Action

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the State Board of Social Services intends to consider amending 22VAC40-80, General Procedures and Information for Licensure. The purpose of the proposed action is to clarify language and existing requirements, improve definitions, make technical edits for ease of understanding, reduce burdensome requirements, and any other changes deemed necessary after public comment and review. The regulation provides licensure information and procedures that apply to all adult care facilities and child welfare agencies and allows applicants, licensees, and the public to locate information and requirements regarding the licensing process, allowable variances, problem solving conferences, complaint investigations, sanctions, and hearing procedures for adult care facilities and child welfare agencies.

The agency does not intend to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: §§ 63.2-217, 63.2-1732, 63.2-1733, and 63.2-1734 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: May 7, 2025.

Agency Contact: Samantha Fogt, Licensing Consultant, Department of Social Services, 5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060, telephone (804) 845-0308, or email samantha.fogt@dss.virginia.gov.