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 22VAC40-771, Adult Services Approved Providers. The purpose of the proposed action is to provide a general review of this regulation, which sets forth standards for adult services providers who are approved by the local department of social services. This proposed regulatory action will also amend the regulation to (i) clarify regulation content that may be unclear, inconsistent, or outdated; and (ii) utilize person-centered language throughout the regulation.

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 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: February 1, 2012.

Agency Contact: Paige McCleary, Department of Social Services, Division of Family Services, 801 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 726-7536, FAX (804) 726-7895, TTY (800) 828-1120, or email paige.mccleary@dss.virginia.gov.