Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Motor Vehicle Dealer Board intends to consider amending 24VAC22-30, Motor Vehicle Dealer Advertising Practices and Enforcement Regulations. The purpose of the proposed action is to actively involve stakeholders in a comprehensive review of these regulations with the goal of reforming them to better fit the current advertising environment. The review should result in fewer and less burdensome regulations.

In addition, this regulation will undergo a periodic review pursuant to Executive Order 14 (2010) and small business impact review pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia to determine whether this regulation should be terminated, amended, or retained in its current form. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to this regulation, including whether the regulation (i) is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions; (ii) minimizes the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) is clearly written and easily understandable.

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

Statutory Authority: § 46.2-1581 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: April 15, 2013.

Agency Contact: Bruce Gould, Executive Director, Motor Vehicle Dealer Board, 2201 West Broad Street, Suite 104, Richmond, VA 23220, telephone (804) 367-1100, FAX (804) 367-1053, or email bruce.gould@mvdb.virginia.gov.