TITLE 12. HEALTH
STATE BOARD OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Agency Notice
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the following regulations are undergoing a periodic review and small business impact review: 12VAC35-12, Public Participation Guidelines; 12VAC35-210, Regulations to Govern Temporary Leave from State Facilities; and 12VAC35-240, Eugenics Sterilization Compensation Program. The review of these regulations will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 19 (2022). The purpose of a periodic review is to determine whether these regulations should be repealed, amended, or retained in their current forms. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to these regulations, including whether each 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.
Public comment period begins January 13, 2025, and ends February 13, 2025.
Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) in order to receive a response to the comment from the agency.
Following the close of the public comment period, a report of both reviews will be posted on the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall and published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.
Contact Information: Susan Puglisi, Regulatory Research Specialist, Office of Regulatory Affairs, Department of Behavioral Health And Developmental Services, 1220 Bank Street, Room 411, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 385-6549, FAX (804) 371-4609, TDD (804) 371-8977, or email susan.puglisi@dbhds.virginia.gov.
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TITLE 22. SOCIAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT FOR AGING AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
Agency Notice
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the following regulation is undergoing a periodic review and small business impact review: 22VAC30-11, Public Participation Guidelines. The review of this regulation will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 19 (2022). The purpose of a periodic review is to determine whether the regulation should be repealed, amended, or retained in its current form.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.
Public comment period begins January 13, 2025, and ends February 3, 2025.
Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) in order to receive a response to the comment from the agency.
Following the close of the public comment period, a report of both reviews will be posted on the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall and published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.
Contact Information: Charlotte Arbogast, Senior Policy Analyst and Regulatory Coordinator, Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, 8004 Franklin Farms Drive, Richmond, VA 23229, telephone (804) 662-7093, FAX (804) 662-7663, or email charlotte.arbogast@dars.virginia.gov.
STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Report of Findings
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the State Board of Social Services conducted a periodic review and a small business impact review of 22VAC40-100, Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Caring Institutions, and determined that this regulation should be amended. The board is publishing its report of findings dated December 11, 2024, to support this decision.
The regulation provides the requirements for the protection of health, safety, and welfare of children and youth receiving services from child welfare agencies. The regulation is clearly written and easy to understand.
The department recommends amending the regulation for technical and clarification purposes and to reduce regulatory requirements pursuant to Executive Order 19 (2022). This regulation is necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of children placed in child caring institutions. Comments received reflect that this regulation should be retained. The regulation does not duplicate or conflict with federal or state law. The regulation was last reviewed in 2016, and there are no changes in technology, economic conditions, or other factors that affect the regulation. The amendments will have minimal to no impact on small businesses.
Contact Information: Alisa Foley, Department of Social Services, 801 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 726-7138, or email a.foley@dss.virginia.gov.