TITLE 12. HEALTH
STATE BOARD OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Report of Findings
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services conducted a periodic review and a small business impact review of 12VAC35-12, Public Participation Guidelines, and determined that this regulation should be retained as is. The board is publishing its report of findings dated June 25, 2025, to support this decision.
This regulation is required by § 2.2-4007.02 of the Code of Virginia and is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare because it sets forth a structure for the agency to actively seek input for proposed regulations from interested parties, stakeholders, citizens, and members of the General Assembly. Regulations function best when citizen input is gained and balanced with state and federal requirements, which should be kept to a minimum while continuing to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of citizens.
There are no necessary changes at this time. The regulation is needed to comply with § 2.2-4007.02 of the Code of Virginia. No comments were received concerning the regulation. The regulation is straightforward and minimal while meeting requirements for notification to the public. The regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation. It has been four years since the regulation was evaluated and no technology, economic conditions, or other factors have changed in the area affected by the regulation.
The agency's decision will minimize the economic impact of regulations on small businesses, as the requirements on the agency will help to keep regulants informed of proposed changes to regulations and how to comment on those changes in a timely manner.
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.
Report of Findings
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services conducted a periodic review and a small business impact review of 12VAC35-210, Regulations to Govern Temporary Leave from State Facilities, and determined that this regulation should be retained as is. The board is publishing its report of findings dated June 25, 2025, to support this decision.
This regulation is necessary to carry out the requirements of § 37.2-837 of the Code of Virginia and is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare because it sets forth the general process and requirements related to temporary leave from state facilities. The regulation establishes the conditions for granting leave and includes provisions to ensure accountability and appropriate care for persons who are on leave status.
There are no necessary changes at this time. The regulation is needed to carry out the requirements of § 37.2-837 of the Code of Virginia. No comments were received concerning the regulation. The regulation is straightforward and minimal while establishing requirements for leave from state facilities. The regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation. It has been four years since the regulation was reviewed and no technology, economic conditions, or other factors have changed in the area affected by the regulation. The agency’s decision will have no economic impact on small businesses.
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.
Report of Findings
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services conducted a periodic review and a small business impact review of 12VAC35-240, Eugenics Sterilization Compensation Program, and determined that this regulation should be retained as is. The board is publishing its report of findings dated June 25, 2025, to support this decision.
This regulation is necessary to carry out the requirements mandated by Item 295 R 1-2 of the 2025 Appropriations Act. The regulation is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare because it provides for the compensation of individuals who were victims of forced sterilization pursuant to the Virginia Eugenical Sterilization Act (Chapter 394 of the 1924 Acts of Assembly). This regulation clearly articulates administrative guidelines for filing appropriate documentation and verification of any claim of individuals who were victims.
The regulation will be retained as is. No comments were received concerning the regulation. The regulation is straightforward and minimal while meeting requirements for filing and verifying applications for compensation. The regulation does not overlap, duplicate, or conflict with federal or state law or regulation. It has been four years since the regulation was reviewed and no technology, economic conditions, or other factors have changed in the area affected by the regulation. The agency’s decision will have no economic impact on small businesses.
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 16. LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
SAFETY AND HEALTH CODES BOARD
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 a small business impact review: 16VAC25-11, Public Participation Guidelines and 16VAC25-180, Virginia Field Sanitation Standard, Agriculture. The reviews will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 19 (2022). The purpose of these reviews is to determine whether the regulations should be repealed, amended, or retained in their current forms. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to the 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 July 28, 2025, and ends August 18, 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: Cristin Bernhardt, Regulatory Coordinator, Hearing Legal Services Office, Department of Labor and Industry, 6606 West Broad Street, Suite 500, Richmond, VA 23230, telephone (804) 786-2392, fax (804) 786-8414, or email cristin.bernhardt@doli.virginia.gov.
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TITLE 18. PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING
BOARD OF AUDIOLOGY AND SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
Report of Findings
Pursuant to §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology conducted a periodic review and a small business impact review of 18VAC30-11, Public Participation Guidelines, and determined that this regulation should be retained as is. The board is publishing its report of findings dated July 8, 2025, to support this decision.
This regulation is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare because it sets forth procedures for participation of the public in the development of board regulations. Additionally, the regulation is required by statute, and the board has no discretion whether to maintain the regulation. The board has reviewed this regulation and determined that it is clearly written and understandable. The board has decided to retain this regulation as is without making changes. Public participation chapters are required to be reviewed every four years, but the regulation will not change unless new model regulations are adopted by the Department of Planning and Budget. Since there are no new model regulations to adopt, no changes need to be made.
Contact Information: Leslie L. Knachel, Executive Director, Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300, Henrico, VA 23233, telephone (804) 597-4130, fax (804) 527-4471, or email audbd@dhp.virginia.gov.