Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board for Professional Soil Scientists and Wetland Professionals intends to consider amending 18VAC145-20, Professional Soil Scientists Regulations. The purpose of the proposed action is to transition the soil scientist regulation program from certification to licensure pursuant to Chapters 777 and 859 of the 2011 Acts of Assembly. Additional changes to regulations will be made as necessary.

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

Statutory Authority: §§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-2211 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: November 9, 2011.

Agency Contact: Kathleen R. Nosbisch, Executive Director, Board for Professional Soil Scientists and Wetland Professionals, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-8514, FAX (804) 527-4294, or email soilscientist@dpor.virginia.gov.