Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Criminal Justice Services Board intends to consider amending 6VAC20-30, Rules Relating to Compulsory In-Service Training Standards for Law-Enforcement Officers, Jailors or Custodial Officers, Courtroom Security Officers, Process Service Officers and Officers of the Department of Corrections, Division of Operations, and 6VAC20-70, Rules Relating to Compulsory Minimum Training Standards for Noncustodial Employees of the Department of Corrections. The purpose of the proposed action is to add a new in-service requirement for dispatchers who dispatch for law enforcement. The proposed regulatory action will include the in-service requirements for noncustodial employees of the Department of Corrections designated by the Director of the Department of Corrections to carry a firearm. The current in-service requirements, the process for obtaining partial in-service credit, and the use of multi-media in criminal justice training will be reviewed.

The agency does not intend to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: § 9.1-102 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: December 27, 2017.

Agency Contact: Barbara Peterson-Wilson, Law Enforcement Program Coordinator, Department of Criminal Justice Services, 1100 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 225-4503, FAX (804) 786-0410, or email barbara.peterson-wilson@dcjs.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Criminal Justice Services Board intends to consider amending 6VAC20-30, Rules Relating to Compulsory In-Service Training Standards for Law-Enforcement Officers, Jailors or Custodial Officers, Courtroom Security Officers, Process Service Officers and Officers of the Department of Corrections, Division of Operations, and 6VAC20-70, Rules Relating to Compulsory Minimum Training Standards for Noncustodial Employees of the Department of Corrections. The purpose of the proposed action is to add a new in-service requirement for dispatchers who dispatch for law enforcement. The proposed regulatory action will include the in-service requirements for noncustodial employees of the Department of Corrections designated by the Director of the Department of Corrections to carry a firearm. The current in-service requirements, the process for obtaining partial in-service credit, and the use of multi-media in criminal justice training will be reviewed.

The agency does not intend to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: § 9.1-102 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: December 27, 2017.

Agency Contact: Barbara Peterson-Wilson, Law Enforcement Program Coordinator, Department of Criminal Justice Services, 1100 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 225-4503, FAX (804) 786-0410, or email barbara.peterson-wilson@dcjs.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board of Dentistry intends to consider amending 18VAC60-25, Regulations Governing the Practice of Dental Hygienists. The purpose of the proposed action is to amend 18VAC60-25-190, relating to requirements for continuing education for dental hygienists, to include the "competencies needed to provide care under remote supervision," as specified in subsection F of § 54.1-2722 of the Code of Virginia. The proposed action requires a continuing education course of no less than two hours in duration offered by an approved sponsor and includes the specified course content.

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

Statutory Authority: §§ 54.1-2400, 54.1-2272, and 54.1-2729 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: December 27, 2017.

Agency Contact: Sandra Reen, Executive Director, Board of Dentistry, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-4437, FAX (804) 527-4428, or email sandra.reen@dhp.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services intends to consider amending 22VAC30-110, Assessment in Assisted Living Facilities. The purpose of the proposed action is to review the regulation, which establishes standards regarding initial assessments, annual reassessments, post-assessment actions, and relocation procedures. The department will evaluate all current regulation content and clarify content that may be unclear or inconsistent with a goal of streamlining the public pay assessment process as much as possible while still ensuring that individuals undergo an appropriate review of their level of care. The department intends to include language permitting the use of video conferencing for assessments in specific circumstances, clarify language that addresses the portions of the uniform assessment instrument that are completed for public pay individuals, and add content regarding the timing of annual reassessments. Other revisions to the regulation content may also be proposed based on public comment or during the workgroup that will meet to discuss proposed changes.

The agency does not intend to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: § 51.5-131 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: December 27, 2017.

Announcement of Periodic Review and Small Business Impact Review: This regulation will undergo a periodic review pursuant to Executive Order 17 (2014) and a 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.

Agency Contact: Paige McCleary, Adult Services Program Consultant, Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, 8004 Franklin Farms Drive, Richmond, VA 23229, telephone (804) 662-7605, or email paige.mccleary@dars.virginia.gov.

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 22VAC40-221, Additional Daily Supervision Rate Structure. The purpose of the proposed action is to provide a comprehensive review of the regulations, which provides standards for local departments of social services to determine enhanced maintenance payments for foster and adoptive parents. In addition to the periodic review and a review of any impact on small businesses, a proposed amendment will include extending the amount of time that the uniform rate assessment tool is readministrated from three months to six months for the purpose of adoption assistance. Additional changes will be considered based on public comment received and further review.

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; 42 USC § 673.

Public Comment Deadline: December 27, 2017.

Announcement of Periodic Review and Small Business Impact Review: This regulation will undergo a periodic review pursuant to Executive Order 17 (2014) and a 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.

Agency Contact: Traci B. Jones, Program Manager, Department of Social Services, 801 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 726-7499, or email traci.jones@dss.virginia.gov.