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 6VAC20-160, Regulations Relating to the Court-Appointed Special Advocate Program (CASA). The purpose of the proposed action is to modify and update the requirements for the Court-Appointed Special Advocate Program. The intention of this regulatory action is to make technical amendments, eliminate unnecessary requirements, and update and clarify language. Substantive changes are being considered to training and volunteer requirements to eliminate unnecessary or overly burdensome requirements.

In addition, pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the board is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of this regulation 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; (ii) minimizes the economic impact on small businesses consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) is clearly written and easily understandable.

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

Statutory Authority: § 9.1-151 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: January 31, 2024.

Agency Contact: Kristi Shalton, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of Criminal Justice Services, 1100 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 786-7801, or email kristi.shalton@dcjs.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the State Board of Education intends to consider repealing 8VAC20-780, Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers, and promulgating 8VAC20-781, Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers. The purpose of the proposed action is to address the regulation's structure and format and provide clarification where burdensome and confusing language makes it difficult for the public to accurately interpret the regulation. Repeal of the existing regulation and adoption of a new regulation will allow greater flexibility to adjust the structure, format, and language of the current regulation; remove requirements found in the Code of Virginia; and incorporate updates to address changing national health and safety guidelines and practices, as well as pursuant to the Executive Order 19 (2022) while preserving protection of the health, safety, and welfare of children in care in programs regulated by the Department of Education. A comprehensive, yearlong review of the regulation using a workgroup made up of key stakeholders, including multiple child day center leaders and practitioners, resulted in the regulation intended to replace the regulation transferred to the Department of Education from the Department of Social Services pursuant to Chapters 860 and 861 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly.

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

Statutory Authority: §§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: January 31, 2024.

Agency Contact: Jim Chapman, Director of Board Relations, Department of Education, James Monroe Building,101 North 14th Street, 25th Floor, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 750-8750, or email jim.chapman@doe.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the State Board of Education intends to consider repealing 8VAC20-780, Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers, and promulgating 8VAC20-781, Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers. The purpose of the proposed action is to address the regulation's structure and format and provide clarification where burdensome and confusing language makes it difficult for the public to accurately interpret the regulation. Repeal of the existing regulation and adoption of a new regulation will allow greater flexibility to adjust the structure, format, and language of the current regulation; remove requirements found in the Code of Virginia; and incorporate updates to address changing national health and safety guidelines and practices, as well as pursuant to the Executive Order 19 (2022) while preserving protection of the health, safety, and welfare of children in care in programs regulated by the Department of Education. A comprehensive, yearlong review of the regulation using a workgroup made up of key stakeholders, including multiple child day center leaders and practitioners, resulted in the regulation intended to replace the regulation transferred to the Department of Education from the Department of Social Services pursuant to Chapters 860 and 861 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly.

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

Statutory Authority: §§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: January 31, 2024.

Agency Contact: Jim Chapman, Director of Board Relations, Department of Education, James Monroe Building,101 North 14th Street, 25th Floor, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 750-8750, or email jim.chapman@doe.virginia.gov.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Virginia Board for Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors intends to consider amending 18VAC15-30, Virginia Lead-Based Paint Activities Regulations. The purpose of the proposed action is to undertake a general review of the regulation in accordance with the regulatory reduction goal of Executive Directive Number One (2022). The regulation provides for the licensure of lead abatement workers, lead project designers, lead abatement supervisors, lead inspectors, lead risk assessors, lead contractors, and the accreditation of lead training programs. The goals of the action include (i) reviewing discretionary requirements imposed on regulated parties to determine whether such requirements impose burdens that are not necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; or are not necessary to effectively administer the licensure program; (ii) ensuring the regulation conforms to current Virginia law and meets applicable federal requirements, is organized, clear, and understandable, and provides minimal burdens on regulants while still protecting the public; and (iii) making sure the regulation reflects current Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation procedures and policies, along with any other changes determined to be necessary and appropriate.

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

Statutory Authority: § 54.1-501 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: January 31, 2024.

Agency Contact: Tanya Pettus, Administrator, Virginia Board for Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-0362, FAX (866) 350-5354, or email alhi@dpor.virginia.gov.