TITLE 2. AGRICULTURE

BOARD OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

Notice of Intended Regulatory Action

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services intends to consider amending 2VAC5-105, Regulations Pertaining to Pet Shops Selling Dogs or Cats. The purpose of the proposed action is to fulfill the requirements of Chapter 610 of the 2025 Acts of Assembly by developing civil penalties to be issued as a remedy for violations of the regulations related to inspecting pet shops that sell dogs or cats. Currently, the regulation prescribes probationary periods and revocation of registration for pet shops with egregious or repeat violations; the proposed amendments would add civil penalties to these. The board will also develop a guidance document in the form of a civil penalty matrix.

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

Statutory Authority: § 3.2-6501.1 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: June 17, 2026.

Agency Contact: Dr. Carolynn Bissett, Program Manager, Office of Veterinary Services, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218, telephone (804) 786-2483, fax (804) 371-2380, TDD (800) 828-1120, or email carolynn.bissett@vdacs.virginia.gov.

TITLE 2. AGRICULTURE

BOARD OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

Notice of Intended Regulatory Action

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services intends to consider amending 2VAC5-320, Regulations for the Enforcement of the Endangered Plant and Insect Species Act. The purpose of the proposed action is to add certain endangered and threatened plant and insect species that the board has determined are in danger of extinction or likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of their native range. This action reflects the imperiled status of the various species and seeks to protect these species from take and destruction. The amendments are also expected to stimulate conservation programs to preserve and protect the affected species. The action is the result of a consultation with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation regarding candidate species from reliable survey data gathered since the last time the lists of endangered and threatened plant and insect species were amended in 2020.

In addition, pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the agency is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of this regulation 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; (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 intends to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: §§ 3.2-1002 and 3.2-1005 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: June 17, 2026.

Agency Contact: David Gianino, Program Manager, Office of Plant Industry Services, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218, telephone (804) 786-3515, fax (804) 371-7793, TDD (800) 828-1120, or email david.gianino@vdacs.virginia.gov.

TITLE 6. CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CORRECTIONS

BOARD OF JUVENILE JUSTICE

Notice of Intended Regulatory Action

Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board of Juvenile Justice intends to consider amending 6VAC35-150, Regulation for Nonresidential Services. The purpose of the proposed action is to amend the regulation following a periodic review. The regulation for nonresidential services establishes the minimum requirements governing state-operated and locally operated court service units and nonresidential programs available to the juvenile and domestic relations district courts, including those funded through the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act. The proposed amendments being considered (i) remove obsolete provisions, (ii) eliminate references to improperly incorporated documents, (iii) add provisions to address gaps in regulatory oversight that may impact public safety, (iv) amend various sections for clarification, and (v) remove unnecessary discretionary requirements.

In addition, pursuant to § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia, the agency is conducting a periodic review and small business impact review of this regulation 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; (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: §§ 16.1-233, 16.1-309.9, and 66-10 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: June 17, 2026.

Agency Contact: Kristen Peterson, Regulatory and Policy Coordinator, Department of Juvenile Justice, 600 East Main Street, 20th Floor, Richmond, VA 23219, telephone (804) 773-0180, fax (804) 371-6497, or email kristen.peterson@djj.virginia.gov.

TITLE 8. EDUCATION

STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Notice of Intended Regulatory Action

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 amending 8VAC20-23, Licensure Regulations for School Personnel. The purpose of the proposed action is to fulfill requirements of Chapter 552 of the 2025 Acts of the Assembly, which directs the board to develop and approve a geometry add-on endorsement for teachers licensed by the board to provide instruction in geometry for students in kindergarten through grade eight.

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

Statutory Authority: §§ 22.1-298.1 and 22.1-299 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: June 17, 2026.

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.