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Showing: 58 actions/stages approved by the Governor in the last 90 days for all agencies and boards. Where the stage type is Emergency,Emergency/NOIRA,Fast-Track,NOIRA,Proposed,Final
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Board Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations for Enforcement of the Noxious Weeds Law
[2 VAC 5 ‑ 317]
Action: Amend noxious weed list
Stage: Proposed
Board Air Pollution Control Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulation for Emissions Trading
[9 VAC 5 ‑ 140]
Action: Repeal CO 2 Budget Trading Program as required by Executive Order 9 (Revision A22)
Stage: Final
Board Virginia Aviation Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Licensing and Operation of Airports and Aircraft and Obstructions to Airspace in the Commonwealth of Virginia
[24 VAC 5 ‑ 20]
Action: Take-Off and Landing Unmanned Aircraft on Land Owned by a Political Subdivision or Locality
Stage: Final
Board State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations for Children's Residential Facilities
[12 VAC 35 ‑ 46]
Action: Amendments to align with the Family First Prevention Service Act (FFPSA)
Stage: Proposed
Board Common Interest Community Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Common Interest Community Ombudsman Regulations
[18 VAC 48 ‑ 70]
Action: CIC Ombudsman Regulations General Regulatory Review
Stage: NOIRA
Board Board for Contractors
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Individual License and Certification Regulations
[18 VAC 50 ‑ 30]
Action: Continuing Education Amendment
Stage: Proposed
Board Board of Counseling
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 115 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final
Board Criminal Justice Services Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Rules Relating to the Waiver Process for Law Enforcement Agencies to Use Certain Military Property [under development]
[6 VAC 20 ‑ 300]
Action: New Regulation for the Waiver Process for Law Enforcement Agencies to Use Certain Military Property
Stage: Emergency/NOIRA
Board State Board of Education
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Virginia Standards of Accreditation
[8 VAC 20 ‑ 132]
Action: Revisions to the Regulations Establishing Standards for Accrediting Public Schools in Virginia
Stage: NOIRA
Board Department of Environmental Quality
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Small Solar Renewable Energy Projects Permit Regulation
[9 VAC 15 ‑ 60]
Action: Amend 9 VAC 15-60 to comport with the requirements of Chapter 688 of the 2022 Acts of Assembly
Stage: NOIRA
Board Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations of the Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
[18 VAC 65 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final
Board State Board of Health
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Rainwater Harvesting Systems Regulations [Under Development]
[12 VAC 5 ‑ 635]
Action: Rainwater Harvesting Regulations
Stage: Proposed
Board Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Board for Hearing Aid Specialists Regulations
[18 VAC 80 ‑ 20]
Action: Amendment to Expand Training Options for Applicants
Stage: Proposed
Board for Hearing Aid Specialists Regulations
[18 VAC 80 ‑ 20]
Action: General Review of Hearing Aid Specialists Regulations
Stage: NOIRA
Opticians Regulations
[18 VAC 80 ‑ 30]
Action: OPT Fee Adjustment 2023
Stage: NOIRA
Opticians Regulations
[18 VAC 80 ‑ 30]
Action: General Review of Opticians Regulations
Stage: NOIRA
Board Board of Long-Term Care Administrators
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Practice of Nursing Home Administrators
[18 VAC 95 ‑ 20]
Action: Regulatory Reduction 2023
Stage: NOIRA
Board Marine Resources Commission
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Pertaining to Blue Crab Fishery
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 270]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Fall 2023 Blue Crab Management Measures
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Pertaining to Restrictions on Oyster Harvest
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 720]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
2023-2024 Oyster Harvest Seasons
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Prohibition of Crab Dredging in Virginia Waters
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 1140]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Prohibition of Crab Dredging in Virginia Waters 2023-2024 Winter Season
Stage: Final
Board Board of Medicine
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Licensure of Surgical Assistants and Registration of Surgical Technologists
[18 VAC 85 ‑ 160]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes pursuant to HB2222
Stage: Final
Board Board of Nursing
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 90 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory action to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Licensure of Nurse Practitioners
[18 VAC 90 ‑ 30]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Name change from nurse practitioner to advanced practice registered nurse
Stage: Final
Board Board of Pharmacy
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action: Implementation of 2021 legislation for pharmacists initiating treatment
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
March 2023 scheduling of chemicals in Schedule I
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
June 2023 scheduling of chemicals in Schedule I
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Implementation of HB2364/SB894 of the 2023 General Assembly regarding Scheduled drugs
Stage: Final
Board Board of Physical Therapy
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy
[18 VAC 112 ‑ 20]
Action: Regulatory reduction
Stage: NOIRA
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy
[18 VAC 112 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to implement SB1005 and HB2359
Stage: Final
Board Board for Professional Soil Scientists, Wetland Professionals, and Geologists
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing Certified Professional Wetland Delineators
[18 VAC 145 ‑ 30]
Action: General Review of Regulations Governing Certified Professional Wetland Delineators
Stage: NOIRA
Board Board of Psychology
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 125 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final
Board Real Estate Appraiser Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Real Estate Appraiser Board Rules and Regulations
[18 VAC 130 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendments to reflect HB284 (2022 Session)
Stage: Final
Board State Board of Social Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Standards for Licensed Assisted Living Facilities
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 73]
Action: Update Standards to Add Appeal Process for Discharges
Stage: Fast-Track
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
General Procedures and Information for Licensure
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 80]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amend Licensing Regulations for Provisional Licenses
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Personnel Policies for Local Departments of Social Services
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 675]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Updates to Personnel Policies for Local Departments of Social Services
Stage: Final
Child Protective Services
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 705]
Action: Remove Notary Requirement for Consent to Central Registry System Check
Stage: Proposed
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Child Protective Services
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 705]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amend CPS Regulation 2023
Stage: Final
Board Board of Social Work
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Social Work
[18 VAC 140 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory action to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Social Work
[18 VAC 140 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to allow change of supervisors without notification to the Board under certain circumstances
Stage: Final
Board State Board of Elections
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Election Administration
[1 VAC 20 ‑ 60]
Action: Material omissions from officer removal petitions and petition signature qualifications
Stage: Fast-Track
Board Department of State Police
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
[19 VAC 30 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations - Summer 2023 Amendments – FINAL EXEMPT
Stage: Final
Board Department of Transportation
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Access Management Regulations
[24 VAC 30 ‑ 73]
Action: NOIRA and Periodic Review
Stage: NOIRA
Secondary Street Acceptance Requirements
[24 VAC 30 ‑ 92]
Action: Amendment due to Ch. 425 of the 2022 Acts of Assembly
Stage: NOIRA
Comprehensive Roadside Management Program Regulations
[24 VAC 30 ‑ 121]
Action: NOIRA and Periodic Review
Stage: NOIRA
Land Use Permit Regulations
[24 VAC 30 ‑ 151]
Action: NOIRA and Periodic Review
Stage: NOIRA
Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights of Way
[24 VAC 30 ‑ 200]
Action: NOIRA and Periodic Review
Stage: NOIRA
Board Department of Veterans Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
100% Disabled Veteran Real Property Tax Exemption
[1 VAC 80 ‑ 10]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Final Action
Stage: Final
Board Virginia Waste Management Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Solid Waste Management Regulations
[9 VAC 20 ‑ 81]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment in response to Chapter 503 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly and Citation Update
Stage: Final
Board State Water Control Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) Permit Regulation
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 31]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to CH31 in response to Chapter 276 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) General Permit for Concrete Products Facilities
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 193]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
25-193 - Amend and Reissue Existing Regulation 2023
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Virginia Water Protection Permit Regulation
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 210]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to change the Virginia Water Protection Permit Program Regulation (9VAC25-210 et seq.) in response to Chapters 245, 258, and 259 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final
Sewage Collection and Treatment Regulations
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 790]
Action: Amend Sewage Collection and Treatment Regulations to include a reporting requirement for all septic systems taken off-line and connected to sewage collection systems
Stage: NOIRA
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations (formerly 4VAC50-30)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 840]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment in response to Chapters 48 and 49 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
General VPDES Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Construction Activities (formerly Part XIV, 4VAC50-60)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 880]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
25-880 - 2024 Amendment and Reissuance of the Existing General Permit Regulation
Stage: Proposed
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
General VPDES Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (formerly Part XV, 4VAC50-60)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 890]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
25-890 - Amend and Reissue the Small MS4 General Permit
Stage: Final
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Certification of Nonpoint Source Nutrient Credits (formerly 4VAC50-80)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 900]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to change the Certification of Nonpoint Source Nutrient Credits (9VAC25-900 et seq.) in response to Chapter 723 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final
Board Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators Licensing Regulations
[18 VAC 160 ‑ 30]
Action: General Review of Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators Licensing Regulations
Stage: NOIRA
Board Board of Wildlife Resources
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Game: Deer
[4 VAC 15 ‑ 90]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Open season; either-sex hunting days; elk hunting program
Stage: Final
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