Action:
Promulgate regulations to implement an adult comprehensive sickle cell clinic network.
General Information
| Action Summary |
The intent of the proposed action is to promulgate a new regulation to implement an adult comprehensive sickle cell clinic network. During the 2020 General Assembly session, House Bill 907 amended a subsection of §32.1-68 of the Code of Virginia to include language specifying that the voluntary program for the screening of sickle cell disease or sickle cell traits is for adults and children. The bill also includes a subsection of §32.1-68, mandating the Board of Health to adopt regulations to implement an adult comprehensive sickle cell network in Virginia. |
| Chapters Affected |
Only affects this chapter.
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| Exempt from APA |
No, this action is subject to Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
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| RIS Project |
Yes [6515] |
| Associated Mandates |
Sickle cell anemia; treatment
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| New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
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Stage Type |
Status |
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9164
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Fast-Track
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Comment period is underway and will end on 05/12/2021. |
Contact Information
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Name / Title:
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Robin Buskey
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Policy Analyst, Office of Family Health Services
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Address:
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Virginia Department of Health
109 Governor Street
Richmond, VA 23219
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Email Address:
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robin.buskey@vdh.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)863-7253
FAX: ()-
TDD: ()-
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Agencies | Governor
