| Description |
Chapter 12VAC35-260 is developed in compliance with Chapter 220 of the 2019 Acts of Assembly (HB2045), which added a new section numbered 37.2-431.1 in the Code of Virginia creating an avenue for the certification of recovery residences through the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). The regulations define “recovery residences” and, as allowed by the enabling legislation, create a voluntary certification for residences that meet standards of credentialing entities specified by DBHDS.
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| State Authority |
Chapter 220 of the 2019 Acts of Assembly (HB2045).
Section 203 of Title 37.2 of the Code of Virginia.
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| Federal Authority |
None entered
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| Periodic Review Note |
This new regulation became effective 3/7/2020. |
| Exempt from APA |
No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act.
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| Text of Regulation |
Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
Creates an avenue for the certification of recovery residences by DBHDS.
Maintenance of a list of certified residences by DBHDS.
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| Meetings |
See all meetings (3) relating to this chapter.
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