| Petition Information | |
|---|---|
| Petition Title | Petition to Amend 2 VAC 5-685 to Create a New Certification Category |
| Date Filed | 9/25/2025 [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Petitioner | Virginia Pest Management Association |
| Petitioner's Request |
Petitioner requests that the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services promulgate regulations that (i) create a new category or subcategory of pesticide certification for commercial applicators who conduct public health pest control measures in non-public applications and (ii) adjust training and examination requirements between this new category or subcategory and the area-wide applications made or directed by public agencies in support of area-wide public health pest control objectives to best reflect the unique applications intended and expected pursuant to each such category or subcategory. |
| Agency's Plan |
The Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services will consider this request at its next scheduled meeting following the public comment period. This meeting will occur on December 11, 2025. |
| Comment Period | Began 10/20/2025 Ended 11/10/2025 27 comments |
| Virginia Register Announcement |
Submitted on 9/25/2025
|
| Agency Decision | Pending |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Name / Title: | Kevin Schmidt / Board Secretary |
| Address: |
Oliver Hill Building 102 Governor Street, Suite 219 Richmond, 23219 |
| Email Address: | kevin.schmidt@vdacs.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-1346 FAX: (804)371-7679 TDD: ()- |



