Action:
Regulatory action to reflect updated Code of Virginia related to the prohibited use of cyanide in mining operations
Action 6577
General Information
| Action Summary |
Recent legislation passed during the 2024 legislative session is the impetus for this regulatory action. Chapter 135 of the 2024 Acts of Assembly amends Code of Virginia to update ยง45.2-1200 the prohibited use of cyanide or cyanide compound in mineral mining or processing operations. This action aims to update the Admin Code of Virginia to match the updated Code of Virginia language. |
| Chapters Affected |
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VAC |
Chapter Name |
Action Type |
| Primary |
4 VAC 25-31 |
Reclamation Regulations for Mineral Mining |
Amend Existing Regulation
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| Other chapters |
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4 VAC 25 - 40 |
Safety and Health Regulations for Mineral Mining |
Amend Existing Regulation
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| Executive Branch Review |
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act, but falls within the Executive Branch and
will be reviewed by the Governor's Office.
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| RIS Project |
Yes [8026] |
| Associated Mandates |
Prohibited Use of Cyanide in Mining Operations
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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.
| Stage ID |
Stage Type |
Status |
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10474
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Final
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Governor's office review in progress. |
Contact Information
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Name / Title:
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Larry Corkey
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Policy & Planning Manger
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Address:
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Department of Energy 1100 Bank Street, 8th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219-3402
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Email Address:
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larry.corkey@energy.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)692-3239
FAX: ()-
TDD: ()-
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