Department of Fire Programs
Department of Fire Programs
Public Participation Guidelines
[19 VAC 15 ‑ 11]
Chapter Information
| Description | Each agency shall develop, adopt and utilize public participation guidelines for soliciting the input of interested parties in the formation and development of its regulations. The guidelines shall set out any methods the agency intends to use for the identification and notification of interested parties, and any specific means of seeking input from interested persons. The guidelines shall set out a general policy for the use of standing or ad hoc advisory panels and consultation with groups and individuals registering interest in working with the agency. The agency shall afford interested persons an opportunity to submit data, views, and arguments, either orally or in writing. However, the agency may, begin drafting the proposed regulation prior to any opportunities provided to the public to submit input. |
| State Authority | COV § 9.1-203 of the Code of Virginia |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Exempt from APA | No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | None entered |
| Meetings |
Contact Information
| Name / Title: | Spencer Willett / Government Affairs Manager |
| Address: |
1005 Technology Park Drive Glen Allen, VA 23059 |
| Email Address: | Spencer.Willett@vdfp.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | ()- FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Revision of “Agency” in Public Participation Guidelines | Fast-Track | Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security review in progress. |
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
Public Participation Guidelines
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/10/2008. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2022 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |