| Petition Information | |
|---|---|
| Petition Title | Amendment of 18VAC30-21-60(A) to include American Board of Audiology certification as an accepted pathway for audiologists applying for licensure |
| Date Filed | 12/17/2025 [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Petitioner | American Academy of Audiology |
| Petitioner's Request |
The petitioner requests that the Board amend 18VAC30-21-60(A) to include American Board of Audiology certification as an accepted pathway for audiologists applying for licensure in Virginia. |
| Agency's Plan |
The petition for rulemaking will be published in the Virginia Register of Regulations on January 12, 2026. The petition will also be published on the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall to receive public comment, which will open on January 12, 2026 and will close on February 11, 2026. The Board will consider the petition and all comments in support or opposition at the next meeting after the close of public comment, currently scheduled for April 21, 2026. The petitioner will be notified of the Board’s decision after that meeting. |
| Comment Period | Began 1/12/2026 Ended 2/11/2026 13 comments |
| Virginia Register Announcement |
Submitted on 12/17/2025
|
| Agency Decision | Initiate a regulatory change [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Response Date | 4/21/2026 |
| Decision Publication Date | Published on: 5/18/2026 Volume: 42 Issue: 20 |
| Agency Decision Summary |
At its April 21st, 2026 meeting, the board voted to accept the petition and initiate rulemaking. Due to the non-controversial nature of this change, the board will amend regulations via a Fast-Track action. |
| Associated regulatory action | Addition of ABA certification as an acceptable pathway to obtain licensure Latest Stage: |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Name / Title: | Kelli Moss / Executive Director |
| Address: |
9960 Mayland Drive Suite 300 Henrico, 23233 |
| Email Address: | kelli.moss@dhp.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)597-4132 FAX: (804)939-5238 TDD: ()- |