9/16/2010 10:30 am
Date / Time filed with the Register of Regulations
VA.R. Document Number: R____-______
Virginia Register Publication Information

Transmittal Sheet: Response to Petition for Rulemaking
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Initial Agency Notice
Agency Decision
Promulgating Board: State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Regulatory Coordinator: Linda B. Grasewicz

(804)786-0040

linda.grasewicz@dbhds.virginia.gov
Agency Contact: Linda B. Grasewicz

Regulatory Coordinator

(804)786-0040

linda.grasewicz@dbhds.virginia.gov
Contact Address: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

1220 Bank Street

Richmond, VA 23218-1797
Chapter Affected:
12 vac 35 - 115: Rules and Regulations to Assure the Rights of Individuals Receiving Services from Providers of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services
Statutory Authority: State: Section 37.2-400 of the Code of Virginia

Federal:
Date Petition Received 09/14/2010
Petitioner Steven Shoon
 Petitioner's Request
Amend 12 VAC 35-115-230 A to include the Virginia Office for Protection and Advocacy (VOPA) as a required agency to whom providers must report abuse, neglect, and exploitation allegations.
 Agency Plan
The Board anticipates it will consider public comments on this request at its November 30, 2010 meeting and will then determine what appropriate action is required.
Publication Date 10/11/2010  (comment period will also begin on this date)
Comment End Date 11/01/2010