On this Periodic Review

Pursuant to 1 VAC 20-10-120, and consistent with the principles of Executive Order 14 (2010) and §§ 2.2-4007.1 and 2.2-4017 of the Code of Virginia, the State Board of Elections is conducting a periodic review of all regulations within Chapter 4 of VAC, titled Voter Registration.

This review will be guided by the principles in Executive Order 14 (2010) (http://www.governor.virginia.gov/Issues/ExecutiveOrders/2010/EO-14.cfm ) and § 2.2-4007.1 of the Code of Virginia (http://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?000+cod+2.2-4007.1).

The purpose of this review is to determine whether any regulation or policy should be terminated, amended, or retained in its current form. Public comment is sought on the review of any issue relating to this Chapter, including whether the existing regulations and policies (i) are necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions; (ii) minimize the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and (iii) are clearly written and easily understandable.

The comment period begins June 3, 2013, and ends on June 24, 2013.

Comments may be submitted online to the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall at http://www.townhall.virginia.gov/L/Forums.cfm. Comments may also be sent to Martha Brissette, Policy Analyst, 1100 Bank St., Richmond, Virginia 23219, Telephone: (804) 864-8925, FAX: (804) 371-0194, email address: Martha.brissette@sbe.virginia.gov

Comments must include the commenter's name and address (physical or email) information in order that the agency may contact the commenter if needed for clarification. Following the close of the public comment period, a report of the periodic review will be posted on the Town Hall and published in the Virginia Register of Regulations.

CLOSED     Opened on 6/3/2013 and Ended on 6/24/2013