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Showing: 42 changes that have become effective in the last 90 days (Fast-Track, Emergency, Final) for all agencies and boards. Where the stage type is Emergency,Emergency/NOIRA,Fast-Track,NOIRA,Proposed,Final
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Board Virginia Aviation Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Licensing and Operation of Airports and Aircraft and Obstructions to Airspace in the Commonwealth of Virginia
[24 VAC 5 ‑ 20]
Action: Take-Off and Landing Unmanned Aircraft on Land Owned by a Political Subdivision or Locality
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/25/23
Board Board for Barbers and Cosmetology
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Barbering and Cosmetology Regulations
[18 VAC 41 ‑ 20]
Action: Easing licensing requirements for grandfathered licensees failing to renew licensure
Stage: Fast-Track - Effective Date: 10/1/23
Board State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations for Children's Residential Facilities
[12 VAC 35 ‑ 46]
Action: Amendments to align with the Family First Prevention Service Act (FFPSA)
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 12/7/23
Board Board of Counseling
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 115 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Department of Criminal Justice Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Rules Relating to the Waiver Process for Law Enforcement Agencies to Use Certain Military Property
[6 VAC 20 ‑ 300]
Action: New Regulation for the Waiver Process for Law Enforcement Agencies to Use Certain Military Property
Stage: Emergency/NOIRA - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board State Board of Education
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Licensure Regulations for School Personnel
[8 VAC 20 ‑ 23]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to align 8VAC20-23 with Chapters 748 and 771 of the 2023 Acts of the Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/22/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia
[8 VAC 20 ‑ 81]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to align 8VAC20-81-60 and 70 with Chapter 4 of the 2023 Acts of the Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/22/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Establishing Standards for Accrediting Public Schools in Virginia
[8 VAC 20 ‑ 131]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to align 8VAC20-131-420 with Chapter 7 of the 2023 Acts of the Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/22/23
Board Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations of the Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers
[18 VAC 65 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board State Board of Health
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulation for the Certificate of Quality Assurance of Managed Care Health Insurance Plan (MCHIP) Licensees
[12 VAC 5 ‑ 408]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amend Regulation after Enactment of Chapters 376 and 377 of the 2023 Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/22/23
Board Marine Resources Commission
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Pertaining to Blue Crab Fishery
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 270]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Fall 2023 Blue Crab Management Measures
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/1/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Pertaining to Restrictions on Oyster Harvest
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 720]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
2023-2024 Oyster Harvest Seasons
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/1/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Utility Line Encroachments Beneath or Over State-Owned Subaqueous Beds
[4 VAC 20 ‑ 1410]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Creation of a general permit that does not require instream construction activities upon State-owned subaqueous beds
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/1/23
Board Board of Medical Assistance Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Amount, Duration, and Scope of Medical and Remedial Care and Services
[12 VAC 30 ‑ 50]
Action: Private Duty Nursing Services Under EPSDT
Stage: Emergency/NOIRA - Effective Date: 11/1/23
Board Board of Medicine
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Licensure of Surgical Assistants and Registration of Surgical Technologists
[18 VAC 85 ‑ 160]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes pursuant to HB2222
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Board of Nursing
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 90 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory action to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Licensure of Nurse Practitioners
[18 VAC 90 ‑ 30]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Name change from nurse practitioner to advanced practice registered nurse
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Board of Pharmacy
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action: Pharmacy working conditions
Stage: Emergency/NOIRA - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action: Implementation of 2021 legislation for pharmacists initiating treatment
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
March 2023 scheduling of chemicals in Schedule I
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 9/27/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
June 2023 scheduling of chemicals in Schedule I
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 9/27/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
[18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Implementation of HB2364/SB894 of the 2023 General Assembly regarding Scheduled drugs
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Board of Physical Therapy
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy
[18 VAC 112 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to implement SB1005 and HB2359
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Board of Psychology
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing Delegation to an Agency Subordinate
[18 VAC 125 ‑ 15]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory changes to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board State Board of Social Services
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Standards for Licensed Assisted Living Facilities
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 73]
Action: Update Standards to Add Appeal Process for Discharges
Stage: Fast-Track - Effective Date: 11/27/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
General Procedures and Information for Licensure
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 80]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amend Licensing Regulations for Provisional Licenses
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/11/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Personnel Policies for Local Departments of Social Services
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 675]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Updates to Personnel Policies for Local Departments of Social Services
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/26/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Child Protective Services
[22 VAC 40 ‑ 705]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amend CPS Regulation 2023
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Board of Social Work
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Social Work
[18 VAC 140 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt regulatory action to allow agency subordinates to hear credentials cases
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulations Governing the Practice of Social Work
[18 VAC 140 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Exempt action to allow change of supervisors without notification to the Board under certain circumstances
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 9/27/23
Board State Board of Elections
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Election Administration
[1 VAC 20 ‑ 60]
Action: Material omissions from officer removal petitions and petition signature qualifications
Stage: Fast-Track - Effective Date: 9/28/23
Board Department of State Police
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
[19 VAC 30 ‑ 20]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations - Summer 2023 Amendments – FINAL EXEMPT
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 10/1/23
Board Department of Taxation
Chapter Action / Stage Information
Retail Sales and Use Tax
[23 VAC 10 ‑ 210]
Action: Fast Track Action to Conform the Retail Sales and Use Tax Regulation to Statutory Changes
Stage: Fast-Track - Effective Date: 9/30/23
Board Virginia Waste Management Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Financial Assurance Regulations for Solid Waste Disposal, Transfer and Treatment Facilities
[9 VAC 20 ‑ 70]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Regulated Medical Waste Citation Correction
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/22/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Solid Waste Management Regulations
[9 VAC 20 ‑ 81]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment in response to Chapter 503 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly and Citation Update
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board State Water Control Board
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) Permit Regulation
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 31]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to CH31 in response to Chapter 276 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Virginia Water Protection Permit Regulation
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 210]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to change the Virginia Water Protection Permit Program Regulation (9VAC25-210 et seq.) in response to Chapters 245, 258, and 259 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations (formerly 4VAC50-30)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 840]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment in response to Chapters 48 and 49 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
General VPDES Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (formerly Part XV, 4VAC50-60)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 890]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
25-890 - Amend and Reissue the Small MS4 General Permit
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/1/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Certification of Nonpoint Source Nutrient Credits (formerly 4VAC50-80)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 900]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Revisions to CH 900 in response to SB 187 (2022 GA session)
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 12/6/23
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Certification of Nonpoint Source Nutrient Credits (formerly 4VAC50-80)
[9 VAC 25 ‑ 900]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Amendment to change the Certification of Nonpoint Source Nutrient Credits (9VAC25-900 et seq.) in response to Chapter 723 of the 2023 Virginia Acts of Assembly
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 11/8/23
Board Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission
Chapter Action / Stage Information
This Chapter is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Medical Fee Schedules
[16 VAC 30 ‑ 110]
Action:
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Biennial review of workers’ compensation medical fee schedules
Stage: Final - Effective Date: 12/6/23
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