Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Board
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
 
chapter
Rules and Regulations Governing the Prevention, Control and Eradication of Bovine Tuberculosis in Virginia [2 VAC 5 ‑ 40]
Guidance Documents
Chapter Information
Description A regulation that establishes the testing requirements for cattle for tuberculosis to prevent the introduction of tuberculosis in cattle in Virginia and provide for the eradication of tuberculosis in cattle should it be detected.
State Authority Sections 3.2-6002 and 3.2-6004 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 1. The protection of the public’s health, safety, and welfare with the least possible cost and intrusiveness to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth.

2. The prevention of the introduction of cattle tuberculosis into Virginia.

3. The eradication of cattle tuberculosis, should it be detected in Virginia.
Meetings

Contact Information
Name / Title: Dr. Carolynn Bissett  / Program Manager, Veterinary Services
Address: P. O. Box 1163
Richmond, VA 23218
Email Address: carolynn.bissett@vdacs.virginia.gov
Telephone: (804)786-4560    FAX: (804)371-2380    TDD: (800)828-1120
Current Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
None

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
None

Periodic Reviews
Last Activity Status
9/15/2020 Agency Completed Retain As Is
10/28/2014 Agency Completed Retain As Is
3/18/2009 Agency Completed Retain As Is
5/8/2001 Agency Completed Retain As Is