Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Regulations Governing Pesticide Product Registration, Handling, Storage, and Disposal under Authority of the Virginia Pesticide Control Act
[2 VAC 5 ‑ 670]
Chapter Information
| Description | A regulation that establishes (1) requirements for registering a pesticide for sale in the Commonwealth; (2) requirements for users of pesticides on handling, storage, and disposal of pesticides or pesticide containers; and (3) specifications on the selection and maintenance of equipment used in the application of pesticides. |
| State Authority | Section 3.2-3906 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 ensuring that pesticides offered for sale are properly labeled, mixed, handled, applied and stored. 3. The ensuring that used pesticide containers and unwanted pesticides are disposed of properly. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (3) relating to this chapter. |
Contact Information
| Name / Title: | Liza Fleeson Trossbach / Program Manager, Office of Pesticide Services |
| Address: |
P. O. Box 1163 Richmond, VA 23218 |
| Email Address: | Liza.Fleeson@vdacs.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)371-6559 FAX: (804)371-2283 TDD: (800)828-1120 |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amendments to clarify current requirements and address federal requirements | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/24/2017. |
Transfers 2 VAC 20-20 from the Pesticide Control Board to the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Serv
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/10/2012. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2020 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 7/15/2014 Agency Completed | Amend | |