DSS is conducting is routine periodic review of 22VAC40-80, General Procedures and Information for Licensure.  The purpose of this review is to determine whether this regulation should be repealed, amended, or retained in its current form. VHCA-VCAL does not intend to submit any comments.

DSS is seeking public comment on the review of any issue relating to this regulation, including whether the regulation:

1. is necessary for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare or for the economical performance of important governmental functions;
2. minimizes the economic impact on small businesses in a manner consistent with the stated objectives of applicable law; and
3. is clearly written and easily understandable.

The public comment period began on November 25, 2019 and ends on December 16, 2019.

Comments for this periodic review may be submitted via Regulatory Town Hall; or by mail, fax, or email to Tatanishia Armstrong, Program Consultant, Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs, 801 East Main Street, 9^th Floor, Richmond, Virginia 23219; fax (804) 726-7152; or tatanishia.armstrong@dss.virginia.gov. If you have any questions, please contact Tatanishia Armstrong.