19VAC10-10-20: Identification of interested parties

Prior to the development of any substantive regulation, the department shall identify persons it feels may be interested in or affected by the proposed regulation. The methods for identifying interested parties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Reviewing department subject matter files to identify persons who have previously raised questions or expressed an interest in the subject at hand.

2. Reviewing lists of attendees at any pertinent hearings or public meetings conducted by the department.

3. Consulting the department's listing of emergency service coordinators and directors for local governments.

4. Listing all agencies (state, local, or private) tasked by the regulation.