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Regulatory Agenda
[50 Pa.B. 5568]
[Saturday, October 3, 2020]Executive Order 1996-1 requires all agencies under the jurisdiction of the Governor to submit for publication semi-annually an agenda of regulations under development or consideration.
The agendas are compiled to provide members of the regulated community advanced notice of regulatory activity. It is the intention of the Administration that these agendas will serve to increase public participation in the regulatory process.
Agency contacts should be contacted for more information regarding the regulation and the procedure for submitting comments.
This Agenda represents the Administration's present intentions regarding future regulations. The information provided is current as of September 21, 2020. The nature and complexity of an individual regulation obviously will determine whether and when any particular regulation listed (as well as any considered subsequent to publication of this Agenda) is published.
Regulation Being Considered Proposed Date of Promulgation Need and Legal Basis for Action Agency Contact Department of Aging Older Adult Daily Living Centers
6 Pa. Code Chapter 11Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe purpose of 6 Pa. Code Chapter 11 is to protect the health, safety and well-being of persons with functional impairments for the licensure and operation of Older Adult Daily Living Centers (OADLC). These regulations—the statutory authority for which is found in Act 118 of 1990 and in 62 P.S. Chapter 2 § 1511—were adopted on July 2, 1993 and effective October 12, 1993. The Pennsylvania Department of Aging is responsible for the enforcement of these regulations. OADLC services provide a structured program of services to clients who require the service along with valuable respite to caregivers. The proposed rulemaking would update the existing regulatory language to address changes in other statutes, regulations, codes, ordinances, and other professional standards and practices, along with addressing the increasing frailty of clients served in OADLC. Barb Valaw
(717) 787-4522Pennsylvania Community Adult Respite Services Program
Act 166 of 2014Fall 2020,
as ProposedAct 166 of 2014 (P.L. 2615, Oct. 22, 2014, No. 166) created a new program called the Pennsylvania Community Adult Respite Services Program (CARP), authorizing the Department of Aging to license and inspect community adult respite services programs that serve participants with minor functional impairments.
The purpose of the proposed rulemaking is to provide guidance to persons wishing to provide community adult respite services to eligible persons for part of a 24-hour day, filling a niche between senior centers and older adult daily living centers, as required by Act 166 of 2014.Barb Valaw
(717) 787-4522Department of Agriculture Pennsylvania Preferred Program Regulations
7 Pa. Code Chapter 107
(# 2-186)October 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation will establish standards required under the Pennsylvania Preferred Act (3 Pa.C.S. §§ 4601—4611). Laura England
(717) 783-8462Agricultural Conservation Easement Purchase Program
7 Pa. Code Chapter 138e
(# 2-192)October 2020,
as Proposed. The underlying statute has been amended, which will entail a delay and rewrite of the proposed regulation.The regulation will revise the regulation to address the five amendments of the Agricultural Area Security Law that occurred since 2004, when the regulation was last revised. The revision will accomplish a ''housekeeping'' update to reflect the department's experience in administering the Agricultural Conservation Easement purchase program. Doug Wolfgang
(717) 783-3167Milk Sanitation
7 Pa. Code Chapter 59a
(# 2-194)November 2020, as Proposed The regulation will: 1) accomplish a ''housekeeping'' update to the technical Milk Sanitation regulations; 2) allow for the lawful production and sale of raw milk butter; and 3) lower the maximum permissible somatic cell count for milk. Sheri Morris
(717) 787-4315Department of Banking and Securities (DOBS) Modernization of Banking regulations under the Banking Code of 1965—
Title 10, Parts I—VIFall 2020,
as ProposedThe Banking Code of 1965 underwent substantial modernization in 2014. There is a need to amend the regulations to reflect this modernization and other recent legislative changes on the state level as well as to conform with federal legislative and regulatory changes.
Stefanie Hamilton
(717) 787-1471Promulgation of agency rules of administrative practice and procedure, to be added to Title 10, Part I Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe Department currently uses the General Rules of Administrative Practice and Procedure (''GRAAP''), which contemplate that an agency may promulgate its own rules. 1 Pa. Code § 31.1(c). The agency desires to enact rules more suited to its statutory requirements. Stefanie Hamilton
(717) 787-1471Final omitted rulemaking for changes to regulations under the Banking Code of 1965—
Title 10Fall 2020, with omission of notice of proposed rulemaking under 45 P.S. § 1204 The Department will be pursuing a final omitted rulemaking to delete portions of Title 10 that have been preempted or rendered moot by either state or federal law. Stefanie Hamilton
(717) 787-1471Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
No regulations being developed or considered at this time. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
Snowmobile and All-Terrain Vehicle Grants
17 Pa. Code Chapter 53
(# 7B-9)Winter/Spring 2020 The regulation would implement a grant program using funds from the snowmobile and ATV management restricted accounts. Alex MacDonald
(717) 772-4586
Lisa Maiorana, Esq.
(717) 783-0139Department of Corrections (DOC)
Inmate Correspondence
37 Pa. Code § 93.2Fall 2020,
as ProposedInmate correspondence regulations are being revised to reflect new DOC procedures for processing mail. Tracey Tubbs
(717) 728-7763Inmate Visiting Privileges
37 Pa. Code § 93.3Fall 2020,
as ProposedInmate visiting privileges regulations are being revised to reflect DOC changes to its visiting policy. Tracey Tubbs
(717) 728-7763Purchase for Inmates by Family and Friends
37 Pa. Code § 93.4Fall 2020,
as ProposedPurchase for inmates by family and friends regulations are being revised for clarification and to more accurately comport with current standards. Tracey Tubbs
(717) 728-7763Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Recovery House Regulations
28 Pa. Code Chapter 709, Subchapter L (new)Fall 2020,
as Final-OmittedAct 59 of 2017 directs DDAP to establish regulations for recovery houses that receive public funds or referrals. Recovery houses provide support to individuals receiving outpatient treatment for substance use disorder who may benefit from supportive housing, a substance-free environment, and peer camaraderie. Preparation of the final-omitted regulatory package is under way. Jordan Lewis
(717) 736-7466Department of Education (PDE) Regulations of the State Board of Private Academic Schools
22 Pa. Code Chapters 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61 and 63Spring 2021,
as ProposedThese regulations define the requirements for obtaining licensure as a Private Academic School. The Board is in the process of updating the regulations, which were promulgated in 1988. The regulations are promulgated under the authority of the Private Academic Schools Act (24 P.S. §§ 6701 et. seq.). Matthew Stem
(717) 787-2127Professional Standards and Practices Commission
22 Pa. Code Chapter 235Fall 2020,
as FinalThis chapter sets forth the standards for professional practice and conduct applicable to educators. The regulation updates this chapter to conform to the 2014 amendments to the Educator Discipline Act (24 P.S. § 2070.1a et seq.) and to expound the obligations educators owe to students, colleagues and the profession, with an emphasis on appropriate student-teacher boundaries, electronic communications with students and role model responsibilities. The regulation is promulgated under the authority of sections 5(a)(10) and 5(a)(14) of the Educator Discipline Act (24 P.S. § 2070.5(a)(10) and § 2070.5(a)(14)). Shane Crosby
(717) 787-6576Department of Education Fall 2020,
as ProposedThese regulations will address the possession and use of medical marijuana by students and employees on the grounds of a preschool, primary school and a secondary school. These regulations are promulgated under authority of the Medical Marijuana Act (2016 Pa. Laws 16). Sherri Smith
(717) 772-4557Department of Education Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation will establish the permanent fees for institutions of higher education to participate in the state authorization reciprocity agreement. These regulations are promulgated under authority granted by the Act 35 of 2016
(24 P.S. § 1-124(b)).Lynette Kuhn
(717) 783-8228Regulations of the State Board of Private Licensed Schools
22 Pa. Code Chapter 73Fall 2020,
as ProposedThese regulations define the requirements for obtaining and maintaining licensure as a Private Licensed School and set outcomes benchmarks. The regulations are promulgated under the authority of the Private Licensed Schools Act (24 P.S. §§ 6501 et. seq.). Lynette Kuhn
(717) 783-8228Regulations of Special Education Services and Programs
22 Pa. Code Chapter 14Fall 2020,
as Final-OmittedThis regulation supports Pennsylvania's people with an intellectual disability by updating the language in 22 Pa. Code relating to education by replacing the terms ''mentally retarded'' and ''mental retardation'' with the terms ''intellectual disability'' or ''intellectual disabilities.'' The regulation is promulgated under the authority of Sections 502, 1372, 26-2603-B, of the Public School Code of 1949, as amended, 24 P.S. Sections 5-502, 13-1372, 26-2603-B. Sections 875-101 through 875-503 of the Early Intervention Services System Act, as amended, 11 P.S. Sections 875-101 through 875-503. Karen Molchanow
(717) 787-3787Regulations of Charter School and Cyber Charter School Services and Programs for Children with Disabilities
22 Pa. Code Chapter 711Fall 2020,
as Final-OmittedThis regulation supports Pennsylvania's people with an intellectual disability by updating the language in 22 Pa. Code relating to education by replacing the terms ''mentally retarded'' and ''mental retardation'' with the terms ''intellectual disability'' or ''intellectual disabilities.'' The regulation is promulgated under the authority of Sections 1701-A through 1732-A, 1749-A(b)(8), 1751-A, of the Public School Code of 1949, as amended, 24 P.S. §§ 17-1701-A through 17-1732-A, 17-1749-A(b)(8), 17-1751-A and §§ 875-101 through 875-503 of the Early Intervention Services System Act, as amended, 11 P.S. §§ 875-101 through 875-503. Sherri Smith
(717) 772-4557State Board of Education
22 Pa. Code Chapter 49Fall 2020,
as ProposedThese regulations establish requirements for certification of professional personnel employed in the public schools of the Commonwealth. The regulations are open for a required major review. In Spring 2019, the Board began initial stakeholder outreach on the draft amendments proposed by the Secretary of Education by conducting statewide public hearings and inviting written comments. The regulations are promulgated under the authority of the Public School Code of 1949, 24 P.S. § 2603-B. Karen Molchanow
(717) 787-3787State Board of Education
22 Pa. Code Chapter 4Fall 2020,
as ProposedThese regulations establish the academic standards for Science and Technology, and for Environment and Ecology and serve as the basis for curriculum development and instruction in schools in the Commonwealth. In September 2019, the State Board of Education directed the Pennsylvania Department of Education to begin the process of updating the science standards to align with current research and best practices, including a review of the Next Generation Science Standards. Karen Molchanow
(717) 787-3787At the same time, the Board will make technical updates to Chapter 4 to align relevant sections of the regulation with changes to high school graduation requirements enacted by Act 158 of 2018 and will update terminology to replace references to vocational-technical education with the more appropriate term Career and Technical Education.
The regulations are promulgated under the authority of Public School Code of 1949,
24 P.S. § 26-2604-B(b)(vii).State Board of Education
22 Pa. Code Chapter 11Fall 2020,
as Final-OmittedThe Board will make technical updates to Chapter 11 to align relevant sections of the regulation with the changes to the compulsory school age that were enacted by Act 16 of 2019. Karen Molchanow
(717) 787-3787Department of Education Winter 2020,
as ProposedThe Department will promulgate new regulations to ensure transparency and accountability in implementation of the Charter School Law related to the establishment of a charter school entity, the governance and operation of a charter school entity, and the closure of a charter school entity. The regulations are promulgated under the authority of the Public School Code of 1949, 24 P.S. §§ 17-1732-A(c) and 17-1751-A. Adam Schott
(717) 525-5755Environmental Hearing Board (EHB)
Practice and Procedure
25 Pa. Code Chapter 1021
(# 106-13)Fall 2020, as Proposed The rulemaking proposes to amend the Board's rules in the following categories: motions for admission pro hac vice; petitions to appeal nunc pro tunc; the requirement of a table of contents in briefs exceeding 30 pages and in prehearing memoranda; and other minor corrections to the rules. Maryanne Wesdock,
Senior Assistant Counsel
(412) 565-5245Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Water Supply Replacement for Coal Surface Mining
25 Pa. Code Chapters 87—90
(# 7-545)Quarter 4, 2020,
EQB Consideration, as FinalThis rulemaking revises Chapters 87—90, to clarify what is necessary to meet the coal mine operator's obligation to permanently pay the operation and maintenance costs for replacement water supplies. (Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act) Sharon Hill
(717) 787-6842
shill@pa.govNoncoal Mining Clarifications and Corrections
25 Pa. Code Chapter 77
(# 7-554)Quarter 4, 2020,
EQB Consideration, as Proposed
This rulemaking proposes to clarify and correct existing regulatory requirements for noncoal mining. The rulemaking also proposes to update the blasting section to be consistent with the recently revised Chapter 211 and to reflect current technology. (Noncoal Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, Clean Streams Law) Bill Allen
(717) 783-9580
wallen@pa.govCoal Refuse Disposal Revisions
25 Pa. Code Chapter 90
(# 7-565)Quarter 1, 2021, EQB Consideration, as Proposed This rulemaking proposes to implement Act 74 of 2019. Proposed regulatory amendments will include clarification of the triggering events that would require an operator to install a system to prevent precipitation from contacting the coal refuse; differences between the State and Federal regulations relating to temporary cessation; and establish a connection between the disposal area and the source of the refuse. (Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, Clean Streams Law, Coal Refuse Disposal Control Act) Greg Greenfield
(717) 787-3174
grgreenfie@pa.govEnvironmental Protection Performance Standards for Conventional Oil and Gas Operators
25 Pa. Code Chapter 78
(# 7-539)Quarter 2, 2021,
EQB Consideration, as Proposed
This rulemaking proposes to amend the Oil and Gas regulations applicable to conventional operators (Chapter 78) to update the environmental protection performance standards related to oil and gas activities. (2012 Oil and Gas Act, Clean Streams Law, Solid Waste Management Act, Dam Safety Encroachment Act, Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, Radiation Protection Act, Unconventional Well Report Act, Act 126 of 2014) Kurt Klapkowski
(717) 772-2199
kklapkowsk@pa.govWaste Management and Related Issues at Conventional Oil and Gas Well Sites
25 Pa. Code Chapter 78
(# 7-540)Quarter 2, 2021,
EQB Consideration, as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking relates primarily to the proper management of waste generated at conventional oil and gas well sites. The purpose of this regulation is to update the performance standards for surface activities at conventional well sites to ensure that these activities are conducted in a manner that protects the health, safety, and environment and property of Pennsylvania's residents. Kurt Klapkowski
(717) 772-2199
kklapkowsk@pa.govAdministration of the Land Recycling Program
25 Pa. Code Chapter 250
(# 7-552)Quarter 1, 2021,
Consideration as FinalThe rulemaking proposes to amend
25 Pa. Code Chapter 250 to update the medium specific concentrations (MSCs) established under the Statewide health standard based on the most recent published scientific information. MSCs are concentrations of contaminants in soil and groundwater that are protective of human health and the environment under various exposure scenarios. This rule also proposes to add MSCs for three new contaminants, including Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA), Perfluorooctance Sulfonate (PFOS), and Perfluorobutane Sulfonate (PFBS). These contaminants are within the Per- and Poly-fluoroalkyl Acid (PFAS) family of compounds for which the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published toxicological data. These regulations identify the formulas DEP must use to calculate MSCs and the sources of the toxicological information. This rulemaking also proposes to clarify administrative elements of Chapter 250. DEP is required by § 250.11 to propose appropriate MSC changes based on current scientific information no more than 36 months after the effective date of the most recently promulgated MSCs. (Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act)Troy Conrad
(717) 783-9480
tconrad@pa.govRadiation Safety Requirements for Non-Healing Arts Radiation Generating Devices
25 Pa. Code Chapters 227 and 228
(# 7-555)Quarter 4, 2020,
EQB Consideration, as ProposedThis rulemaking proposes to update Chapter 227 to stay current with advances that have occurred in the uses of non-medical X-ray equipment. The revisions will ensure consistency with other government agencies that similarly regulate these devices. (Radiation Protection Act) John Chippo
(717) 787-2480
jchippo@pa.govWater Quality Standards—Class A Stream Redesignations
25 Pa. Code Chapter 93
(# 7-548)Quarter 4, 2020,
EQB Consideration, as FinalThe regulatory changes included in this rulemaking are the result of stream evaluations conducted by DEP in response to a submittal of data from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC). In this rulemaking, redesignations rely on § 93.4b(a)(2)(ii) to qualify streams for High Quality (HQ) designations based upon their classifications as Class A wild trout streams. DEP staff conducted an independent review of the trout biomass data in the PFBC's fisheries management reports for streams throughout the Commonwealth to ensure that the HQ criteria were met. Based on these data and appropriate regulatory criteria, DEP developed this package of stream redesignations including HQ stream redesignations in the Delaware, Susquehanna and Ohio River basins. (Section 303(c)(1) of the Federal Clean Water Act) Tom Barron
(717) 787-9637
tbarron@pa.govWater Quality Standard for Manganese
25 Pa. Code Chapters 93 and 96
(# 7-553)Quarter 2, 2021,
EQB Consideration as FinalThis rulemaking proposes to address a provision regarding the water quality standards for manganese included in Act 40 of 2017. This rulemaking proposes to amend 25 Pa. Code Chapter 93 (relating to water quality standards) and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 96 (relating to water quality standards implementation). The amendments propose to delete manganese from Table 3 at § 93.7 (relating to specific water quality criteria) and add manganese to Table 5 at § 93.8c (relating to human health and aquatic life criteria for toxic substances). Also, the amendments propose two alternatives for a point of compliance with the manganese water quality standard: the point of all existing or planned surface potable water supply withdrawals; or all surface waters (i.e., near the point of discharge). (Administrative Code of 1929, Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law, Federal Clean Water Act) Michael Lookenbill
(717) 787-2959
mlookenbil@pa.govWater Quality Standards—
Dunbar Creek et al. Stream Redesignations
25 Pa. Code Chapter 93
(# 7-557)Quarter 4, 2020 EQB Consideration, as Proposed The regulatory changes included in this rulemaking are the result of stream evaluations conducted by DEP in response to petitions submitted by citizens and data collected by the Department. In this rulemaking, redesignations rely on § 93.4b(a) and (b) to qualify one water for High Quality (HQ) and seven waters for Exceptional Value (EV) as well as correct the erroneous HQ designation of UNT Oley Creek to remove HQ. One water will be redesignated from Trout Stocking to Cold Water Fishes. Based on these data and appropriate regulatory criteria, DEP developed this package of stream redesignations including HQ stream redesignations in the Delaware, Susquehanna and Ohio River basins. (Section 303(c)(1) of the Federal Clean Water Act) Michael Lookenbill
(717) 783-2959 mlookenbil@pa.govWater Quality Management and NPDES Permit Application Fees and Annual Fees 25 Pa. Code Chapters 91 and 92a
(# 7-533)Quarter 1, 2021,
EQB Consideration, as FinalThis rulemaking proposes to amend fees related to water quality management permitting (Chapter 91) and proposes to amend the fee schedule for NPDES permit applications (Chapter 92a). Chapter 91 establishes, among other things, a water quality management (WQM) permitting program for the construction of sewage and industrial waste treatment facilities and for land application of sewage and industrial wastes. DEP began its Chapter 92a annual invoicing and fee collection program in December 2010. Chapter 92a updated the fee schedule for NPDES permit applications for persons to discharge pollutants from point sources into surface waters. In addition, Chapter 92a introduced an annual fee for certain facilities authorized to discharge pollutants by individual NPDES permits. A fee analysis that DEP presented to the EQB in 2014 highlighted that, despite the fee increase in 2010, revenue continues to fall short of expenses, impeding the work of Programs to carry out necessary tasks for protecting water resources in the Commonwealth. (Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law) Sean Furjanic
(717) 787-2137
sefurjanic@pa.govNational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Program and Combined Sewer Overflows (CSO)
25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a
(# 7-563)Quarter 1, 2021, EQB Consideration, as Proposed This rulemaking proposes to amend
25 Pa. Code § 92a.51(a) to provide an exception for combined sewer overflows (CSO) dischargers with approved long-term control plans (LTCPs) to comply with water quality standards in accordance with the schedule contained in the approved LTCPs allowing renewals of NPDES permits for CSOs to move forward. (Federal Clean Water Act, Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law)Sean Furjanic
(717) 787-2137 sefurjanic@pa.govDam Safety and Waterway Management
25 Pa. Code Chapter 105
(# 7-556)Quarter 1, 2021,
Publication,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would amend Chapter 105; clarifying existing requirements; deleting or updating obsolete and antiquated requirements; incorporating new or revised sections and definitions; and correcting typographical errors. (Federal Clean Water Act, Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law, Dam Safety and Encroachment Act) Sid Freyermuth
(717) 772-5977
sfreyermut@pa.govAir Quality Fee Schedule Amendments
25 Pa. Code Chapters 127 and 139
(# 7-536)Quarter 3, 2020,
IRRC Consideration, as FinalThis rulemaking amends existing requirements and fee schedules codified in Chapter 127, Subchapter I to ensure that fees collected are sufficient to cover the costs of administering the air program as required under Section 6.3(a) of the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. § 4006.3(a)). Upon promulgation, the final-form regulation will be submitted to the EPA for approval as a revision to the SIP or the Title V Program Approval, as appropriate. (Air Pollution Control Act) Susan Hoyle
(717) 772-2329
shoyle@pa.govControl of VOC Emissions from Oil and Natural Gas Sources
25 Pa. Code Chapter 129
(# 7-544)Quarter 3, 2021,
EQB Consideration, as FinalThis rulemaking proposes to establish emission limitations and other requirements codified in 25 Pa. Code Chapter 129 consistent with reasonably available control technology (RACT). The proposed rulemaking would establish RACT requirements for volatile organic compounds and other pollutants from existing oil and natural gas production facilities, compressor stations, processing plants, and transmission stations. Upon promulgation, the final-form regulation would be submitted to the EPA for approval as a SIP revision. (Air Pollution Control Act) Susan Hoyle
(717) 772-2329
shoyle@pa.govControl of VOCs from Gasoline Dispensing Facilities (Stage I and Stage II)
25 Pa. Code Chapters 121 and 129
(# 7-525)Quarter 3, 2020,
Publication,
as ProposedThis rulemaking proposes to remove the requirement to install new Stage II vapor recovery systems and establish procedures for the decommissioning of existing Stage II vapor recovery systems. Stage II systems that are not decommissioned will be required to comply with existing Stage II regulatory maintenance requirements. Industry standards for Stage I and Stage II vapor leak monitoring and relating measures will be added for small gasoline storage tanks. Upon promulgation, the final-form regulation would be submitted to the EPA for approval as a SIP revision. (Air Pollution Control Act) Susan Hoyle
(717) 772-2329
shoyle@pa.govRequirements for the Control of Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in New or Retrofit Equipment and New Consumer Products
25 Pa. Code Chapters 121, 129 and 130
(# 7-562)Quarter 1, 2021,
EQB Consideration, as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would provide significant reductions in HFC emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, by preventing the future use of HFCs in sources such as air conditioning and refrigeration. Reductions in HFC emissions will help address climate change and decrease the adverse impacts of climate change on human health, the environment, and the economy. (Air Pollution Control Act) Susan Hoyle
(717) 772-2329
shoyle@pa.govVOC RACT Requirements for Certain CTG Source Categories and Additional RACT Requirements for Major Sources of NOx and VOCs for the 2015 Ozone NAAQS
25 Pa. Code Chapters 121 and 129
(# 7-561)Quarter 4, 2020,
EQB Consideration, as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would be part of the Commonwealth's demonstration to fulfill the RACT requirements for the 2015 8-hour ozone NAAQS. The proposed rulemaking would establish presumptive VOC RACT requirements and RACT emission limitations for these CTG source categories: shipbuilding and ship repair surface coating; synthetic organic chemical manufacturing industry air oxidation, distillation, and reactor processes; and large petroleum dry cleaners. The proposed rulemaking would further establish additional presumptive NOx and VOC RACT requirements and RACT emission limitations for certain major stationary sources of NOx and VOC emissions. (Air Pollution Control Act) Susan Hoyle
(717) 772-2329
shoyle@pa.govCO2 Budget Trading Program 25 Pa. Code Chapter 145
(# 7-559)Quarter 3, 2020 EQB Consideration, as Proposed This rulemaking proposes to amend
25 Pa. Code Chapter 145 (relating to interstate pollution transport reduction) by adding Subchapter E (relating to CO2 budget trading program). This proposed rulemaking would establish a cap on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuel-fired electric generating units, with a nameplate capacity equal to or greater than 25 megawatts (MWe), in Pennsylvania. This rulemaking would allow Pennsylvania to participate in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative by establishing the Pennsylvania component of the CO2 Budget Trading Program which is designed to reduce anthropogenic emissions of CO2, a greenhouse gas, in a manner that is protective of public health, welfare and the environment and is economically efficient. (Air Pollution Control Act)Hayley Book
(717) 787-6107 hbook@pa.govMAX Delisting
25 Pa. Code Chapter 261a
(# 7-566)Quarter 1, 2021 EQB Consideration, as Proposed This proposed rulemaking seeks to amend 25 Pa. Code Chapter 261a to exclude the wastewater sludge generated from the treatment disposal impoundment and landfill leachate and contact stormwater at the MAX Environmental Technologies, Inc. Bulger and Yukon facilities from the list of hazardous wastes under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA) and Solid Waste Management Act and their implementing regulations. The regulatory changes in this rulemaking, once promulgated, will codify delisting the wastewater sludge from the Bulger and Yukon Facilities as a hazardous waste. (Solid Waste Management Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) Tom Mellott
(717) 783-3390
mtmellott@pa.govMunicipal Waste Processing Permit-By-Rule; Rural Transfer Facility
25 Pa. Code Chapter 271
(# 7-564)Quarter 1, 2021 EQB Consideration, as Proposed This proposed rulemaking amends
25 Pa. Code Chapter 271.103 to add a new municipal waste processing permit-by-rule (PBR) for rural transfer facilities. It establishes requirements for operation of a rural transfer facility, including siting, storage, recordkeeping and other requirements. This proposed rulemaking was developed to create waste management and recycling opportunities for more citizens and in communities that are currently underserved or without collection infrastructure. (Solid Waste Management Act; Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act)Laura Henry
(717) 772-5713 lahenry@pa.govProhibiting Electronic Liquid-Vaporizing Devices at Underground Bituminous Coal Mines
25 Pa. Code Chapter 208
(# 7-558)Quarter 3, 2020 BCMS Consideration, as proposed This proposed rulemaking will amend the smoking prohibition at underground bituminous coal mines to expressly prohibit the use and/or possession of electronic liquid-vaporizing devices, including, but not limited to, electronic cigarettes, and will provide for the imposition of a penalty for violations of the prohibition. This proposed rulemaking will also separately distinguish the prohibition at surface work areas of underground bituminous coal mines from the prohibition in the underground areas of these mines. (Bituminous Coal Mine Safety Act) Richard Wagner
(724) 925-5551 rwagner@pa.govAmendments to the Pennsylvania Clean Vehicles Program,
25 Pa. Code Chapter 126, Subchapter DQuarter 3, 2021 EQB Consideration, as Proposed This rulemaking will establish a requirement for automakers to offer for sale a percentage of ZEV Program-eligible light duty vehicles as part of their model offerings. With the availability of more non-emitting vehicles available for Pennsylvania's residents to purchase and the opportunity for residents to replace existing gasoline-powered or diesel-powered light-duty vehicles with non-emitting vehicles, emissions of criteria and toxic air pollutants and GHGs will be reduced from Pennsylvania's air. Vehicles are a significant contribution of air pollution and this rulemaking will improve ambient air quality and reduce the adverse effects of air pollution on public health and welfare, including the environment, particularly within environmental justice communities. Chris Trostle
(717) 772-3926 dtrostle@pa.govDepartment of General Services (DGS)
State Metrology Laboratory Fee Schedule
70 Pa. Code Chapter 110
(# 8-27)Fall 2020, as Final Form These regulations will increase the fees charged by the State Metrology Laboratory and update the description fields to accurately reflect the Metrology Lab's measurement parameters and ranges. Proposed rulemaking delivered to IRRC on June 18, 2019 and subsequently published in Pa. Bulletin on June 29, 2019; agency reviewing Legislative and IRRC comments received and working on Final Form regulatory package. Ken Hess
(717) 787-4352
Mary Fox
(717) 787-6789Department of Health (DOH) Health Facilities and Hospitals
28 Pa. Code Chapters 51
and 101—158November 2020,
as ProposedThe Secretary of Health created a task force of hospital industry representatives to review the current hospital regulations and provide recommendations to improve the quality of care in hospitals across the state. The hospital regulations will be updated to reflect those recommendations. Sarah Kurish
(717) 783-2500
Susan Coble
(717) 783-1078
Scott Mincemoyer
(717) 736-7358
Lawrence Clark
(717) 547-3047Long Term Care Facilities
28 Pa. Code Chapters 201—211December 2020,
as ProposedPennsylvania's long-term care facility licensure regulations were last updated in 1999. Since that time, the clinical complexity of nursing home residents has changed substantially. The Nursing Home Quality Improvement Task Force was commissioned by the Secretary of Health to make recommendations for revisions to the regulations. The long-term care facility regulations will be updated to reflect those recommendations. Kevin Hoffman
(717) 783-2500
Susan Coble
(717) 783-1078
Ann Chronister
(717) 787-8015
Lawrence Clark
(717) 547-3047Communicable and Noncommunicable Diseases
28 Pa. Code Chapter 27February 2021,
as ProposedTo revise the listing and details associated with the reportable disease regulations (Chapter 27) to include additional and emerging diseases, new laboratory tests, and changes to exclusion policies for individuals with evidence of disease. Changes will allow for alignment with national standards and improve disease surveillance, investigation and response efforts. Yvette M. Kostelac
(717) 783-2500
Raphael Barishansky
(717) 783-8804
Sharon Watkins
(717) 787-3350The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act
P.L. 233, No. 64March 2021, as Proposed Act 96 of 2018 amends the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to provide for the required use of electronic prescribing for scheduled II—V controlled substances, including provisions for exemptions and penalties. Per Act 96 the Department of Health will promulgate regulations necessary to implement the requirements of the Act. Keith Fickel
(717) 783-2500
Meghna Patel
(717) 787-6436Screening and Follow-up for Diseases of the Newborn
28 Pa. Code Chapter 28November 2020, as Proposed To revise and update the newborn screening regulations (Chapter 28) to include additional diseases, changes to policies and reporting requirements. Critical congenital heart defects in accordance with the Newborn Child Pulse Oximetry Screening Act and hearing screening in accordance with the Infant Hearing, Education, Assessment, Reporting, and Referral Act will be added to the regulations. Keith Fickel
(717) 783-2500
Stacey Gustin
(717) 783-8143Medical Marijuana Program 28 Pa. Code Chapters 1141a—1230a November 2021, as Proposed To promulgate as proposed permanent regulations to update existing temporary regulations to the Medical Marijuana program. Carol Mowery
(717) 783-2500
Mark Kovalcin
(717) 783-2500
John Collins
(717) 547-3047Tanning Regulations January 2021, as Proposed The Indoor Tanning Act provides for regulations to be promulgated by the Department as required for implementation of the Act. The Department is proposing regulations to further clarify the requirements for the operation of tanning facilities and to provide for safety of the consumers of tanning products. Keith Fickel
(717) 783-2500
Linda Chamberlain (717) 736-7350Department of Human Services (DHS)
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services
55 Pa. Code Chapter 5231Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will amend psychiatric rehabilitation services for individuals 14 years of age and older with serious mental health conditions to support the transition to adulthood, implement an initiative to improve coordination between the child and adult mental health care systems, and amend outdated language throughout. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Subsidized Child Care Eligibility
55 Pa. Code Chapters 3041, 3042Fall 2020, as Proposed This regulation will rescind Chapter 3041 and replace it with Chapter 3042 to add requirements imposed by the 2014 Reauthorization of the Child Care Development Block Grant and amend other requirements regarding redetermination, continuation of subsidy during job loss, reporting and verification, financial eligibility, and prioritized groups. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Child Day Care Centers, Group Child-Care Day-Care Homes, Family Child Day Care Homes
55 Pa. Code Chapters
3270, 3280 and 3290
(# 14-542)Fall 2020, as Final
This regulation will add new requirements imposed by the 2014 Reauthorization of the Child Care Development Block Grant and other requirements, including employment, background checks, training, water safety training, and equipment. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Definitions and Requirements
55 Pa. Code Chapters 123 and 133Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will allow applicants for and recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) to fulfill requirements without a face-to-face interview. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Medical Assistance Manual 55 Pa. Code Chapter 1101.51 Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will be amended to rescind the outdated ''shared space'' language at § 1101.51(b)(3) to allow for a more integrated approach to the provision of health care by multi-disciplinary and co-location arrangements. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Medical Assistance Manual 55 Pa. Code Chapter 1121 Winter 2021, as Proposed This proposed regulation includes technical amendments to Title 55 of the Pennsylvania Code, Chapters 1101, 1121, 1141, 1142 and 1144. In addition to the technical amendments, the payment methodology for covered outpatient drugs has been amended in Chapter 1121 to comply with the Covered Outpatient Drugs final rule issued by CMS on 2/1/16 (81 FR 5170). Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Medical Assistance Manual 55 Pa. Code §§ 1101.65 and 1150.51 Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will be amended to rescind language at 55 Pa. Code § 1101.65(3) and § 1150.51(a) that prohibits payments to practitioners' corporations or partnerships composed of unlike practitioners. The rescission of the prohibitive language will allow payment to be made to a group of unlike providers. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
Medical Assistance Manual
Chapter 1150Spring 2021, as Proposed This proposed regulation provides for direct payment for anesthesia administered to the administering Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists instead of the supervising physicians. The amendment also provides for payment for anesthesia services in an outpatient hospital and ambulatory surgical center. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Medical Marijuana in Facilities
55 Pa. Code Chapters 3270, 3280, 3290, 3800, 5310, 6400 and 6600Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will amend Chapters 3270, 3280, 3290, 3800, 5310, 6400 and 6600 as directed by Section 2105 of Act 16 of 2016, the Medical Marijuana Act, regarding possession and use of medical marijuana in child care centers or other social services centers. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Administration of County Children and Youth Social Service Programs
55 Pa. Code Chapter 3130Spring 2021, as Proposed This regulation will replace Chapter 3130 to align with current practice models and support implementation of improvements consistent with the Child and Family Services Review findings and amendments to state and federal laws. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Adult Protective Services
55 Pa. Code Chapter 15Winter 2021, as Proposed This regulation will govern the investigation of allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation or abandonment of adults between the ages of 18 and 59 years, and the provision of protective services as indicated by the results of those investigations. The authority for the regulation and resulting services is provided by Act 70 of 2010, the Adult Protective Services Act. Jonathan McVey
(717) 783-4286Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) Health Insurance Reserves
(NAIC Model Regulation)Fall 2020,
as FinalAmendments to Chapter 84a based upon NAIC Model amendments regarding actuarial reserving requirements. Richard L. Hendrickson,
Department Counsel
(717) 787-2567Mental Health Parity Analysis Documentation Winter 2020, as Proposed Creation of new Chapter 168, setting forth requirements for Mental Health Parity Analysis Documentation. Richard L. Hendrickson, Department Counsel
(717) 787-2567Department of Labor and Industry (L&I)
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Title 34, Part I, Chapters 14 and 14a
Bureau of Occupational and Industrial SafetySpring 2021,
as ProposedUpdate regulations based on Act 144 of 2012 and adopt requirements for storage and dispensing of compressed natural gas as vehicular fuel. Matthew Kegg
(717) 783-6304Unemployment Compensation
Title 34, Chapter 101
Board of ReviewFall 2020,
as ProposedUpdate regulation to reflect statutory and operational changes. Also, update regulations based on needs for Benefits Modernization System. Brian Parr
(717) 787-5122Unemployment Compensation
Title 34, Chapter 65
Employee ProvisionsFall 2020,
as ProposedUpdate regulations based on needs for Benefits Modernization System and other operational changes. Susan Dickinson
(717) 787-4403Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Currently Title 55, Part IV, Adult Services Manual, Subpart D Non-residential Agencies/Facilities/Services
Chapter 2430 to be moved to Title 34Winter 2020,
as ProposedDeletion of current regulations and creation of new regulations for the Business Enterprise Program to reflect operational changes, based on the transfer of the program from the Department of Welfare to L&I, Act 15 of 1999. Rod Alcidonis
(717) 787-7312Apprenticeship EEO Regulations
Title 34, Chapter 81
Equal Opportunity in Apprenticeship ProgramsSpring 2021,
as ProposedUpdate the PA apprenticeship regulations to align with new federal EEO regulations. Eric Ramsay
(717) 787-6997Bureau of Workers' Compensation
Title 34, Chapter 123
Subchapter B.
Impairment RatingsFall 2020,
as ProposedUpdate regulations to reflect new statutory provisions and changes to the IRE process enacted by Act 111 of 2018. Marianne Saylor
(717) 783-5421Employment of Minors
Title 34, Part 1, Chapter 11 Bureau of Labor Law ComplianceFall 2021, as Proposed Update regulations related to employment of minors to reflect 2012 updates to the Child Labor Act. Bryan Smolock
(717) 787-0606Special Rules of Administrative Practice and Procedure Before the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board,
Title 34, Part VII, Chapter 111, Workers' Compensation Appeal BoardFall 2020,
as ProposedModernize regulations to reflect judicial best practices in scheduling of oral argument after the parties file briefs. Steven Loux
(717) 783-7838Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)
Veterans' Homes Regulations
43 Pa. Code Chapter 7Spring 2021,
as ProposedThe Department wishes to promulgate a comprehensive update to its regulations on State Veterans' Homes. The statutory authority for these regulations is section 902(10) of the Military and Veterans Code (51 Pa.C.S § 903(10)). These regulations are out-of-date. They were last updated in 1986. The purpose of the changes to these regulations is to bring them in line with best practices in the long-term care arena. Elizabeth Pettis
(717) 861-8503Bureau of Veterans' Affairs
43 Pa. Code Chapter 5Winter 2021,
as ProposedThe Department wishes to promulgate a comprehensive update to its regulations related to the former Bureau of Veterans' Affairs that is now the Bureau of Programs, Initiatives, Reintegration and Outreach. The statutory authority for these regulations Sections 1704(7) and 7701 of the Military and Veterans Code (51 Pa.C.S.). These regulations are out-of-date. They were last updated in 1991. Elizabeth Pettis
(717) 861-8503Fort Indiantown Gap
43 Pa. Code (new Chapter)Spring 2022,
as ProposedFort Indiantown Gap is owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and operated by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The post is home to tens of thousands of Soldiers and civilians every year for training and other activities. Department wishes to promulgate regulatory authority and installation regulations that enhance the safety of military and civilian personnel and protect the military and Commonwealth property. The statutory authority for these regulations Chapter 7 § 708 of the Military and Veterans Code (51 Pa.C.S.). Elizabeth Pettis
(717) 861-8503Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Administration of the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Program
37 Pa. Code Chapter 203
(# 17-80)Summer 2021,
as Proposed This regulatory packet has been approved by OAG. Pending submission to IRRC, committees and LRB.Title 53 Pa.C.S. § 2164(14) conveys powers and duties to the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission to make such rules and regulations and to perform such other duties as may be reasonably necessary or appropriate to implement the education and training program for police officers. Omnibus revisions to Chapter 203, which pertains to the certification and training of the Commonwealth's municipal police officers, are necessary to modernize these regulations, as they have not undergone a major revision since 1996. The amendments that will be proposed are the product of an extensive review project that included key stakeholders of the regulated community. Sergeant Leslie Barr (717) 705-0843 Administration of Law Enforcement Background Investigations and Employment Information
Act 57 of 2020Spring 2021, as Proposed
Under developmentAct 57 of 2020 (P.L. 613, July 14, 2020,
No. 57) established the requirement for background investigations and employment information for law enforcement officers. Duties conveyed to the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission include to establish and maintain an electronic database containing separation records of law enforcement officers; establish minimum background investigation standards; and promulgate regulations.Sergeant Leslie Barr (717) 705-0843 Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
Sheriffs' and Deputy Sheriffs' Education and Training Program
37 Pa. Code Chapter 421Spring 2021,
as ProposedThe Deputy Sheriffs' Education and Training Board (Board), an advisory board within the Commission on Crime and Delinquency, plans to amend the regulations at 37 Pa. Code Chapter 421 (relating to Deputy Sheriffs' Education and Training Board) due to statutory changes in Act 114 of 2014 (Act of Jul. 9, 2014, P.L. 1006, No. 114). Mike Pennington
(717) 265-8461
Debra Sandifer
(717) 265-8517Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) No regulations being developed or considered at this time. Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) Assistance and Clean Water State Revolving Fund
25 Pa. Code §§ 963.1—
963.20, including inter alia:
963.12(a)
963.13(c)
963.13(e)
963.15(a)
963.15(c)
963.16
963.18(c)
963.20
(# 101-10)Fall 2020, as Proposed
The PENNVEST Board voted to approve the proposed rulemaking on January 29, 2020.Revisions under consideration include, inter alia:
Amendments to 25 Pa. Code §§ 963.1—963.20 to be consistent with statutory revisions imposed by P.L. 51,
No. 16, enacted June 19, 2013, the Federal Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, and guidance revisions implemented by the Department of Environmental Protection, to reflect updates to business practices, and to incorporate any provisions necessary to accommodate for the deletion of
25 Pa. Code § 965 in its entirety, including, but not limited to the following:
(1) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.12(a)(1) by revising the section to provide for the eligibility of certain interior plumbing costs. (2) Delete 25 Pa. Code § 963.12(a)(3) and § 963.12(c)(3) thereby allowing PENNVEST to provide financial assistance (loan and grant) for costs associated with the purchase of land that qualify as eligible costs under § 963.11(a)(4).
(3) Delete 25 Pa. Code § 963.12(a)(7) thereby allowing PENNVEST to provide financial assistance (loan and grant) for costs associated with the extraction for profit of minerals or other resources from wastewater or sludge whether the project is sponsored by a public or private actor.Shawn W. Weis
(717) 783-6776(4) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.13(c) by revising the section to provide for an amortization of advance funding loans with a term of 59 months of interest only and repayment of principal and interest on the 60th month.
(5) Delete 25 Pa. Code § 963.13(e) requiring PENNVEST to set aside 10% of the available finance assistance for advance funding assistance due to a lack of demand. (6) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.15(a) by revising the first sentence to provide for a change in the normal loan term to allow 3 years of interest only prior to principal amortization.
(7) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.15(c)(5) to provide that maximum interest rates on loans shall be determined based upon the unemployment rate for the applicable county in the most recent calendar year for which data has been finalized as of the application cutoff date.
(8) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.15(c)(6) by revising the sentence to define ''bond interest rate'' to mean the rate of interest paid by the Commonwealth in its issuance of general obligation bonds immediately preceding the application cut-off date for the next regularly scheduled PENNVEST Board meeting.
(9) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.16 to provide the parameters of a loan or bond guarantee program to be provided by PENNVEST.
(10) Amend 25 Pa. Code § 963.18(c)(2)(iii) to increase the threshold for PENNVEST's prior written approval of change orders from $25,000, or 2 percent of the amount of the project's construction cost, whichever is less, to $50,000.
(11) Delete 25 Pa. Code § 963.20 eliminating the requirement for a second opinion project review for projects in excess of $10M.Pennsylvania State Police (PSP)
Training and Minimum Standards Under the Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act
37 Pa. Code Chapter 51Fall 2021,
as ProposedTitle 18 Pa.C.S. § 5724 requires the Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Attorney General to establish a training course for certification related to conducting wiretapping and electronic surveillance. Revisions to Chapter 51 as it relates to officer certification/re-certification and authorization to engage in the conduct of communications interception will be proposed to adjust the training to current technology and operational needs. Sergeant Leslie Barr (717) 705-0843 Purchase and Possession of Partially-Manufactured Frame or Receiver for Pistol or Rifle
37 Pa. Code (new chapter)Summer 2021 as Proposed Title 18 Pa.C.S. § 6111.1 requires the Pennsylvania State Police to administer the provisions of the Uniform Firearms Act. The Office of Attorney General, Official Opinion 2019-3, 49 Pa.B. 7659, establishes a partially-manufactured frame or receiver for a pistol or rifle as a firearm as defined within the Uniform Firearms Act. The purpose of the proposed rulemaking is to ensure clear guidance is given to licensees/sheriffs and the public in processing the sale/transfer and possession of a partially-manufactured frame or receiver for a pistol or rifle. Sergeant Leslie Barr (717) 705-0843 Department of Revenue (DOR)
Amendments to Local Option Small Games of Chance (SGOC)
61 Pa. Code Chapter 901aOctober 2020, as Proposed The Department is proposing to replace Chapter 901 with a new Chapter 901a as a result of the amendments to the SGOC law. The proposed rulemaking will reorganize and clarify the SGOC regulations as well as incorporate necessary changes to implement Acts 2 and 184 of 2012 and Acts 90 and 92 of 2013. John Brenner
(717) 705-3906Amendments to Realty Transfer Tax (RTT) Regulations
61 Pa. Code Chapter 91September 2020, as Proposed Amendments to the RTT regulations are being proposed to improve the clarity and effectiveness of the regulations. Additionally, the proposed amendments will be consistent with Department policy and language in the RTT statute. John Brenner
(717) 705-3906iLottery [Games]
61 Pa. Code Chapter 876
(# 15-460)Proposed rulemaking published at
49 Pa.B. 2242
(May 4, 2019)Act 42 of 2017 authorized the Department to promulgate ''temporary'' regulations for iLottery games, effective for two years upon publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin. The temporary regulations for iLottery Games were published at 48 Pa.B. 1829 (March 31, 2018) and codified in the June 2018 Supplement to the Pennsylvania Code. The final-form rulemaking became effective upon publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin at 50 Pa.B. 1528 (March 14, 2020) and was codified in the June 2020 Supplement to the Pennsylvania Code. Casey Fenstermaker (717) 346-1860 Corporate Net Income Tax—61 Pa. Code Chapter 153 (Proposed Rulemaking) Business income and nonbusiness income October 2020, as Proposed Under the authority contained in section 6 of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 (TRC) (72 P.S. § 6), the Department is proposing amendments to the Corporate Net Income Tax regulations by adding section 153.24a (relating to business and nonbusiness income) due to legislative changes and further development of the Unitary Business Principle of the U.S. Constitution in case law. Informal Public Outreach was conducted in January/February 2020. Douglas Berguson
(717) 346-4633Department of State (DOS)
State Board of Accountancy
Competence to Supervise Attest Services
49 Pa. Code § 11.23a
(# 16A-5516)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would provide a CPE ''safe harbor'' for licensees supervising attest services; require licensees supervising, signing or authorizing another to sign an accountant's report for attest services to comply with the competency requirements; and fix a typographical error. Sara Fox
(717) 783-3399State Architects Licensure Board Electronic Seals and Signing
49 Pa. Code Chapter 9
(# 16A-4111)Spring 2021,
as FinalThe proposed regulations would update existing regulations on seals and set forth standard requirements for electronic seals and electronic signing of design documents. The goal of this proposal is to be consistent with proposed regulations of the State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists and the State Board of Landscape Architects to provide all design professionals with standards that are as consistent as possible with respect to both traditional seals and electronic seals to benefit both the design professionals and their clients. Amanda Li
(717) 783-3397State Athletic Commission Prohibited Drug Testing—
58 Pa. Code, Part I, Subpart A, Chapter 15
(# 16-58)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would revise existing regulations on drug testing for boxers, mixed martial arts participants and kick boxers, as authorized under section 709 of the Boxing Act. Martha Brown
(717) 783-0736State Board of Auctioneer Examiners Schedule of Fees
49 Pa. Code § 1.41
(# 16A-6411)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking is needed to increase application and biennial renewal fees to provide sufficient biennial revenue to meet projected expenditures as required under section 6(a) of the Auctioneer Licensing and Trading Assistant Registration Act (63 P.S. § 734.6). Terrie Kocher
(717) 783-3397State Board of Barber Examiners Schedule of Fees
49 Pa. Code § 3.103
(# 16A-4230)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking is needed to increase the application and biennial renewal fees to provide sufficient biennial revenue to meet the projected expenditures as required under section 14 of the Barbers' License Law (63 P.S. § 564). Kelly Diller
(717) 783-1261State Board of Chiropractic Government Employee Liability Coverage
49 Pa. Code §§ 5.17(f) and 5.41
(# 16A-4325)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe Chiropractic Practice Act requires chiropractors to maintain professional liability insurance, including self-insurance. This regulation would permit a licensee who practices exclusively on behalf of the government to meet this requirement by reliance upon the coverage provided under the Federal Tort Claims Act or the Sovereign Immunity Act as administered by the Commonwealth's Employee Liability Self-Insurance Program. Michelle Roberts
(717) 783-7155Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 5.91—5.96
(# 16A-4322)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Chiropractic obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Michelle Roberts
(717) 783-7155Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs Act 41 Regulations
(Boards and Commissions have not yet assigned specific regulation numbers.)Fall 2020,
as ProposedAct 41 was signed by the Governor on July 1, 2019, and requires all licensing boards and commissions under the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs to draft regulations for the implementation of Act 41 to include methods of determining competency and terms of provisional licenses. Jacqueline A. Wolfgang
(717) 783-7200Representation
49 Pa. Code Chapter 43b
(# 16A-065)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis regulation is a procedural regulation that will permit representation by non-attorneys for partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, trusts, agencies and political subdivisions, and other associations. Jacqueline A. Wolfgang
(717) 783-7200Bureau of Elections Services and Notary Notaries Public
4 Pa. Code, Part VIII,
Subpart C
(# 16-59)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe rulemaking implements the act of October 9, 2013 (P.L. 609, No. 73), which adopted the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA). Martha Brown
(717) 783-0736State Board of Cosmetology Schedule of Fees
49 Pa. Code Chapter 7
(# 16A-4520)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would increase the application and biennial renewal fees to provide sufficient biennial revenue to meet the projected expenditures as required under section 14 of the Cosmetology Law (63 P.S. § 522). Kelly Diller
(717) 783-1261Massage Therapists in Cosmetology or Esthetician Salons
49 Pa. Code Chapter 7
(# 16A-4518)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking implements part of the Act 136 of 2014 (P.L. 2476, No. 136), which allows massage therapists to practice within the licensed square footage of cosmetology or esthetician salons and requires the Board and the State Board of Massage Therapy to jointly promulgate regulations to carry out these provisions. Statutory Authority: Sections 11 and 9.3 of the Act of May 3, 1933 (P.L. 242, No. 86), commonly referred to as the Beauty Culture Law, 63 P.S. §§ 515.3 and 517. Kelly Diller
(717) 783-1261State Board of Crane Operators Schedule of Civil Penalties
49 Pa. Code Chapter 43b
(# 16A-7103)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed regulation would create a schedule of civil penalties for violations of the Crane Operator Licensure Act and regulations of the State Board of Crane Operators. Amanda Li
(717) 783-1404Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations Non-attorney Representation
19 Pa. Code, Part I,
Subpart B, (new) Article VI
(# 16-64)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would permit certain individuals to represent an association in an appeal or petition before the Department, superseding 1 Pa. Code § 31.21 (relating to appearance in person). Martha Brown
(717) 783-0736State Board of Dentistry Anesthesia Update
49 Pa. Code, Subchapter E, §§ 33.331—33.342
(# 16A-4621)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would update the standards for the administration of general anesthesia, deep sedation, moderate sedation, minimal sedation and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia in dental offices to conform to and adopt the current standards used by the dental profession. Lisa Burns
(717) 783-7162General Revisions
49 Pa. Code Chapter 33
(# 16A-4628)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe State Board of Dentistry has undertaken a review of existing regulations with the goal of updating the regulations and eliminating outdated and obsolete provisions. This proposed rulemaking would generally amend, update and clarify the regulations relating to fictitious names, biennial renewal, inactive status, reactivation, licensure by criteria approval, acceptable proof of professional liability insurance, use of titles, advertising, unprofessional conduct, multi-disciplinary professional corporations, exclusion of auxiliary personnel from performing radiological procedures and continuing dental education. It would also implement two new licensure categories: restricted faculty licenses (incorporating into this rulemaking the subject matter from prior Reg. # 16A-4632) and temporary volunteer dental licenses (incorporating into this rulemaking the subject matter from prior Reg. # 16A-4631). Lisa Burns
(717) 783-7162Expansion of PHDHP Practice Sites
49 Pa. Code § 33.205b
(# 16A-4633)Fall 2020,
as FinalThis regulation would clarify and expand the practice settings in which public health dental hygiene practitioners (PHDHPs) may perform dental hygiene services without the supervision of a dentist. Lisa Burns
(717) 783-7162Fees
49 Pa. Code § 33.339
(# 16A-4634)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis proposed regulation would amend § 33.339 (relating to fees) to increase the application fees, biennial renewal fees, restricted faculty license fees and unrestricted permit fees to provide sufficient biennial revenue to meet the projected expenditures as required under section 4(b) of the Dental Law (63 P.S. § 123(b)). Lisa Burns
(717) 783-7126State Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists Electronic Seals and Signatures
49 Pa. Code Chapter 37
(# 16A-4712)Spring 2021,
as ProposedThe proposed regulations would update existing regulations on seals and set forth standard requirements for electronic seals and electronic signing of design documents. The goal of this proposal is to be consistent with proposed regulations of the State Architects Licensure Board and the State Board of Landscape Architects to provide all design professionals with standards that are as consistent as possible with respect to both traditional seals and electronic seals to benefit both the design professionals and their clients. Jeannie Bronshtein
(717) 783-7049State Board of Funeral Directors Limited Liability Company
49 Pa. Code §§ 13.95-13.96,
13.103 and 13.109-13.110
(# 16A-4826)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed regulation would set forth that a limited liability company that has only two or more funeral directors as its members may be licensed as a partnership and with only a single funeral director as its sole member may be licensed as a sole proprietorship. Statutory Authority: Sections 8 and 16(a) of the Funeral Director Law, 63 P.S. §§ 479.8, 479.16(a). Heidy Weirich
(717) 783-4866Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 13.301—
13.307
(# 16A-4824)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Funeral Directors obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Heidy Weirich
(717) 783-4866State Board of Landscape Architects Electronic Signature and Seals
49 Pa. Code Chapter 15
(# 16A-6112)Spring 2021,
as FinalThe proposed regulations would update existing regulations on seals and set forth standard requirements for electronic seals and electronic signing of design documents. The goal of this proposal is to be consistent with proposed regulations of the State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists and the State Architects Licensure Board to provide all design professionals with standards that are as consistent as possible with respect to both traditional seals and electronic seals to benefit both the design professionals and their clients. Terri Kocher
(717) 772-8528State Board of Massage Therapy General Revisions
49 Pa. Code §§ 20.1—20.54
(# 16A-725)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking updates several provisions, including education, scope of practice, and examinations. Statutory Authority: Section 4(2) of the Massage Therapy Act, 63 P.S. § 627.4(2). Christina Townley
(717) 783-7155Massage Therapists in Cosmetology or Esthetician Salons
49 Pa. Code Chapter 20
(# 16A-726)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking enacts part of the act of September 24, 2014 (P.L. 2476, No. 136), which allows massage therapists to practice in cosmetology or esthetician salons. Statutory Authority: Act 136 requires the Board and the State Board of Cosmetology to jointly promulgate regulations implementing the new law; Section 4(2) of the Massage Therapy Law, 63 P.S. § 4(2), provides the Board's general authority to promulgate regulations. Christina Townley
(717) 783-7155Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapter 20
(# 16A-722)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation implements mandatory reporting requirements relating to suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Massage Therapy obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Christina Townley
(717) 783-7155State Board of Medicine Practitioners of Oriental Medicine
49 Pa. Code Chapter 18
(# 16A-4956)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would revise the regulations relating to acupuncturists and practitioners of oriental medicine (POM) to transform the current POM license into a one-time registration, make amendments to reflect legislative changes regarding acupuncturists which have occurred since the prior regulatory amendments on the topic, and to address acceptable testing scores due to new test formats. The rulemaking is in accordance to the Governor's recommendation for occupational licensure reform. Suzanne Zerbe
(717) 787-7768Naturopathic Doctors
49 Pa. Code Chapter 18
(# 16A-4953)Spring 2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking will amend the Board's regulations to implement the Naturopathic Doctor Registration Act, Act of Nov. 3, 2016, P.L. 997, No. 128, 63 P.S. §§ 272.101—272.301, which provides for the registration of naturopathic doctors. The proposal establishes fees, registration requirements, continuing education requirements, standards of practice, required records, advertising, grounds for discipline and types of discipline. Suzanne Zerbe
(717) 787-7768Examinations
49 Pa. Code §§ 16.1, 17.11,
17.12 and 17.12c
(# 16A-4948)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking will conform the regulation to reflect changes made by the National Board of Medical Examiners to the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) regarding limitations on the number and timing of attempts an applicant may take the various USMLE parts. The proposed rulemaking will also remove the detailed descriptions of the FLEX and Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) licensing examinations which have not been offered for 24 and 33 years, respectively. Statutory Authority: Section 8 of the Medical Practice Act of 1985 (63 P.S. § 422.8). Suzanne Zerbe
(717) 787-7768Orthotic Fitter Extension of Temporary Practice Permit
49 Pa. Code Chapter 18
§§ 18.841 and 18.842
(# 16A-4947)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would extend the temporary practice permit from 12 months to 18 months to be consistent with National certification standards and provide permit holders with a full year to test. It would also permit an individual who has failed the certification examination three times and whose permit has expired to apply for a second permit after completing another approved education program. Suzanne Zerbe
(717) 787-7768Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 16.101—
16.107
(# 16A-4941)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Medicine obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Suzanne Zerbe
(717) 787-7768State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators Continuing Education Requirements
49 Pa. Code § 39.11
(# 16A-6219)Spring 2021,
as FinalThe proposed regulation amends the biennial continuing education requirement to conform with the Governor's recommendations for licensure reform that were generated by Executive Order 2017-3. The biennial requirement of 48 credit hours will be reduced to 36. Additionally, the rulemaking provides for showing of continued competence where a licensee has been inactive for a period of time. Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-4856Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapter 39
(# 16A-6218)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation implements mandatory reporting requirements relating to suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-4856State Board of Nursing Nursing Education Programs
49 Pa. Code Chapter 21
(# 16A-5141)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking consolidates and updates pre-and post-licensure education regulations for registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified registered nurse practitioners and updates IV therapy terminology. Cindy Miller
(717) 783-7142Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 21.501—
21.507
(# 16A-5140)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Nursing obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Cindy Miller
(717) 783-7142State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure Educational Programs
49 Pa. Code §§ 42.1 and 42.13
(# 16A-6712)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure intends to propose this regulation to specifically recognize educational programs that are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and other national accrediting agencies. Christina Townley
(717) 783-1389Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 42.41, 42.42, 42.45 and 42.47
(# 16A-6719)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Christina Townley
(717) 783-1389State Board of Optometry General Revisions
49 Pa. Code Chapter 23
(# 16A-5213)Winter 2020-2021,
as FinalSection 3(b)(14) of the Optometric Practice and Licensure Act (act) gives the Board the authority to promulgate all rules and regulations necessary to carry out the purposes of the act. Section 5(b) of the act provides the minimal requirements for continuing education of 30 hours in a biennial period for licensed optometrists. The amendments ensure that clear guidance is given to licensees in prescribing contact lenses, reporting continuing education and the standards for accepting commercial support from the providers of continuing education. Christina Stuckey
(717) 783-7155Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 23.111—
23.116
(# 16A-5215)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Optometry obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Christina Stuckey
(717) 783-7155State Board of Osteopathic Medicine Prescribing
49 Pa. Code § 25.218
(# 16A-5330)Spring 2021,
as ProposedThe State Board of Osteopathic Medicine proposes this rulemaking to set forth the minimum acceptable standards of practice that an osteopathic physician or physician assistant licensed by the Board must follow when prescribing, administering or dispensing drugs, including the requirements of the Safe Emergency Prescribing Act (Act 122 of 2016), the provisions of Chapter 52A of Title 35, relating to prescribing opioids to minors, and the provisions of Chapter 51 of Title 35 relating to safe opioid prescription and voluntary non-opioid directives. Aaron Hollinger
(717) 783-4858Licensure Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapter 25
(# 16A-5335)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking is needed to address the current transition and ultimate merger of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), creating a single accreditation system for all graduate medical education. Aaron Hollinger
(717) 783-4858Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 25.401—
25.416
(# 16A-5326)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Aaron Hollinger
(717) 783-4858State Board of Pharmacy Administration of Injectable Medications, Biologicals and Immunizations
49 Pa. Code §§ 27.12 and 27.401—27.407
(# 16A-5429)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking addresses amendments to section 9.2 of the Pharmacy Act (63 P.S. § 380-9.2) which reduce the age of patients to whom pharmacists can administer influenza immunizations and permit pharmacy interns to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations. Melanie Zimmerman
(717) 783-7156Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapter 27
(# 16A-5430)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis regulation implements mandatory reporting requirements relating to suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of State Board of Pharmacy obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Melanie Zimmerman
(717) 783-7156State Board of Physical Therapy Early Exam and CE for Clinical Instruction
49 Pa. Code Chapter 40
(# 16A-6522)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would allow physical therapist students, and physical therapist assistant students, to sit for the requisite examinations up to 90 days prior to graduation from their respective programs. Additionally, this proposed rulemaking would allow physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) who provide clinical instruction to student PTs and student PTAs, at clinical facilities affiliated with accredited programs, to receive credit for one (1) contact hour of continuing education for each 40 hours of clinical instruction up to a maximum of four (4) contact hours per biennial period. Michelle Roberts
(717) 783-7134Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapter 40
(# 16A-6518)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Physical Therapy obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Michelle Roberts
(717) 783-7134State Board of Podiatry Continuing Education
49 Pa. Code § 29.61
(# 16A-4417)Winter 2020-2021,
as FinalThis proposed rulemaking would reduce the biennial requirement for continuing education, in accordance with the Governor's recommendations for licensure reform; additionally, the rulemaking would provide for the use of distance learning to satisfy the continuing education requirement and provide for exemptions. Aaron Hollinger
(717) 783-4858Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 29.91—29.97
(# 16A-4412)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Podiatry obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Aaron Hollinger
(717) 783-4858State Board of Psychology Continuing Education
49 Pa. Code § 41.59
(# 16A-6317)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThe Board, in its effort to continually review the efficacy of its regulations, has again reviewed the continuing education regulations and has determined that amendments are needed to update, revise and clarify the continuing education requirements. This proposed rulemaking would amend the requirements relating to home study, instruction and carry over. Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-7155Code of Ethics
49 Pa. Code § 41.61
(# 16A-6324)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking will update the Board's Code of Conduct to adopt the American Psychological Association's (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct and various enumerated APA practice guidelines. Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-7155General Revisions
49 Pa. Code § 41.31
(# 16A-6320)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking will update the Board's regulations to conform to changes made to the Professional Psychologists Practice Act by the Act of June 23, 2016 (P.L. 379, No. 53) (Act 53 of 2016). Act 53 of 2016 clarifies the scope of practice of psychology, grants the Board the power to issue temporary licenses to out of state licensees, revises and removes some of the previous exemptions to licensure, removes the time limitation pertaining to the retaking of the licensure examinations, eliminates the requirement that at least one year of supervised experience be obtained subsequent to the granting of the doctoral degree, gives the Board the ability to bar a suspended licensee from engaging in any other form of counseling or mental health practice, and requires licensees to report multiple licensure of any other health profession. Statutory Authority: Section 3.2(2) of the Professional Psychologists Practice Act, 63 P.S. § 1203.2(2). Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-7155Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code §§ 41.1, 41.42, 41.45, 41.47
(# 16A-6322)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Psychology obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Chris Stuckey
(717) 783-7155State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers Appraisal Management Companies
49 Pa. Code Chapter 36
(# 16A-7023)Fall 2020,
as Final-OmittedThis rulemaking updates two definitions within the Board's regulations to ensure compliance with Federal law. Heidy Weirich
(717) 783-4866State Real Estate Commission General Revisions
49 Pa. Code Chapter 35
(# 16A-5616)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe proposed rulemaking would update the Commission's regulations to reflect changes in the law and practice in the industry, which include advertising and escrow requirements. Statutory Authority: Section 404 of the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act, 63 P.S. § 455.404. This regulation was formerly entitled ''Advertising.'' The Board decided to expand the regulation to include other general updates. Krista Linsenbach
(717) 783-3658State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Licensed Bachelor Social Worker
49 Pa. Code Chapter 47
(# 16A-6922)August 29, 2020,
as FinalThe rulemaking would amend the Board's regulations to implement the act of October 22, 2014 (P.L. 2884, No. 179) (Act 179) which provides for the establishment of a bachelor level social worker's license. The regulation establishes fees, licensure requirements, continuing education requirements, and standards of practice for licensed bachelor social workers. Sandra Matter
(717) 783-1389General Revisions
49 Pa. Code Chapters 47—
49
(# 16A-6923)Winter 2020-2021,
as ProposedThe Board has undertaken a comprehensive review of its regulations relating to qualifications for licensure, supervision of clinical experience, including the provision of supervision through electronic means, and continuing education. The purpose of this rulemaking is to eliminate outdated provisions, update standards to reflect modern technology, and to modernize the Board's processes relating to licensure. Sandra Matter
(717) 783-1389Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
49 Pa. Code Chapters 47—49
(# 16A-6919)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis regulation updates the Board's existing regulations relating to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) to conform to recent amendments to the CPSL, including the requirement that all applicants and licensees of the State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors obtain required training in child abuse recognition and reporting. Sandra Matter
(717) 783-1389State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons Fees
49 Pa. Code § 19.4
(# 16A-5726)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking would increase application fees and biennial renewal fees for licensees of the Board such that revenues would be sufficient to meet projected expenditures. Statutory Authority: Section 30(a) of the Board of Vehicles Act (Act) (63 P.S. § 818.30(a)) requires an increase in fees when the expenses incurred by the Board to meet its obligations under the Act, including enforcement, exceed revenues. Janice Cline
(717) 772-0483State Board of Veterinary Medicine Licensure of Euthanasia Technicians and Animal Protection Organizations
49 Pa. Code Chapter 31
(# 16A-5726)Fall 2020,
as ProposedThis proposed rulemaking is necessary to implement the act of October 24, 2012 (P.L. 1452, No. 182) (Act 182 of 2012) which amended the Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law to require the State Board of Veterinary Medicine to register animal organizations and to license euthanasia technicians to permit the organizations to purchase controlled substances and employ euthanasia technicians for the humane euthanasia of small domestic animals. Michelle Roberts
(717) 783-7134Department of Transportation (DOT) Registration Class Stickers 67 Pa. Code Chapter 55 Fall 2020, as Final This rulemaking will delete Chapter 55 and eliminate the issuance of weight class stickers. The elimination of these stickers will result in cost savings to the Department and the regulated community. Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299School Bus Drivers—Physical and Mental Criteria
67 Pa. Code Chapter 71Winter 2020, as Proposed This rulemaking will update the medical standards for school bus drivers that have brain disease, cognitive impairment or a mental/emotional disorder. Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299Drivers—Physical and Mental Criteria
67 Pa. Code Chapter 83Winter 2020, as Proposed This rulemaking will update the medical standards for all drivers that have brain disease, cognitive impairment or a mental/emotional disorder. Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299Access to and Occupancy of Highways by Driveways and Local Roads
67 Pa. Code Chapter 441Fall 2020, as Proposed The Department will be promulgating a regulation to rewrite the entirety of Chapter 441 and to address comments received during the promulgation of an earlier promulgated Chapter 441 regulation redefining the term ''owner.'' Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299Permanent Regulation for RADAR and LIDAR for State Police and Automated Enforcement Systems
67 Pa. Code Chapter 105Winter 2020, as Proposed The Department will be promulgating a regulation to define proper testing and calibration of RADAR and LIDAR Systems to be used by state police and automated enforcement systems. Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299Intrastate Motor Carrier Safety
67 Pa. Code Chapter 231Winter 2020, as Proposed This rulemaking is necessary to waive hours of service and other requirements for mass transportation organizations and their drivers, while establishing new requirements consistent with the public interest. Jeffrey Spotts
(717) 787-5299
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 20-1371. Filed for public inspection October 2, 2020, 9:00 a.m.]
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