Notices for Week of: AUGUST 17, 2006
PROPOSED STATE RULES
By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at http://vermont-archives.org/aparules/ovnotices.htm The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members.
To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible
To obtain further information concerning any scheduled hearing(s), obtain copies of proposed rule(s) or submit comments regarding proposed rule(s), please call or write the contact person listed below. You may also submit comments in writing to the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (828-2231).
Rules for Administrative Citations and Penalties
Vermont Proposed Rule: 06P021
AGENCY: Public Safety
CONCISE SUMMARY: These rules establish the procedure for issuing administrative citations, assessing penalties and appealing citations. All programs enforced by the Fire Safety Division, including: boiler/pressure vessel, fire safety, structural prevention of carbon monoxide poisoning, fire-safe (reduced ignition propensity) cigarettes, access for persons with disabilities, elevator safety, electrical and plumbing, are covered by these rules. All programs will have a consistent process for administrative citations. The purpose of these rules is to encourage code compliance that will result in improved safety and access for the public in a timely manner.
TYPE OF PERSONS AFFECTED: This rule affects all people and entities that own or operate structures that are subject to the jurisdiction of the Division of Fire Safety including boiler/pressure vessel, fire safety, structural prevention of carbon monoxide poisoning, fire-safe (reduced ignition propensity) cigarettes, access for persons with disabilities, elevator safety, electrical and plumbing. The greatest impact will be to tradespeople who violate code provisions, licensing requirements and permitting requirements.
COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS: This rule will make penalties for violations of the statutory programs administered by the Division of Fire Safety more expensive.
SCHEDULED HEARINGS: September 13, 10:00 a.m., Division of Fire Safety main office, 1311 U.S. Route 302, Suite 600, Berlin, VT 05641
DEADLINE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT: September 22, 2006
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Peter Kopsco, Staff Attorney, Division of Fire Safety, 1311 U.S. Route 302 - Berlin, Suite 600, Barre, VT 05641 802-479-7561.
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Regulations for the Designation and Operation of Home Health Agencies.
Vermont Proposed Rule: 06P020
AGENCY: Human Services, Dept. of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL)
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Laine Lucenti, Director, Division of Licensing and Protection Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living 103 South Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05671-2306 802-241-2345
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- If you have general questions about the rulemaking process, please contact
- Louise Corliss by e-mail at or by phone 802-828-2863
