Calendar of Events/Hearing Notices
CALENDAR
July 2012
Delaware River Basin Commission
The Delaware River Basin Commission will hold a public hearing and business meeting on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Commission's office building, 25 State Police Drive, West Trenton, New Jersey. For more information visit the DRBC web site at www.drbc.net or contact Pamela M. Bush, Esq., Commission Secretary and Assistant General Counsel, at 609 883-9500 extension 203.
DELAWARE State Fire Prevention Commission
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with procedures set forth in 29 Del.C. ch. 11, Subch. III and 29 Del.C., ch. 101, the Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission is proposing to adopt changes and updates to current regulations 701, 702, 703, 704, 705 and 706.
The Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission will hold a public hearing at which members of the public may present comments on the proposed regulations on August 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the Delaware State Fire Prevention Chamber at the Delaware Fire Service Center, 1463 Chestnut Grove Road, Dover, DE 19904. Written comments must be received on or before August 7, 2012. Members of the public may receive a copy of the proposed regulations at no charge by United States Mail by writing Ms. Sherry Lambertson at the address of the Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission set forth above.
Department of Agriculture
Harness Racing Commission
501 Harness Racing Rules and Regulations
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Delaware Harness Racing Commission, pursuant to 3 Del. C. §10005, proposes to change its Rule 6.2.2.1.10, 6.2.2.2 & 8.2.2.4. The Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed rule changes on August 14, 2012. Written comments should be sent to Hugh J. Gallagher, Administrator of Harness Racing, Department of Agriculture, 2320 S. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901. Written comments will be accepted for thirty (30) days from the date of publication in the Register of Regulations on July 1, 2012.
The proposed changes are for the purpose of updating Rule 3 and reflect current policies, practices and procedures. Copies are published online at the Register of Regulations website: http://regulations.delaware.gov/services/current_issue.shtml
A copy is also available for inspection at the Harness Racing Commission office.
Department of Education
PUBLIC NOTICE
The State Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in the Townsend Building, Dover, Delaware.
Department of Finance
Office of the State Lottery
204 Sports Lottery Rules and Regulations
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Delaware State Lottery will seek public comments on the issue of whether its current rules should be amended. 10 DE Admin. Code 204 will be amended to establish rules for sports betting under new legislation authorizing various changes.
Persons wishing to present their views regarding this matter may do so in writing by the close of business on or before July 31, 2012 at the State Lottery Office, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904. A copy of these regulations is available from the above address.
These amendments will update regulations. They will rewrite the section on licensing of agents to allow sports betting to take place at retail establishments other than casinos. The amendments will substantially rewrite section 6 regarding the duties of agents and will substantially rewrite the licensing procedure of section 12. The amendments will eliminate section 13 regarding self-excluded persons, as that section will not be applicable.
Department of Health and Social Services
Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection
3102 Long Term Care Transfer, Discharge and Readmission Procedures
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection (DLTCRP) is proposing a complete revision of the previously proposed Regulation 3102 for the establishment of Long Term Care Transfer, Discharge and Readmission Hearing Procedures.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Susan Del Pesco, Director, Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection, 3 Mill Road, Suite 308, Wilmington, DE 19806 by Wednesday August 1, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance
Fair Hearing Practice and Procedures – Expedited Fair Hearings
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the State's Administrative Procedures Act (APA - Title 29, Chapter 101 of the Delaware Code) and under the authority of Title 31 of the Delaware Code, Chapter 5, Section 512, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) / Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) is proposing to amend the Division of Social Services Manual regarding Fair Hearing Practice and Procedures specifically, Expedited Fair Hearings.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Sharon L. Summers, Planning & Policy Development Unit, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance, 1901 North DuPont Highway, P.O. Box 906, New Castle, Delaware 19720-0906 or by fax to 302-255-4425 by July 31, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance
Nursing Facility Quality Assessment
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the State's Administrative Procedures Act (APA - Title 29, Chapter 101 of the Delaware Code) and under the authority of Title 31 of the Delaware Code, Chapter 5, Section 512, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) / Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) is proposing to amend the Title XIX Medicaid State Plan regarding Nursing Facility Quality Assessment.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Sharon L. Summers, Planning & Policy Development Unit, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance, 1901 North DuPont Highway, P.O. Box 906, New Castle, Delaware 19720-0906 or by fax to 302-255-4425 by July 31, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance
State Survey Agency – State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program – Notice of Change in Administrative Authority
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the State's Administrative Procedures Act (APA - Title 29, Chapter 101 of the Delaware Code) and under the authority of Title 31 of the Delaware Code, Chapter 5, Section 512, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) / Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) is proposing to amend the Title XIX Delaware Medicaid State Plan regarding State Survey Agency specifically, a change in the administrative authority of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Sharon L. Summers, Planning & Policy Development Unit, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance, 1901 North DuPont Highway, P.O. Box 906, New Castle, Delaware 19720-0906 or by fax to 302-255-4425 by July 31, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance
Telemedicine
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the State's Administrative Procedures Act (APA - Title 29, Chapter 101 of the Delaware Code) and under the authority of Title 31 of the Delaware Code, Chapter 5, Section 512, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) / Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) is proposing to amend the Title XIX Delaware Medicaid State Plan to allow for the use of a telemedicine delivery system for providers enrolled under Delaware Medicaid.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Sharon L. Summers, Planning & Policy Development Unit, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance, 1901 North DuPont Highway, P.O. Box 906, New Castle, Delaware 19720-0906 or by fax to 302-255-4425 by July 31, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
Division of Social Services
Child Care Subsidy Program
Determining Technical Eligibility for Child Care
PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the State's Administrative Procedures Act (APA - Title 29, Chapter 101 of the Delaware Code) and under the authority of Title 31 of the Delaware Code, Chapter 5, Section 512, Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) / Division of Social Services is proposing to amend policies in the Division of Social Services Manual (DSSM) regarding the Child Care Subsidy Program, specifically, Determining Technical Eligibility for Child Care.
Any person who wishes to make written suggestions, compilations of data, testimony, briefs or other written materials concerning the proposed new regulations must submit same to Sharon L. Summers, Policy, Program & Development Unit, Division of Social Services, 1901 North DuPont Highway, P.O. Box 906, New Castle, Delaware 19720-0906 or by fax to (302) 255-4425 by July 31, 2012.
The action concerning the determination of whether to adopt the proposed regulation will be based upon the results of Department and Division staff analysis and the consideration of the comments and written materials filed by other interested persons.
department of state
Division of Professional Regulation
3600 Board of Registration of Geologists
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Delaware Board of Geologists (Board) pursuant to 24 Del.C. §3606 (a)(1) proposes to amend its rules and regulations. The proposed revisions update the regulations by clarifying provisions related to lapsed and expired licenses, adding online courses and web seminars to courses acceptable for continuing education in place of home study, and updating the list of sponsored organizations that receive automatic approval of continuing education programs offered to licensees to meet the continuing education requirements. The revisions also add manslaughter to the list of crimes the Board has determined to be substantially related to the practice of geology. Finally, the proposal corrects several grammatical errors.
The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed rule change on August 10, 2012 at 10:15 a.m., Second floor conference room B, Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Blvd., Dover DE 19904. Written comments should be sent to Sandra Wagner, Administrative Specialist, Delaware Board of Geologists, Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Blvd., Dover DE 19904. The final date to receive written comments will be at the public hearing.
The Board will consider promulgating the proposed regulations at its regularly scheduled meeting following the public hearing.
