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This action amends the Regulations for the Geology Certification Program to conform to changes resulting from the enactment of Chapters 4 and 23 and of the 2024 Acts of Assembly. The legislation amends the definition of "practice of geology" to include the performance of any professional service or work wherein the principles and methods of geology are applied, including (i) investigating, evaluating, and consulting; (ii) geological mapping; (iii) describing the natural processes that act upon the earth's materials; (iv) predicting the probable occurrence of natural processes; and (v) inspecting, planning, and performing and supervising geological work in order to enhance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and the environment. The legislation also defines "geological mapping." The legislation also makes technical changes to the definitions of “geologist” and “geology.” This action amends 18VAC145-40-10 to revise the definitions of “geologist,” “geology,” and “practice of geology” to conform the regulation to the changes to the statutory definitions. The action also adds the new definition for “geological mapping.”
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