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Performs soil evaluations for on-site sewage disposal systems and on-site evaluations for private drinking water wells. Provides periodic inspections of food establishments and temporary events. Performs Hotel/Motel and Bed & Breakfast inspections. Investigates food, on-site sewage, on-site well and food establishments complaints.

The Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals (WWWOOSSP Board) licenses individuals who operate water and wastewater treatment facilities, as well as onsite soil evaluators, onsite sewage system installers, and onsite sewage system operators. The 11-member board is composed of licensed practitioners, the director of the Virginia Department of Health's Office of Water Programs, the executive director of the State Water Control Board, and one citizen.

Provides an agency that supplies information on how to become a licensed family day home provider, licensed child day center or religious exempt program. COUNTIES SERVED: Accomack, Northampton, Greensville CITIES SERVED: Chesapeake, Emporia, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach. For further information, please email: [email protected]

The Federal Communications Commission regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories. An independent U.S. government agency overseen by Congress, the commission is the United States' primary authority for communications law, regulation and technological innovation. In its work facing economic opportunities and challenges associated with rapidly evolving advances in global communications, the agency capitalizes on its competencies in: Promoting competition, innovation and investment in broadband services and facilities Supporting the nation's economy by ensuring an appropriate competitive framework for the unfolding of the communications revolution Encouraging the highest and best use of spectrum domestically and internationally Revising media regulations so that new technologies flourish alongside diversity and localism Providing leadership in strengthening the defense of the nation's communications infrastructure

The Regulation and Licensing Branch Issues licenses and regulates the taxi industry, peddlers, solicitors, precious metal and gem dealers, pawn brokers, massage establishments and therapists, and going-out-of-business sales. Staff in Regulation and Licensing Branch supports the Trespass Towing Advisory Board.

The Virginia Board of Dentistry is a state agency which licenses dental professionals, provided information about requirements for practice, and addresses complaints against licensees.

The Board of Health Professions conducts policy research for the Virginia Department of Health Professions. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Board of Physical Therapy at the Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapists. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Board of Optometry at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: Optometrist-Non TPA, Professional Designation, Optometrist-TPA Certified. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Board for Barbers and Cosmetology licenses individuals and businesses that perform barbering, cosmetology, nail care, waxing, tattooing, body piercing, and esthetics. The Board also regulates individuals who teach and schools that provide training in those areas.

The Board of Dentistry at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations that fall under this board only: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Temporary Permit, Dental Teachers, Dental Hygienists-Temporary, Dental Hygienists-Teacher. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Division of Licensing Programs (DOLP) strives to protect the safety, health, and well-being of children and adults receiving care in non-medical day facilities and residential programs. Assisted living facilities (ALF), adult day centers (ADC), children's residential facilities (CRF), and licensed child placing agencies (LCPA) are the main programs licensed through DOLP. Licensing inspectors conduct inspections of children and adult programs to monitor compliance with standards, regulations, and laws. Licensing inspectors are authorized to conduct investigations if there are allegations of noncompliance with the Code of Virginia, regulations, and program licensing standards. State and regional licensing staff also provide training to providers, facilities, and organizations. Adult Programs Regulated by the Division Adult Day Centers (ADC) Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) Child Welfare Programs Regulated by the Division Child Caring Institutions (CCI) Children's Residential Facilities (CRF) Licensed Child Placing Agencies (LCPA) Licensed Independent Foster Homes (IFH)

The Board of Veterinary Medicine at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates Veterinary Technicians, Veterinarians, and Veterinary Establishments. For Licensing: (804) 367-4497 All other questions: (804) 367-4468 Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Cemetery Board regulates for-profit cemeteries that offer perpetual care services or pre-need burial contracts, and that are required to maintain trust fund accounts. Cemeteries owned and operated by churches, the state, and all counties, cities, and towns are exempt from licensure and the board's jurisdiction. Additional exemptions are given to certain non-profit, association and family cemeteries.

The Division of Public Utility Regulation (PUR) provides support to the Commission in its regulation of Virginia's investor-owned electric, natural gas, water and sewer utilities, member-owned electric cooperatives, and the telecommunications industry. Its chief function is supporting the Commission in its goal to ensure Virginia consumers receive adequate utility services at just and reasonable rates.

The Board of Funeral Home Directors & Embalmers at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations that fall under this board only: Funeral Establishments, Funeral Services Providers, Funeral Directors, Funeral Embalmers, Funeral Trainees, Surface Transportation and Removal Services. Automated Licenses Verification: 804-270-6836

The Board for Branch Pilots licenses the pilots responsible for safe passage of ships in Virginia's major shipping lanes and waterways. The Circuit Courts of Hampton, Norfolk, and Portsmouth appoint individuals to the nine-member Board.

The Real Estate Board licenses salespersons, brokers, and firms representing others in property transactions. The Board also administers the Real Estate Transaction Recovery Act, which provides relief to eligible consumers who have incurred losses through the improper and dishonest conduct of a licensed real estate professional. Filing a claim does not guarantee payment.

The Board for Professional Soil Scientists, Wetland Professionals, and Geologists is composed of three professional soil scientists, three wetland delineators, three geologists, two citizen members, and the State Geologist.

Provides an agency that supplies information on how to become a licensed family day home provider, licensed child day center or religious exempt program. COUNTIES SERVED:Amelia, Brunswick, Caroline, Chesterfield, Cumberland, Dinwiddie, Essex, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, King & Queen, King George, King William, Lancaster, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Northumberland, Nottoway, Powhatan, Richmond, Westmoreland CITIES SERVED:Amelia, Brunswick, Caroline, Chesterfield, Cumberland, Dinwiddie, Essex, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, King & Queen, King George, King William, Lancaster, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Northumberland, Nottoway, Powhatan, Richmond, Westmoreland

Offers information on how to become a licensed family day home provider, licensed child day center or religious exempt day program. COUNTIES: Albemarle, Augusta, Clarke, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Frederick, Greene, Highland, Louisa, Madison, Orange, Page, Rockingham, Shenandoah, and Warren. CITIES: Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Staunton, Waynesboro, and Winchester. For further information email: [email protected] or website at www.doe.virginia.gov/cc/

The Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians licenses:(1) individuals who test and fit hearing aids and (2) individuals who fit and sell prescription glasses and contact lenses.

This agency is the professional licensing and disciplinary body for all attorneys practicing in the State of Virginia. Will also help persons trying to locate a specific Virginia Attorney. Send all inquiries for specific biographical information or on legal malpractice insurance information here.

The Board for Waste Management Facility Operators establishes training criteria, approves training providers, and licenses qualified individuals who manage waste facilities in the Commonwealth.

The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (VIDC) was statutorily established in 2004, replacing the Public Defender Commission, to protect the Constitutional right to counsel for people who cannot afford to hire their own lawyer. The VIDC oversees 28 public defender offices and 2 satellite offices across Virginia, with a central administrative office that manages the certification of public defenders, as well as private attorneys, seeking court-appointment in criminal cases. The VIDC provides high-quality training to all certified attorneys to continually improve criminal defense representation to vulnerable citizens of Virginia who are not able to hire an attorney of their choosing. In addition, the VIDC is responsible for the following: Promulgate and enforce the mandatory Standards of Practice for Court-Appointed Counsel which sets out detailed expectations for attorneys seeking appointments in criminal cases; Re-certify attorneys seeking appointments in criminal cases and maintain the certified counsel list; and develop certification training courses