The commissioner may, pursuant to § 32.1-13 of the Code of Virginia, issue emergency orders that are necessary to preserve the public health, safety, welfare and environment. Emergency orders arising out of matters governed by these regulations shall state the reasons and factual basis upon which the emergency order is issued. The emergency order shall state the time period for which it is effective.
12 Va. Admin. Code § 5-431-70
Statutory Authority
§§ 35.1-11 and 35.1-13 of the Code of Virginia.