CHAPTER 282
An Act to amend and reenact § 54.1-2208.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to professions and occupations; regulation of geologists; exemptions.
[H 1291]
Approved April 6, 2026
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That § 54.1-2208.1 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 54.1-2208.1 . Purpose; exemptions.
A. The licensing of professional geologists as set forth in this article shall serve any or all of the following purposes:
1. The maintenance of educational, experiential, and ethical standards in the practice of geology;
2. The maintenance of standards of objectivity, truthfulness, and reliability in the practice of geology;
3. The restriction of the professional geologist from association with any person engaging in illegal or dishonest activities in the practice of geology; and