HB 4330
Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to defining terms used in hunting and trapping.
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Bill overview
This bill allows the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources to create a formal rulebook defining terms used in hunting and trapping. Currently, this authority is granted through a previous law. The new rule would clarify the meaning of specific terms related to these activities, aiming to improve consistency and understanding. This legislation focuses on standardizing terminology within the hunting and trapping regulations.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Division of Natural Resources to create a legislative rule.
- The rule will define terms used in hunting and trapping.
- The rule is based on existing authority under §20-1-7 of the Code of West Virginia.
- The rule is detailed in 58 CSR 46.
Who is affected
- West Virginia hunters
- West Virginia trappers
- The Division of Natural Resources
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal, rule-based definition of hunting and trapping terms.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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