Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources

Rule R657-6

Taking Upland Game

Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation

DAR File No.: 33784
Filed: 06/28/2010 07:21:47 AM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Under Sections 23-14-18 and 23-14-19, the Wildlife Board is authorized and required to regulate and prescribe the means by which wildlife may be taken. The statute requires the Wildlife Board to set season dates, permit numbers, and control measures that ensure the growth and continuation of Utah's wildlife.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments supporting or opposing Rule R657-6 were received since 07/08/2005, when the rule was last reviewed.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Rule R657-6 provides the procedures, standards, and requirements for taking upland game. The provisions adopted in this rule are effective in providing the standards and requirements for taking upland game birds. Continuation of this rule is necessary for continued success of this program.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Staci Coons at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4718, by FAX at 801-538-4709, or by Internet E-mail at [email protected]

Authorized by:

James Karpowitz, Director

Effective:

06/28/2010