No. 33676 (5-year Review): Rule R657-55. Wildlife Convention Permits

DAR File No.: 33676
Filed: 05/26/2010 05:56:12 PM

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 provide rules to regulate the management of big game species. This rule provides the standards and procedures for conservation groups to distribute hunting permits at the annual wildlife convention.

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 R657-55 were received since 06/01/2005, when the rule was initiated.

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

Rule R657-55 provides the requirements, procedures, and standards for conservation groups to issue the 200 hunting permits made available at the wildlife convention. This rule provides the opportunity for residents and nonresidents to visit Utah during the convention for an opportunity to obtain one of the permits. The wildlife convention brings hundreds of thousands of dollars into the state each year. The provisions adopted in this rule are effective in providing the requirements, procedures and standards for managing the wildlife convention permit program. 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:

Natural Resources
Wildlife Resources
1594 W NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3154

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 [e-mail]

Authorized by:

James Karpowitz, Director

Effective:

05/26/2010

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