No. 38251 (5-year Review): Rule R58-20. Domesticated Elk Hunting Parks

DAR File No.: 38251
Filed: 01/17/2014 11:08:33 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:

Section 4-39-106 authorizes the Department of Agriculture and Food to make and enforce rules after considering the recommendations of the Domestic Elk Advisory Council. The rule specifies procedures for applying and renewing licenses for the operation of a domesticated elk facility; governs disposal or removal of domesticated elk from a domesticated elk facility for which the license has lapsed or been revoked; sets standards and requirements for operating a domesticated elk facility, health requirements and standards for health inspections; and governs the possession, transportation, and accompanying documentation of domesticated elk carcasses.

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 have been received supporting or opposing this rule.

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

This rule established and sets the standards for the licensing and operation of elk hunting parks. All in an effort to protect the domestic elk industry, as well as Utah wildlife. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

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

Agriculture and Food
Animal Industry
350 N REDWOOD RD
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3034

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Kyle Stephens at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Kathleen Mathews at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7103, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Bruce King at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7162, by FAX at 801-538-7169, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Cody James at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7166, by FAX at 801-538-7169, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

01/17/2014

Authorized by:

LuAnn Adams, Commissioner

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