No. 40477 (5-year Review): Rule R58-14. Holding Live Raccoons or Coyotes in Captivity

DAR File No.: 40477
Filed: 06/09/2016 09:48:11 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:

Rule R58-14 is promulgated under authority of Subsection 4-2-2(1)(i) and Section 4-23-11.

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

The Department has not received any comments 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 is essential to provide direction for regulating the holding of raccoons and coyotes by the Animal Health Program of the Animal Industry Division to protect animals and livestock in Utah. This rule should be continued to maintain the quality and health of animals and livestock in Utah and prevent the unlawful possession of raccoons and coyotes.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Office 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:

• 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]
• 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]
• Scott Ericson at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Barry Pittman at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7162, by FAX at 801-538-7169, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

06/09/2016

Authorized by:

LuAnn Adams, Commissioner

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