No. 28971: R58-14. Holding Live Raccoons or Coyotes in Captivity

 

DAR File No.: 28971
Filed: 08/29/2006, 10:20
Received by: NL

 

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:

Subsection 4-2-2(1)(j) gives the authority to make investigations, subpoena witnesses and records, conduct hearings, issue orders, and make recommendations concerning all matters related to agriculture. Section 4-23-11 states the penalty for the holding of raccoons or coyotes in captivity except as provided by the rules of the Agricultural and Wildlife Damage Prevention Board.

 

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.

 

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

It is the intent of this rule to protect the health and safety of individuals by prohibiting the holding of a raccoon or coyotes in captivity. Protecting public health is an important function. These animals have the potential of carrying diseases that can be transmitted to humans, and therefore need to be regulated, and 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:

Kathleen Mathews or Kyle Stephens at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7103 or 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126 or 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail] or [e-mail]

 

Authorized by:

Leonard M. Blackham, Commissioner