On March 16, 2023, the Virginia Board of Wildlife Resources, pursuant to §§ 29.1-103, 29.1-501, and 29.1-502 of the Code of Virginia, proposed amendments to the Commonwealth’s regulations governing wildlife and boating. Comments on the proposals are solicited during a public comment period that closes May 10, 2023. This online comment system is the most efficient and effective way to submit your views and have them seen the fastest.
Comments also may be: made during the May 25, 2023 meeting of the Board; postal-mailed to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Attn: Policy Analyst and Regulatory Coordinator, P.O. Box 90778, Henrico, Virginia 23228; or emailed to RegComments@dwr.virginia.gov. Comments must be in writing and accompanied by the name, address and telephone number of the party offering them. Comments submitted other than at the May 25, 2023 Board meeting must be received no later than May 10, 2023.
After hearing public comment on the proposed amendments at the May 25, 2023 Board meeting, the Board anticipates adopting final regulation amendments that will be effective on August 1, 2023.
