The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has the authority, granted by the Legislature, to create regulations called “rules” which although not state law, have the force of law. The complete set of rules under the jurisdiction of the Commission can be found here. From Proposal to Regulation describes the Commission's rule-making procedures. Below is a list of the rules the Commission is currently proposing to change, a description of each, and ways to submit your comments. We welcome your feedback.
Reason for Proposed Action:
The proposed permanent rules will replace the temporary rules used to regulate activities that aid in the transmission of CWD, to assist with detection and isolation of the disease. Requirements will apply to areas surrounding CWD detections to reduce movement and infection opportunities.
Proposed Rule Text:
15A NCAC 10B .0501 - Clarifies applicability of rules in the Section and defines CWD-related terms.
15A NCAC 10B .0503 - Specifies activities prohibited in Surveillance Areas, including:
Fiscal Note:
2023 CWD Fiscal Note
Public Hearing Information: Date: September 21, 2023 Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: Online Webinar
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Public Comment Period Ends: October 16, 2023
The proposed amendment to this rule was initiated by the Lake Wylie Marine Commission, on behalf of Duke Energy Carolinas LLC to establish a restricted area where vessel entry is prohibited in a small cove east of the South Point Boating Access Area on Lake Wylie in Gaston County.
15A NCAC 10F .0333 - Mecklenburg and Gaston Counties
Public Hearing Information: Date: September 14, 2023 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Online Webinar
To receive updates on proposed regulations, email
regulations@ncwildlife.org.
Written objections to proposed rules can be submitted to the Rules Review Commission. If the Rules Review Commission receives written and signed objections from 10 or more individuals clearly requesting review by the legislature and the Rules Review Commission approves the rule, the rule will become effective as provided in G.S.150B-21.3(b1). The Rules Review Commission will receive written objections until 5:00 p.m. on the day following the day the Rules Review Commission approves the rule. The Rules Review Commission will receive those objections by mail, delivery service, hand delivery, or facsimile transmission.
As part of the annual rulemaking cycle, the Commission considers suggestions and recommendations from NCWRC staff and the public. If you have a recommendation you would like to be considered, please submit here.