This bill aims to amend and reenact section 64-10-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to create a legislative rule concerning the public use of campgrounds in West Virginia State Parks and State Forests, as well as campsites in State Rail Trails. The legislative rule in question was initially filed in the State Register on August 14, 2024, and subsequently modified to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on September 3, 2024.

The bill confirms the authority of the Division of Natural Resources to implement this rule, which is intended to enhance the management and regulation of public camping facilities within the state's natural areas. The text indicates that this section is new, and therefore, no deletions or existing legal language are referenced.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-10-1