This bill amends and reenacts section 64-10-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule concerning deer hunting. Specifically, it references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on March 31, 2025, which is related to deer hunting regulations under the authority of section 20-1-7 of the code.

The primary purpose of this bill is to provide the necessary legal framework for the Division of Natural Resources to implement and enforce rules regarding deer hunting, thereby ensuring that wildlife management practices are effectively regulated. As this section is newly introduced, there are no deletions or existing legal language being modified.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-10-1