Action:
Department of Conservation and Recreation's Virginia State Park Regulation on Firearms (4 VAC 5-30-200)
Action 1221
General Information
| Action Summary |
The Department of Conservation and Recreation is amending its State Parks regulation on Firearms (4 VAC 5-30-200) to allow for the carry of concealed weapons within State Parks by holders of a valid Concealed Handgun Permit issued pursuant to § 18.2-308. Prior to this action, the carry or possession of firearms was limited to employees, police officers, or officers of the Department. The regulation also did not apply in areas designated for hunting by the Department. This action is prompted by an opinion from the Attorney General and a directive from the Governor. |
| Chapters Affected |
Only affects this chapter.
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| Executive Branch Review |
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
The normal executive branch review process is not required. As such, it can be submitted directly for publication and
is effective upon publication.
Exempt Citation:
§ 2.2-4006(A)(4)(a)
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| RIS Project |
No project yet assigned to this action |
| New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
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Stage Type |
Status |
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2103
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Final
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Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/12/2003. |
Contact Information
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Name / Title:
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Lisa McGee
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Policy and Planning Director
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Address:
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600 East Main Street, 24th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
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Email Address:
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lisa.mcgee@dcr.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)786-4378
FAX: (804)786-6141
TDD: ()-
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This person is the primary contact for this agency.
