Temporary CWD Management Area Rule Changes and Public Comments

Proposed Temporary Rule Changes

15A NCAC 10B .0203 White-Tailed Deer

15A NCAC 10B .0502 Chronic Wasting Disease Management Areas 

Reason for Proposed Action:

The proposed amendments remove Sampson County from the white-tailed deer rule and add it to the CWD management areas rule. This is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to manage the spread of CWD. 

Proposed Rule Text: 10B .0502 CWD Management Areas
Proposed Rule Text: 10B .0203 White-Tailed Deer
 

Public Hearing Information:

Date: May 7, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual - Zoom Online Webinar

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Public Comment Period Ends:  June 2, 2026