The rule change would clarify and support the general intent of what was presented to the public through the Natural Resources Board process for development of the current ch. NR 150. 4. Detailed explanation of statutory authority for the rule (including the statutory citation and language):
The department is responsible for compliance with department rules and procedures pursuant to ss. 1.11 and 227.11, Stats. Pursuant to s. 227.24(1)(a) Stats., the department finds that putting this rule into effect prior to the time it would take effect using the permanent rule process is necessary to ensure that the department and public time involved in lengthy rule processes for current rules is not compromised by a confusing definition in NR 150. 5. Estimate of amount of time that state employees will spend developing the rule and of other resources necessary to develop the rule:
80 hours.
6. List with description of all entities that may be affected by the proposed rule:
This clarifies internal procedures for rules development, as well as WEPA compliance for various actions and policies. WEPA (and therefore NR 150) compliance is a requirement for all Department programs. DNR staff and many regulated entities and interested parties involved in the full array of DNR activities, including policy making, planning, and permitting, may have an interest in the revised rule.
7. Summary and preliminary comparison with any existing or proposed federal regulation that is intended to address the activities to be regulated by the proposed rule:
None.
8. Anticipated economic impact of implementing the rule (note if the rule is likely to have a significant economic impact on small businesses):
None.
9. Anticipated number, month and locations of public hearings:
The Department anticipates holding one public hearing.
The Department will hold this hearing in Madison to seek public comment on the changes to the rule.
Contact Person: James Pardee, 608-266-0426
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