SB254: Oyster grounds; assignment or transfer by VMRC of grounds in Lynnhaven River.

SENATE BILL NO. 254

Offered January 13, 2016
Prefiled January 6, 2016
A BILL to suspend until July 1, 2017, the assignment or transfer of general oyster grounds in the Lynnhaven River or its tributaries by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission.
Patrons-- DeSteph; Delegate: Miyares

Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. § 1. Until July 1, 2017, the Virginia Marine Resources Commission shall neither assign any general oyster grounds in the Lynnhaven River or its tributaries nor transfer any assigned oyster grounds in such river or tributaries.