§ 3.1-73.7. (Repealed effective October 1, 2008) Powers and duties
The Commissioner shall have the following powers and duties to:
1. Provide information and assistance in obtaining permits relating to aquacultural activities;
2. Promote aquaculture, including, but not limited to, encouraging investment in aquaculture facilities in order to expand production, processing capacity, and marketing;
3. Work with appropriate state and federal agencies to review, develop, and implement policies and procedures to facilitate aquacultural development;
4. Consult with and assist aquaculture industry groups, aquaculture associations and academic institutions to develop, maintain and expand the aquaculture industry; and
5. Develop, support, and implement policies beneficial to Virginia aquaculture.
(1992, c. 643; 2001, c. 320.)
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