Vermont § 4147 - Fish and wildlife lands
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4147 — Fish and wildlife lands, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4147. Fish and wildlife lands
- (a) Notwithstanding the provisions of 29 V.S.A. § 166, the Secretary with the approval of the Governor may convey, exchange, sell, or lease
lands of the Department of Fish and Wildlife for one or more of the following purposes: (1) resolving trespass issues and implementing boundary line adjustments and right-of-way
and deed corrections, provided that the transfers are advantageous to the State; (2) implementing the acquisition of new lands for conservation and public recreation when,
in his or her judgment, it is advantageous to the State. (b) The lease, sale, or exchange of lands under this section shall not include oil and
gas leases and shall not be contrary to the terms of any contract that has been entered
into by the State. (Added 1961, No. 119, § 1, eff. May 9, 1961; amended 1981, No. 240 (Adj. Sess.), § 5, eff. April 28, 1982; 1983, No. 195 (Adj. Sess.), § 5(b); 1991, No. 230 (Adj. Sess.), § 16; 2017, No. 170 (Adj. Sess.), § 3.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4147
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4147 cover?
Section 4147 ("Fish and wildlife lands") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 4147?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 4147" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 4147 apply to my situation?
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