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Va. Const. art. XI, § 1 Natural resources and historical sites of the Commonwealth
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To the end that the people have clean air, pure water, and the use and enjoyment for recreation of adequate public lands, waters, and other natural resources, it shall be the policy of the Commonwealth to conserve, develop, and utilize its natural resources, its public lands, and…
Va. Const. art. XI, § 2 Conservation and development of natural resources and historical sites
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In the furtherance of such policy, the General Assembly may undertake the conservation, development, or utilization of lands or natural resources of the Commonwealth, the acquisition and protection of historical sites and buildings, and the protection of its atmosphere, lands, an…
Va. Const. art. XI, § 3 Natural oyster beds
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The natural oyster beds, rocks, and shoals in the waters of the Commonwealth shall not be leased, rented, or sold but shall be held in trust for the benefit of the people of the Commonwealth, subject to such regulations and restriction as the General Assembly may prescribe, but t…
Va. Const. art. XI, § 4 Right of the people to hunt, fish, and harvest game
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The people have a right to hunt, fish, and harvest game, subject to such regulations and restrictions as the General Assembly may prescribe by general law. The amendment ratified November 7, 2000 and effective January 1, 2001—Added a new section (4).