The Code of Virginia provides that "the Board shall consist of not more than one member from each congressional district".
Following Census 2000, Virginia was allocated 11 Congressional districts; therefore, the Board was limited to a maximum of 11 members.
In odd numbered years, game and terrestrial nongame wildlife regulations are reviewed.
A high-profile regulation issued by the Board is 4VAC15-30-40,[2] which bans the importation of snakehead fish.
Some Virginians, such as ferret and skunk enthusiasts, would like to see additional animals added to the list of allowed pets.