HF253

FIRST ENGROSSMENT

Dog and cat breeder standards of care provided, and money appropriated.

Sec. 1: Language provided.

Sec. 2: Commercial dog and cat breeder licensing requirements established, and inspection procedures provided.

Sec. 3: Care standards established.

Sec. 4: Investigations authorized upon receipt of a formal complaint.

Sec. 5: Animal seizure authorized.

Sec. 6: Civil enforcement procedures provided.

Sec. 7: Penalties provided.

Sec. 8: Appropriation; dog and cat breeder licensing account established.

Sec. 9: Registration deadlines established.

Sec. 10: Effective date.

ERS, 3/20/09