An Act providing for prohibited and required actions regarding pet shop-kennels for dogs, cats and rabbits; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and imposing penalties.
HB 1816 regulates pet shops and kennels that handle dogs, cats, and rabbits. It prohibits specific practices like selling animals without health records and requires shops to maintain clean facilities, provide adequate food/water, and display clear pricing. The Department of Agriculture must enforce these rules, conduct inspections, and impose fines for violations. This bill directly affects businesses operating pet shops and kennels in the state, mandating new operational standards and penalties for noncompliance.
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Introduction
Aug 2025
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Governor
Introduced Aug 22, 2025
Last action Aug 22, 2025
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Aug 22, 2025
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Referred to Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities
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1 primary · 44 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jeanne McNeill
DDemocratic
Co
Abigail Salisbury
DDemocratic
Co
Ann Flood
RRepublican
Co
Arvind Venkat
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Waxman
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Merski
DDemocratic
Co
Brandon Markosek
DDemocratic
Co
Brian Munroe
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Pielli
DDemocratic
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