An Act amending the act of December 7, 1982 (P.L.784, No.225), known as the Dog Law, in licenses, tags and kennels, further providing for revocation or refusal of kennel licenses and providing for prohibition on sale of dogs bred by certain persons; and, in enforcement and penalties, providing for whistleblower protection.

HB 295 amends Pennsylvania's Dog Law to strengthen licensing and sales restrictions for kennels and dog breeders. It prohibits kennel operators and dealers from selling dogs bred by individuals who received serious USDA violations (like critical animal handling violations) within the past two years. The bill also expands license revocation for kennel license holders convicted of animal cruelty offenses (including misdemeanors) and adds whistleblower protections for employees reporting violations under the law or related federal regulations. These changes directly affect dog breeders, kennel operators, and dealers who must comply with stricter licensing rules and sales bans.