Goldie’s Act of 2024

Goldie's Act of 2024 amends the Animal Welfare Act to strengthen enforcement of animal welfare standards. The bill requires the Department of Agriculture to notify state animal control officials within 48 hours of suspected violations causing animal pain or suffering, and mandates detailed documentation of violations and animal conditions during inspections. It establishes a searchable public database containing final inspection reports, violation details, and relevant images within 48 hours of resolution. The act increases civil penalties for violations to $1,500 per violation and creates a 21-day hearing process with veterinary specialists to review enforcement actions.