S654 Directs DHSS to adopt regulations prohibiting overcrowding of animals in kennels, pet shops and other retail establishments; establishes penalties
January 17, 2010
S654 directs the Department of Health and Senior Services to review current regulations concerning the proper care and housing of animals, determine the proper care and housing for each species of animal sold by kennels, pet shops and any other retail establishments selling animals, and adopt rules and regulations providing for the proper care and housing of animals by kennels, pet shops and other retail establishments selling animals that prohibit the overcrowding of animals.
Primary Sponsor: Andrew R. Ciesla
Primary Sponsor: Anthony R. Bucco
January 12, 2010 Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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