Chapter 13, (2026 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2027.
Session
2026R1
Introduced
Feb 2, 2026
Primary Sponsor
Bobby Levy· primary
Summary
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</b> </i>] <b>Revises the definition of "animal rescue entity."</b> Provides that veterinary facilities do not qualify as animal rescue entities for purposes of regulating animal rescue entities. Directs the State Department of Agriculture to enforce provisions related to regulating animal rescue entities. Makes changes related to recordkeeping and licensing requirements for animal rescue entities. Removes the impoundment of animals as a civil penalty for a violation of provisions related to animal rescue entities.