SB 158 – Provides certain jurisdiction to the Department of Agriculture regarding health management of privately owned deer

• Sponsor: Clemens
• LR Number: 0784S.01I
• Committee: Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources
• Last Action: 3/4/2009 - Voted Do Pass S Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources Committee
• Effective Date: August 28, 2009

Current Bill Summary

SB 158 - This act provides that the Department of Agriculture has jurisdiction over the interstate and intrastate movement of animals as it relates to the health and management of privately-owned captive deer. Deer owners shall be responsible for costs incurred by the department for any inspections conducted under the act.

ERIKA JAQUES