LIVESTOCK TRESPASS (Sections 272.030 & 272.230) - Currently, if any horses, cattle, or other livestock break through any fence or trespass onto another's property, the owner of such animal is strictly liable for damages sustained by the animal to another's property. Under this act, the owner of such animal would only be liable for damages sustained to another's property if the animal owner was negligent.

This act is similar to SB 844 (2016), HB 372 (2015), HCS/HB 258 (2015), SCS/HCS/HB 807 (2015), HCS/SCS/SB 131 (2015), and HCS/SCS/SB 340 (2015).

CONTINUING AUTHORITY (Section 640.703) - In provisions of law that relate to concentrated animal feeding operations, this act defines the term "continuing authority" as any person, legal entity, registered corporate entity, or permanent organization that maintains legal responsibility.

This provision is identical to a provision contained in SCS/HB 1588 (2016).

KAYLA HAHN