
The Alabama Legislature adjourned its 2017 legislative session on May 19, 2017.
10 pet industry-related bills were introduced, 3 of which were considered priority by PIJAC.
Final Disposition of Priority Legislation:
BILL # | SUMMARY | FINAL DISPOSITION |
HB 45/ SB 17 | Creates the Alabama Dog or Cat Breeders Commission, giving the Commission the authority to license and regulate dog and cat breeders. | DIED |
HB 91 | "Oscar's Law" would amend Alabama Statutes to create a civil cause of action of wrongful injury or death of a companion animal or service animal, to include compensatory and punitive damages. | DIED |
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