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AZ SB1104
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Kavanagh
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AI Summary
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Allows records, reports, findings, and orders from Arizona State Veterinary Medical Examining Board investigations to be admitted as evidence in civil and small claims actions against veterinarians for animal death or injury
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Permits Board investigation materials to substitute for expert witness affidavits in lawsuits against veterinarians
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Expands recoverable damages to include all reasonable medical expenses paid to treat animal injuries resulting from veterinary treatment, including costs paid to other veterinarians
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Applies to licensed veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians, and licensed veterinary faculty members
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Requires evidence from small claims cases to transfer to justice court if a veterinarian requests the case be moved there
Legislative Description
Justice courts; actions against veterinarians
Damages
Last Action
Senate read second time
1/20/2026