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CA SB879
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits testing facilities from conducting toxicological experiments on dogs and cats in California unless required by the EPA or FDA or conducted to support an EPA waiver request that reduces total animal use.
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Defines "canine or feline toxicological experiment" as any test or study to determine effects of chemical substance exposure on dogs or cats, including oral, skin, eye, or inhalation exposure.
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Exempts medical research and testing for products intended for beneficial use in dogs or cats from the prohibition.
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Authorizes the Attorney General, district attorney, or city attorney (in cities with population exceeding 750,000) to bring civil actions with penalties up to $5,000 per day for each dog or cat used in violation.
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Establishes civil action with injunctive relief as the exclusive remedy for violations, with prevailing officials eligible to recover costs, attorney fees, and penalties.
Legislative Description
Toxicological testing on dogs and cats.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 551, Statutes of 2022.
9/26/2022