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GA HB1106
Bill
Status
Passed
6/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Eugene Maddox
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AI Summary
- Animal shelters and facilities for stray, neglected, or abandoned animals must scan dogs, cats, and other large household pets for identifying microchips within 24 hours of receipt and again prior to any euthanasia
- Microchip readers used must be capable of reading at 125 kHz (encrypted and nonencrypted), 128 kHz, and 134.2 kHz, and must comply with ISO 11784 and 11785 standards
- If a microchip is detected, the facility operator must make a reasonable effort to contact the animal's owner
- Shelters, their employees, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture are granted a waiver of liability for failing to detect a microchip or failing to contact the owner
- Shelter personnel are exempt from the scanning requirement for any animal deemed too vicious or dangerous to permit safe handling
Legislative Description
Animal protection; shelters scan for microchips prior to euthanasia; provisions
Last Action
Effective Date
7/1/2010
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Consumer Affairs3/18/2010
Agriculture and Consumer Affairs2/8/2010
Full Bill Text
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