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HI SB1522

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/8/2011

Primary Sponsor

Clayton Hee

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes licensing requirements for large-scale dog breeding operations and facilities to protect public welfare and prevent animal cruelty
  • Requires licensed breeders to provide adequate rest between breeding cycles, necessary veterinary care, and regular exercise for all dogs in their care
  • Mandates sufficient food, clean water, housing with weather protection, and adequate space for dogs to turn, stretch, lie down, and fully extend their limbs
  • Supported by the City and County of Honolulu Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, Hawaiian Humane Society, The Humane Society of the United States, and other animal welfare organizations
  • Committee on Finance recommends passage on Third Reading

Legislative Description

Dogs; Large-scale Dog Breeding; Regulation

Last Action

(H) Received notice of all Senate conferees being discharged (Sen. Com. No. 747).

4/13/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary and Labor2/17/2011
Commerce and Consumer Protection1/28/2011

Full Bill Text

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