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IA HF2298
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Samantha Fett
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AI Summary
- Raises the threshold for "commercial breeder" classification from three to six breeding males or females, exempting smaller-scale breeders from commercial regulations
- Adds "commercial kennel" to the list of establishments requiring state licensing alongside boarding kennels and pet shops
- Prohibits research facilities, pet shops, commercial kennels, and dealers from purchasing dogs or cats from commercial establishments lacking valid state authorization or equivalent out-of-state authorization
- Requires commercial kennels to maintain records for department compliance verification, similar to existing requirements for pet shops and dealers
- Amends Iowa Code Chapter 162 governing commercial establishments possessing or controlling nonagricultural animals, with associated penalties for violations
Legislative Description
A bill for an act providing for the regulation of commercial establishments possessing or controlling nonagricultural animals, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 2674.)
Last Action
Withdrawn. H.J. 672.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Agriculture2/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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