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IA HF2674
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Agriculture
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AI Summary
- Raises the threshold for "commercial breeder" classification from three to six breeding females age 12 months or older, exempting smaller-scale breeders from commercial regulations
- Requires state licensing for commercial kennels, adding them to the list of establishments that must obtain licenses from the Iowa Department of Agriculture
- Prohibits pet shops, commercial kennels, dealers, and research facilities from purchasing dogs or cats from commercial establishments that lack valid state authorization or equivalent out-of-state licensing
- Mandates that commercial kennels maintain records as required by the department to ensure compliance with animal welfare provisions
- Passed by the Iowa House on March 12, 2026, amending Chapter 162 of the Iowa Code governing commercial animal establishments
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. (Formerly HF 2298.)
Last Action
Read first time, referred to Agriculture. S.J. 576.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Agriculture3/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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