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ID S1214

Bill

Status

Passed

3/16/2016

Primary Sponsor

Agricultural Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines seven key terms for livestock facilities and operations: "Administrator," "Approved feedlot," "Approved trader lot," "Buying station," "Department," "Livestock dealer," and "Livestock market"

  • Requires all animals at approved feedlots to go to slaughter except under conditions specified by department rule

  • Requires brucellosis test-eligible cattle at approved trader lots to have health certificates before release for breeding or grazing, with exemptions for cattle destined for slaughter, feedlots, or markets

  • Requires all non-virgin bulls and bulls over 18 months leaving trader lots to have current negative trichomoniasis tests or undergo three negative tests at least 7 days apart, unless destined for slaughter or feedlots

  • Requires livestock at buying stations and livestock markets to be inspected by accredited veterinarians and receive appropriate documentation (saleyard release form or health certificate) before shipment, while livestock dealers moving cattle within Idaho need only brand inspection

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to define terms; and to provide for livestock removal requirements.

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Last Action

Signed by Governor on 03/16/16 Session Law Chapter 49 Effective: 07/01/2016

3/16/2016

Committee Referrals

Agricultural Affairs2/22/2016
Agricultural Affairs1/27/2016
Judiciary and Rules1/26/2016

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