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OK HB1309

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Phil Richardson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 4 O.S. 2001, Section 501 (Dog and Cat Sterilization Act) to allow disposal of euthanized animals by delivery to a college of veterinary medicine either directly or through an authorized dealer or agent

  • Permits animal shelters to dispose of unclaimed dogs, cats, and household animals through adoption, delivery to licensed educational/research institutions, or euthanasia using specified humane methods

  • Specifies that euthanasia methods include sodium pentobarbital injection, carbon monoxide chambers (except for animals under 16 weeks old), or other methods approved by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry

  • Establishes humane requirements for euthanasia methods including minimizing pain and anxiety while ensuring techniques are simple, legally available, cost-effective, and safe for personnel

  • Declares an emergency to make the act effective immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Animals; allowing for disposal of a euthanized animal for certain purposes; emergency.

Animals and Game and Fish

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Agriculture, Wildlife and Environment

2/8/2011

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Wildlife & Environment2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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