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OK SB2150
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Casey Murdock
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AI Summary
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Lowers the age threshold for "adult animal" and "intact female animal" from 12 months to 9 months for purposes of commercial pet breeder licensing requirements
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Redefines "puppy" and "kitten" as dogs and cats less than 9 months old, down from the previous 12-month threshold
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Requires the State Board of Agriculture to promulgate rules for conducting at least annual inspections of animal shelters and commercial breeders, replacing the previous requirement that inspections occur during normal business hours with facility representative present
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Expands license denial or revocation grounds to apply to any owner, operator, partner, or member with percentage ownership who has relevant criminal convictions, not just the primary applicant
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Effective date: November 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Animals; modifying requirements for certain licensure. Effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Agriculture and Wildlife
2/3/2026