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OK SB2150

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Casey Murdock

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Redefines "puppy" and "kitten" as dogs and cats less than 9 months old, down from the previous 12-month threshold

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Wildlife2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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