HB 3951
Provides that veterinary facilities do not qualify as animal rescue entities for purposes of regulating animal rescue entities.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies that veterinary facilities are not considered animal rescue entities for the purpose of regulations governing animal rescue organizations. It directs the Oregon Department of Agriculture to enforce regulations related to animal rescue entities, including recordkeeping and licensing requirements. The bill also removes the penalty of impoundment for violations of animal rescue regulations and establishes procedures for inspections and potential civil penalties.
Key provisions
- Veterinary facilities are excluded from being classified as animal rescue entities.
- The Oregon Department of Agriculture is responsible for enforcing regulations related to animal rescue entities.
- Animal rescue entities must maintain records for each animal in their care.
- The bill removes the penalty of animal impoundment for violations of animal rescue regulations.
- The Department of Agriculture can conduct on-site investigations of animal rescue entities.
- Animal rescue entities are subject to licensing requirements.
- A process for auditing animal rescue entities is established.
- Notice and opportunity for a hearing are required before imposing civil penalties.
Who is affected
- Veterinary facilities
- Animal rescue organizations
- Oregon Department of Agriculture
- Animal control agencies
- Humane societies
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Cosponsors
E. Werner Reschke
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