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FL H0379

Animal Welfare


summary

Introduced
01/21/2019
In Committee
03/29/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizes veterinarian to report suspected criminal violations relating to dogs or cats to certain officers & agents without notice to or authorization from client.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes veterinarians to report suspected criminal violations related to dogs or cats to law enforcement officers, certified animal control officers, or appointed agents, without needing to obtain notice or authorization from the client. The bill amends an existing Florida statute on the ownership and control of veterinary medical records, allowing veterinarians to make such reports without including the written medical records, unless a court order is issued.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (15)

Other Sponsors (1)

Business and Professions Subcommittee (H)

Last Action

Died in Commerce Committee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 7125 (Ch. 2019-167) (on 05/03/2019)

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