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GA HB886

GA HB886
Animals; veterinarians or veterinary technicians that provide treatment to animals to scan such animals' microchips and to report ownership information under certain circumstances; require

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Introduced
02/04/2020
In Committee
03/13/2020
Crossed Over
03/12/2020
Passed
Dead
06/26/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding animal protection, so as to require veterinarians or veterinary technicians that provide treatment to animals to scan such animals' microchips and to report ownership information under certain circumstances; to allow such professionals to appear and testify regarding the ownership and treatment of such animals; to provide such professionals with immunity; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires veterinarians or veterinary technicians in Georgia to scan pets' microchips and report ownership information to law enforcement or animal control officers if they suspect the person presenting the pet is not the rightful owner. It establishes an online database for pet owners to register their microchipped pets, which veterinarians can access to confirm ownership. The bill also provides immunity for those reporting suspected ownership issues and exempts the database information from public disclosure. It empowers the Georgia Board of Veterinary Medicine to implement and maintain the database, and imposes training and disciplinary measures on veterinarians who fail to comply with the new requirements.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Senate Read and Referred (on 03/13/2020)

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