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IA SF421
IA SF421A bill for an act prohibiting interference with the transportation of an agricultural animal, and providing penalties.(Formerly SSB 1166.)
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Introduced
02/18/2021
02/18/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/24/2022
05/24/2022
Introduced Session
89th General Assembly
Bill Summary
A bill for an act prohibiting interference with the transportation of an agricultural animal, and providing penalties.(Formerly SSB 1166.)
AI Summary
This bill prohibits interference with the transportation of agricultural animals, such as cattle, goats, horses, sheep, pigs, deer, ostriches, chickens, and bees. It defines "interference" as stopping, hindering, or otherwise obstructing a vehicle transporting agricultural animals, or provoking or interacting with the animals while they are confined in a vehicle. The bill provides an affirmative defense if the person has consent from the animal's owner or the transporter. Violations are punishable as aggravated misdemeanors, with a more severe class "D" felony penalty for repeat offenders.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Transportation (S)
Last Action
Withdrawn. S.J. 657. (on 03/22/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=89&ba=SF421 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/attachments/SF421.html |
| Bill | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/89/SF421.pdf |
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