Bill > H2148

This bill aims to protect the health and safety of puppies and kittens in cities and towns. The key provisions are: 1. Prohibiting the sale or offer for sale of puppies or kittens under 8 weeks of age, with a fine of $100 per violation. 2. Requiring a license from the director for anyone operating a commercial boarding, training, or breeder kennel, in addition to any kennel license required under existing law. 3. Specifying the maximum number of dogs that can be maintained by a kennel licensee, as determined by the licensing authority and animal control officer. 4. Requiring kennel licensees to record and retain information on the sale, exchange, or gifting of dogs, and to provide copies of these records to the local clerk and licensing authority. 5. Prohibiting the sale, exchange, trade, barter, lease, or display of dogs or cats on public property or commercial lots, with exceptions for registered shelters, animal control facilities, and educational programs. 6. Directing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate rules and regulations for licensed kennels, including requirements for housing, staffing, and reporting of injuries.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2148