Bill > SF1029

This bill modifies regulations related to commercial dog and cat breeders in Minnesota by making three key changes: First, it adjusts data classification rules for animal premises, allowing the Board of Animal Health to disclose certain private or nonpublic data about animal premises and identification if doing so could aid law enforcement or protect public or animal health. Second, the bill requires that any advertising by licensed animal sellers must include either their current license number or a link to a website displaying their license number. Third, the bill updates inspection requirements for commercial breeding facilities, mandating that inspection reports now include additional details such as all business names used by the breeder, facility identification number, facility name, and location. The new rules also provide for less frequent inspections (every two years instead of annually) for breeders who maintain two consecutive years without violations, while maintaining the ability to conduct more frequent inspections if violations occur or if the board has specific concerns. These changes aim to increase transparency and accountability in commercial animal breeding operations while providing some flexibility for consistently compliant businesses.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1029&ssn=0&y=2025