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This bill establishes new animal welfare regulations for breeding pigs and veal calves in Tennessee, making it illegal for farm owners to confine these animals in ways that significantly restrict their movement or provide inadequate living space. Specifically, the bill prohibits enclosures that prevent animals from lying down, standing up, fully extending their limbs, or turning in a complete circle, and sets minimum useable floor space requirements (24 square feet for breeding pigs and 43 square feet for veal calves). The law includes several exceptions for medical research, veterinary care, transportation, exhibitions, temporary husbandry purposes, and the period immediately before and after birth for breeding pigs. Violations are classified as a Class B misdemeanor with fines ranging from $250 to $1,000 per animal, and each confined animal counts as a separate offense. The bill explicitly states that it does not override other animal welfare laws and allows local governments to establish more stringent protections. Importantly, the law is not set to take effect until July 1, 2030, giving farmers an extended period to adapt to the new requirements.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1325&ga=114