Bill
Bill > SF496
IA SF496
A bill for an act relating to county and city regulation of pet licenses and fees.(Formerly SSB 1095.)
summary
Introduced
03/04/2025
03/04/2025
In Committee
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits a county or city from adopting or enforcing an ordinance, motion, resolution, or amendment imposing a fee in excess of $40 annually in order to obtain a pet license. The bill requires a county or city to allocate all revenues from pet license fees to animal control and animal welfare services. Additionally, a county or city shall not require a veterinarian to disclose pet records including vaccination status as part of a pet licensing program but may require the pet owner applying for the license to provide proof of vaccination.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new restrictions on how counties and cities in Iowa can regulate pet licensing. The legislation limits pet license fees to a maximum of $40 annually and mandates that all revenues collected from these fees must be exclusively used for animal control and animal welfare services. The bill also protects veterinarian privacy by prohibiting counties and cities from requiring veterinarians to disclose pet medical records, including vaccination status, as part of the pet licensing process. However, pet owners will still be required to provide proof of vaccination when applying for a license. These provisions apply to both county and city governments, ensuring a consistent approach to pet licensing across local jurisdictions in Iowa. The bill aims to standardize pet licensing practices, control costs for pet owners, and ensure that licensing fees directly support animal-related services.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Local Government (S)
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage. (on 03/19/2025)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF496 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF496.html |
Loading...