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MN HF2012

MN HF2012
Board of Animal Health modified.


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Introduced
03/06/2025
In Committee
03/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to agriculture; modifying the Board of Animal Health; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 35.02, subdivision 1.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the composition of Minnesota's Board of Animal Health by expanding the board from seven to 11 members, with significant changes to how these members are selected. The new board structure will include two at-large members, one member from a federally recognized Tribe in Minnesota, and eight regional members (with no two members from the same congressional district). The bill requires that board members be knowledgeable about animal agriculture, animal health, or pets and companion animals, and mandates that at least two members represent the public and are not employed in agriculture-related fields. The bill also changes the appointment process, requiring the governor to seek appointees who provide gender and geographic balance. Additionally, it modifies the role of ex officio consultants, changing the language from "may" to "shall" for commissioners and university representatives, and specifies that a veterinarian will be appointed as the board's executive director. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, applying to appointments made on or after that date, which allows for a structured transition in the board's composition.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Agriculture Finance and Policy (on 03/06/2025)

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