SF1864 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Certain zoos exemption from fur farm requirements provision
Related bill: HF1699
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97A.106, by adding a subdivision that exempts certain zoos from fur farm requirements. Specifically, the exemption applies to zoos that:
- Are licensed exhibitors of regulated animals under the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- House animals owned by institutions accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA).
- Participate in the AZA Species Survival Plan.
If enacted, this exemption would ensure that qualifying zoos are not subject to the regulations governing fur farms.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
March 02, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |