SF 302: Relating to animals subject to complaints alleging mistreatment, including by providing for the inspection of premises, the removal of animals, the care of animals in custody, and the disposition of animals by court order, and providing penalties

What it does

GENERAL. This bill amends three related Code chapters providing for the care of animals that are confined (excluding wildlife in nature).1). Its provisions are administered and enforced by the department of agriculture and land stewardship (DALS).3).5). Both Code chapters are principally enforced by a local authority’s law enforcement officer (a county sheriff or city police force).5). COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS.10A).13). The bill provides that if DALS is investigating a complaint alleging animal mistreatment, it must comply with new procedures for investigating, removing, and caring for the animal as provided in amendments to Code chapter 717B.

Senate subcommittee · named February 11, 2021

• Sen. Julian B. Garrett (R)
• Sen. Nate Boulton (D)
• Sen. Tom Shipley (R) · tom.shipley@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 3 for, 6 against

For: Cedar Rapids Kennel Association; Des Moines Kennel Club, Inc.; Samoyed Club of Iowa

Against: Animal Rescue League Iowa, Inc.; City of Cedar Rapids; Iowa Pet Alliance; Iowa Veterinary Medical Association; Stray Dog Policy, Inc.; The Humane Society of the United States

In plain words

1. February 9, 2021Filed in the Senate and sent to the Judiciary committee
2. February 11, 2021Senate subcommittee named: Garrett, Boulton and Shipley