SF1864 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Certain zoos exemption from fur farm requirements provision
Related bill: HF1699
AI Generated Summary
This bill (S.F. No. 1864) proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97A.106, by adding a new subdivision. The amendment seeks to exempt certain zoos from regulations that apply to fur farms.
To qualify for the exemption, a zoo must meet the following criteria:
1. Be licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as an exhibitor of regulated animals.
2. House animals that are owned by institutions accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA).
3. Participate in the AZA's Species Survival Plan.
If passed, this bill would exempt qualifying zoos from fur farm requirements under Minnesota law.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
| March 02, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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