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The Breeders & Shelters Bill
New rules for pet breeders and shelters proposed in Oklahoma
Animals; Breeding Animals Responsibly and with Care Act; Commercial Pet Breeders and Animal Shelter Licensing Act; fees; fund; grant; requirements; rules; definition; fines; violation; forfeiture; exceptions; effective date.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would set rules for pet breeders and shelters to help animals and protect buyers.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If this bill passes, it could improve how pets are treated and help people find healthy pets. Now is the time to support better care for animals.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill aims to create rules for breeding pets responsibly.
- It includes licensing for commercial pet breeders and animal shelters.
- There are fees and fines for those who do not follow the rules.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Kenton Patzkowsky (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
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