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Alaska - Adjourned 2009-10 7 Bills

Number: AK HB 6 - Updated (Status 07/10/2010)
Title:CRUELTY TO ANIMALS/SENTENCING
Sponsor: LYNN
Abstract: An Act relating to cruelty to animals; and relating to aggravating factors at sentencing involving assaultive
behavior and cruelty to animals.
Status: (H) EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW 9/13/10 - 07/09/2010
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Number: AK HB 70 - Updated (Status 07/10/2010)
Title: FARM TO SCHOOL PROGRAM
Sponsor: GATTO
Abstract: An Act establishing the farm-to-school program in the Department of Natural Resources, and relating to
school gardens, greenhouses, and farms.
Status: (H) EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW 8/2/10 - 07/09/2010
Number: AK HB 138 - Updated (Text, Status 03/02/2010)

Title: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
Sponsor: GATTO
Abstract: An Act relating to cruelty to animals.
Status: (H) REFERRED TO FINANCE - 03/01/2010
Number: AK HB 220 - Updated (Text 01/19/2010)

Title: GAME MANAGEMENT OF BISON
Sponsor: HARRIS
Abstract: An Act relating to game management of bison.
Status: (H) REFERRED TO RESOURCES - 04/07/2009
Number: AK HB 293 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)

Title: VETERINARIAN LICENSING QUALIFICATIONS
Sponsor: P.WILSON
Abstract: An Act relating to qualifications for licensure as a veterinarian.
Status: (H) REFERRED TO LABOR & COMMERCE - 01/19/2010
Number: AK SB 70 - Updated (Text 01/19/2010)

Title: NATUROPATHS
Sponsor: DAVIS
Abstract: An Act relating to naturopaths and to the practice of naturopathy; establishing an Alaska Naturopathic
Medical Board; authorizing medical assistance program coverage of naturopathic services; and
providing for an effective date.
Status: (S) REFERRED TO LABOR & COMMERCE - 04/01/2009
Number: AK SB 214 - Updated (Status 05/21/2010)

Title: CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
Sponsor: WIELECHOWSKI
Abstract: An Act relating to penalties for cruelty to animals.
Status: (S) MINUTE(JUD ) - 03/08/2010
Alabama - Adjourned 2010 16 Bills

Number: AL HB 147 - Updated (Text, Status 04/06/2010)
Title: Madison Co., dogs, dangerous dogs in unincorporated areas of county, county commission by
resolution may establish procedure for determining, dog required to be kept in fenced enclosure, civil
penalties, const. amend.
Sponsor: Hinshaw
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Abstract: This bill would propose a local constitutional amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901,
applicable to those areas of Madison County outside the corporate limits of any municipality, to
authorize the Madison County Commission, by resolution, to establish a procedure by which a dog can
be declared dangerous, to impose civil penalties on the owner of a dog that inflicts severe personal
harm on another person, and to require that a dangerous dog be kept in a fenced enclosure as defined
by
Status: Delivered to Secretary of State at 5:31 p.m. on April 6, 2010. - 04/06/2010
Number: AL HB 288 - Updated (Text 05/31/2010)

Title: Veterinary medicine, definitions, licensure and regulation further provided for, veterinary technicians and
unlicensed assistants, Secs. 34-29-61, 34-29-76, 34-29-77, 34-29-94 am'd.
Sponsor: White
Abstract: This bill would amend certain existing statutes regulating the veterinary medical profession to revise
and add certain definitions; provide further for certain prohibited acts; and revise and add authorized
tasks for veterinary technicians and unlicensed assistants.
Status: Indefinitely Postponed - 04/14/2010
Number: AL HB 303 - Updated (Hearing 01/18/2010)

Title: Fertilizers, local ordinance, rule, or regulation pertaining to prohibited, subject matter of Agriculture and
Industries Department
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: This bill would prohibit local governments from adopting any ordinance, rule, or resolution pertaining to
the subject matter of fertilizers and would reserve the entire subject of fertilizers to the Department of
Agriculture and Industries.
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Agriculture and
Forestry - 01/14/2010
Number: AL HB 311 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)

Title: Ad valorem tax, definition of residential property expanded to include dwellings under construction, Sec.
40-8-1 am'd.; Act 2009-508, 2009 Reg. Sess. am'd.
Sponsor: Williams (J)
Abstract: This bill would expand and clarify the definition of residential property for ad valorem tax purposes to
include dwellings under construction.
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Government
Appropriations - 01/19/2010

Title: Cockfighting, penalties increased, presence at cockfights, penalties, confiscation procedures, terms
defined, reporting procedures, Secs. 13A-12-4.1, 13A-12-4.2 added; Sec. 13A-12-4 am'd.
Sponsor: Fields
Abstract: This bill would make it a Class A misdemeanor upon a first conviction for a person to do any of the
following: Sell or train a cock with the intent that the cock will fight another cock; cause any cock to fight
with another cock or cause cocks to injure each other for amusement or gain; own, manage, operate,
finance, commercially advertise, promote, sell admission tickets to, or employ persons at any facility for
the purpose of cockfighting; possess or use any device or substance intended to
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Agriculture and
Forestry - 01/19/2010
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Number: AL HB 480 - Updated (Status 04/14/2010)
Title: Animals, procedures for seizing when involved in charge for fighting dogs, hog and canine fighting,
cruelty to dogs and cats, disposition of animal expedited, bond required under certain conditions, Secs.
3-1-29, 13A-11-244, 13A-12-6 am'd.
Sponsor: Ison
Abstract: This bill would further provide procedures for seizing an animal involved in a charge for any of the above
crimes by expediting the disposition process of the animal and requiring the posting of a bond by the
owner of certain animals under certain conditions for the care of the seized animal.

Title: Environmental Management Commission, member must be certified by National Ground Water
Association Certification Program, licensing requirements, Sec. 22-22A-6 am'd.
Sponsor: Todd
Abstract: This bill would provide that the member must either have been certified by the National Water Well
Association Certification Program, or its successor, the National Ground Water Association, or must be
a geologist licensed to practice geology by the State of Alabama or must be a certified professional
hydrologist or hydrogeologist.
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Boards and
Commissions - 02/09/2010
Number: AL HB 617 - Updated (Status 05/05/2010)

Title: Kinship guardianships, kinship guardianship subsidy program, established, procedures for
establishing kinship guardianships and legal authority of kinship guardians, Kinship Guardianship
Subsidy Act, Sec. 12-15-301, 12-15-314, 12-15-315, 38-12-2, 38-12-4 am'd.
Sponsor: Hall
Abstract: This bill establishes the legislative intent and purposes for kinship guardianship and kinship
guardianship subsidy; provides for kinship guardianship subsidy definitions; establishes a kinship
guardianship subsidy program; provides eligibility requirements for kinship guardianship subsidy
payments; provides for the amount of the subsidy payments; provides for the duration of the subsidy;
provides for the administration of the program by a written agreement between the Department of
Human
Status: Signed by Governor - 04/29/2010
Number: AL HB 651 - Updated (Text, Status 03/23/2010)

Title: Madison Co., dogs, dangerous dogs, areas outside corporate limits of any municipality, procedure for
determining and humanely destroying or returning to owner, dog required to be kept in secure
enclosure, penalties, const. amend.
Sponsor: Hinshaw
Abstract: This bill would propose a local constitutional amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901,
applicable to those areas of Madison County outside the corporate limits of any municipality; to
establish a procedure by which a dog can be declared dangerous and be humanely destroyed. The
amendment would provide that a dog found to be dangerous but which has not caused serious
physical injury to a person, could be returned to the owner if certain registration requirements are met
and the dog is
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Local Legislation No. 1 - 03/23/2010
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Number: AL HR 72 - Updated (New 01/19/2010)
Title: Mussleman, David, commended
Sponsor: Irons
Status: Joint Rule 11 - 01/19/2010
Number: AL HR 1068 - Updated (New 04/22/2010)

Title: Shroud Award, 2010 recipient designated
Sponsor: Knight
Status: Knight motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote - 04/22/2010
Number: AL SB 124 - Updated (Status 04/14/2010)

Title: Cockfighting, penalties increased, presence at cockfights, penalties, confiscation procedures, terms
defined, reporting procedures, Secs. 13A-12-4.1, 13A-12-4.2 added; Sec. 13A-12-4 am'd.
Sponsor: Penn
Abstract: This bill would make it a Class A misdemeanor upon a first conviction for a person to do any of the
following: Sell or train a cock with the intent that the cock will fight another cock; cause any cock to fight
with another cock or cause cocks to injure each other for amusement or gain; own, manage, operate,
finance, commercially advertise, promote, sell admission tickets to, or employ persons at any facility for
the purpose of cockfighting; possess or use any device or substance intended to

Title: Motor vehicles, new and used vehicles clarified, titles, fees for certain records further provided for,
exemption from titling of certain vehicles, inspections, alternative method of lien release authorized,
Secs. 32-8-2, 32-8-6, 32-8-31, 32-8-32, 32-8-36, 32-8-64 am'd.
Sponsor: Means
Abstract: This bill would: Clarify the definitions of new vehicle and used vehicle; reduce the motor vehicle title
records fee from $15 to $5 when the records are provided electronically or when a printout of an
electronic record is provided; establish a registration record fee of $5; provide for the privacy of certain
records; authorize the department to prescribe certain fees for records obtained through the national
motor vehicle information system and for the manner of payment of fees; permit the
Number: AL SB 246 - Updated (Hearing 01/18/2010)

Title: Animals, procedures for seizing when involved in charge for fighting dogs, hog and canine fighting,
cruelty to animals, disposition of animal expedited, bond required under certain conditions, Secs. 3-1-
29, 13A-11-14, 13A-11-244, 13A-12-6 am'd.
Sponsor: Little (Z)
Abstract: This bill would further provide procedures for seizing an animal involved in a charge for any of the above
crimes by expediting the disposition process of the animal and requiring the posting of a bond by the
owner of the seized animal under certain conditions for the care of the seized animal.
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Judiciary - 01/14/2010
Number: AL SB 259 - Updated (New 01/14/2010)

Title: Obscene material involving children, disseminate further defined, material that constitutes possession
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of visual obscene matter further provided for, Secs. 13A-12-190, 13A-12-192 am'd.
Sponsor: Smith
Abstract: This bill would further define the term "disseminate" to include import, export, transfer possession of,
display, exhibit, show, present, provide, broadcast, transmit, retransmit, circulate, disperse, or distribute.
This bill would expand the material that constitutes visual obscene matter. Amendment 621 of the
Constitution of Alabama of 1901, now appearing as Section 111.05 of the Official Recompilation of the
Constitution of Alabama of 1901, as amended, prohibits a general law whose purpose or
Status: Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Judiciary - 01/14/2010

Title: Kinship guardianships, kinship guardianship subsidy program, established, procedures for
establishing kinship guardianships and legal authority of kinship guardians, Sec. 12-15-301, 12-15-
314, 12-15-315, 38-12-2, 38-12-4 am'd.
Sponsor: Butler
Abstract: This bill establishes the legislative intent and purposes for kinship guardianship and kinship
guardianship subsidy; provides for kinship guardianship subsidy definitions; establishes a kinship
guardianship subsidy program; provides eligibility requirements for kinship guardianship subsidy
payments; provides for the amount of the subsidy payments; provides for the duration of the subsidy;
provides for the administration of the program by a written agreement between the Department of
Human
Status: Pending third reading on day 29 Favorable from Judiciary - 04/14/2010
Arizona - Adjourned 2010 16 Bills

Number: AZ HB 2044 - Updated (Status 03/18/2010)
Title:Vicious Animal Assault; Classification
Sponsor: Montenegro
Abstract: Amending title 11, chapter 7, article 6, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 11-1014.01;
amending section 13-1208, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to biting dogs.
Status: SENATE SECOND READ - 03/17/2010

Title:Renewable Energy Production Tax Credit
Sponsor: Mccomish
Abstract: Amending section 43-222, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 43, chapter 10, article 5, Arizona
Revised Statutes, by adding section 43-1083.02; amending title 43, chapter 11, article 6, Arizona
Revised Statutes, by adding section 43-1164.02; relating to renewable energy production.
Status: RULES HELD - 03/29/2010
Number: AZ HB 2290 - Updated (Hearing 03/30/2010)

Title:Waste Tires In Abandoned Mines
Sponsor: Jones
Abstract: Amending sections 27-318, 44-1304 and 49-701, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to abandoned
mines.
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Title: Theft; Merchandise Pallets (now: Research Development; Production; Incentive Program)
Sponsor: Nichols
Abstract: Amending section 43-222, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending section 43-1074.01, Arizona Revised
Statutes, as amended by Laws 2008, chapter 290, section 2; amending section 43-1074.01, Arizona
Revised Statutes, as amended by Laws 2008, chapter 290, section 4; amending title 43, chapter 10,
article 5, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 43-1085.01; amending title
Status: SIGNED; CHAPTER 289; CHAPTERED VERSION Senate Engrossed Version - 05/10/2010

Title: Capital Cases; Aggravating Factors
Sponsor: Driggs
Abstract: Amending section 13-751, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to sentencing.
Status: HOUSE SECOND READ - 01/25/2010

Title:Pest Management; Department Of Agriculture (now: Department Of Agriculture; Pest Management)
Sponsor: Crandall
Abstract: Amending title 3, Arizona Revised Statutes by adding chapter 19; Transferring and renumbering
sections 32-2301, 32-2304, 32-2305 and 32-2307, Arizona Revised Statutes, for placement in title 3,
chapter 19, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, as added by this act, as sections 3-3501, 3-3502, 3-3504
and 3-3505, respectively; Transferring and renumbering Sections 32-2311,
Number: AZ HB 2480 - Updated (Text 04/08/2010)

Title: Use Tax Exemption; Fertilizer; Pesticide
Sponsor: Konopnicki
Abstract: Amending section 42-5159, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to use tax exemptions.
Status: NRRA DISC/HELD - 02/22/2010

Title: Prescriptions; Electronic Submission By Patient
Sponsor: Murphy
Abstract: Amending section 32-1968, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the regulation of pharmacies.
Status: SIGNED; CHAPTER 92; CHAPTERED VERSION House Engrossed Version - 04/19/2010

Title: Taxation; Biogas Facilities (now: Developmentally Disabled; Providers; Deemed Status)
Sponsor: Murphy
Abstract: Amending sections 36-557 and 36-595, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to developmental disabilities.
Status: SIGNED; CHAPTER 228; CHAPTERED VERSION Senate Engrossed Version - 05/06/2010

Title: Charter Schools; Food; Tax Exemption.
Sponsor: Murphy
Abstract: Amending sections 42-5061 and 42-5159, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to transaction privilege
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and use tax.

Title: Firearms; Regulation; State Preemption.
Sponsor: Gowan
Abstract: Amending section 13-3108, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to firearms.
Number: AZ SB 1054 - Updated (Status 02/17/2010)

Title: Racketeering Crimes; Animal Fighting
Sponsor: Paton
Abstract: Amending section 13-2301, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to organized crime, fraud and terrorism.
Status: JUD HELD - 02/15/2010
Number: AZ SB 1057 - Updated (Text, Status 01/26/2010)

Title: Veterinarians; Animal Abuse Reporting
Sponsor: Paton
Abstract: Amending section 32-2239, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to veterinarians.
Status: NRIPD (6-0-1-0) DPA - 01/25/2010

Title: Orders Of Protection; Animals
Sponsor: Gray
Abstract: Amending section 13-3602, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to family offenses.
Status: COW ACTION 1 DP 0 0 0 0 - 04/22/2010

Title:County Audits; Public Record Exemption (now: Counties; Audits; Merit System; Judges)
Sponsor: Pearce
Abstract: Amending sections 11-251 and 11-352, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending section 12-128, Arizona
Revised Statutes, as amended by Laws 2010, seventh special session, chapter 6, section 2; relating to
county board of supervisors.

Title: Public Sale Of Animals
Sponsor: Melvin
Abstract: Amending section 44-1799.71, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the public sale of animals.
Status: COW ACTION 1 DP 0 0 0 0 - 04/22/2010
California 2009-10 66 Bills

Number: CA AB 12 - Updated (Text, Status 10/01/2010)
Title: California Fostering Connections to Success Act.
Sponsor: Beall
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Abstract: An act to amend Section 17552 of the Family Code, to amend Sections 1501.1 and 1505 of, and to add
Section 1502.7 to, the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 241.1, 293, 295, 297, 303, 317,
358.1, 360, 361.45, 361.5, 366, 366.21, 366.22, 366.25, 366.3, 366.4, 388, 727.2, 785, 10609.4,
11008.15, 11155.5, 11253, 11363, 11376, 11400, 11401, 11401.1, 11401.4, 11402, 11403.2, 11405,
11450, 11450.16, 11454.5, 11461, 11464, 11465, 11466.23, 11466.24, 13754, 13757, 16120, 16123,
16501,
Status: Chaptered by the Secretary of State, Chapter Number 559, Statutes of 2010 - 09/30/2010
Number: CA AB 47 - Updated (Status 02/09/2010)

Title:Income taxes: credit: adoption costs.
Sponsor: Ma
Abstract: An act to amend, repeal, and add Section 17052.25 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to
taxation, to take effect immediately, tax levy.
Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(3). (Last location was 2 YEAR on 6/8/2009) - 01/31/2010

Title:Sports betting pools.
Sponsor: Jeffries
Abstract: An act to amend Section 337a of, and to add Section 336.9 to, the Penal Code, relating to sports betting
pools.
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 72, Statutes of 2009. - 08/06/2009
Number: CA AB 107 - Updated (Text 09/24/2009)

Title:Veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians.
Sponsor: Galgiani
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 4802, 4808, 4810, 4848, 4848.3, 4849, 4875, 4875.2, 4875.6, 4876, 4883,
4885, 4886, 4887, 4900, 4901, 4901.1, and 4901.2 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 4839 of, and
to add Section 4841.4 to, the Business and Professions Code, relating to veterinary medicine, and
making an appropriation therefor.

Title:Horse racing: imported harness or quarter horse races.
Sponsor: Silva
Abstract: An act to amend Section 19596.1 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse racing, and
declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.

Title:Adoption assistance: federal law.
Sponsor: Evans
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 16118 and 16119 of, and to add Section 16132 to, the Welfare and Institutions
Code, relating to adoption assistance.

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Title: Maintenance of the codes.
Sponsor: Silva
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 2293, 3635, 4846.5, 8027, 17539.55, 19513, 19576, 19861, 19870, 21701.1,
and 25658.4 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 916, 922, 1799.3, and 3344.1
of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 129, 1033.5, and 2025.560 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to
amend Sections 8971,17002, 18032, 19323, 32255, 49091.10, 52740, 52742, 52743, 56341.1, and
60204 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 2052, 2053, 9082.5, and 18541 of the Elections
Code, to amend

Title:Budget Act of 2009: revisions.
Sponsor: Committee on Budget
Abstract: An act to amend and supplement the Budget Act of 2009 (Chapter 1 of the 2009-10 Third Extraordinary
Session) by amending Items 0250-001-0001, 0250-001-0159, 0250-001-0932, 0250-001-3037, 0250-
001-3066, 0250-012-0001, 0250-101-0001, 0250-101-0932, 0250-102-0556, 0250-111-0001, 0250-
112-0001, 0250-301-0660, 0250-301-3037, 0502-001-0001, 0502-001-9740, 0510-001-0001, 0510-
001-9740, 0520-001-0001, 0520-001-0044, 0530-001-9732, 0540-001-0140, 0540-001-6031, 0540-
001-6051, 0540-490, 0555-001-0028,
Status: To inactive file on motion of Senator Ducheny. - 08/20/2009

Title: Dogs and cats: breeding for sale.
Sponsor: Nava
Abstract: An act to add Section 597.8 to the Penal Code, relating to animals.
Status: Vetoed by the Governor - 10/11/2009

Title: Dog fighting.
Sponsor: Nava
Abstract: An act to amend Section 597.5 of the Penal Code, relating to crimes.

Title:Animal abuse: penalties.
Sponsor: Nava
Abstract: An act to amend Section 597.1 of, and to add Section 597.9 to, the Penal Code, relating to animal
abuse.

Title: Pet stores.
Sponsor: Smyth
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 122350 and 122354 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to pet stores.
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Title:Legal aid.
Sponsor: Feuer
Abstract: An act to add Article 9.6 (commencing with Section 6159.5) to Chapter 4 of Division 3 of the Business
and Professions Code, and to amend, repeal, and add Sections 68085.1 and 70626 of, and to add
Chapter 2.1 (commencing with Section 68650) to Title 8 of, the Government Code, relating to the
practice of law.

Title: State adoption services: investment.
Sponsor: Torrico
Abstract: An act to amend Section 16131.5 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to children.

Title:Dependent children.
Sponsor: Committee on Human Services
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 361.5, 366.21, 388, and 11404.1 of, and to add Section 361.49 to, the Welfare
and Institutions Code, relating to dependent children, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect
immediately.

Title:Fish and wildlife: poaching.
Sponsor: Huffman
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 12012 and 12157 of, and to repeal and add Sections 12013 and 12154 of, the
Fish and Game Code, relating to fish and wildlife.

Title:Indian tribes: foster care and adoption programs.
Sponsor: Torres
Abstract: An act to add Sections 16000.5 and 16000.6 to the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to Indian
tribes.

Title:Controlled substances: sentencing.
Sponsor: Gilmore
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 11378 and 11379 of the Health and Safety Code, and to add Section
1203.077 to the Penal Code, relating to controlled substances.
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Title: Mandated child abuse reporting: library employees.
Sponsor: Garrick
Abstract: An act to amend Section 11165.7 of the Penal Code, relating to mandated child abuse reporting.

Title: Relative caregivers and foster parents.
Sponsor: Committee on Judiciary
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 309 and 628 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to children.

Title:Bankruptcy.
Sponsor: Silva
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 7113.5, 17027, 17028, 17511.4, 17550.52, 17919, 20021, 22903, and 24071
of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 1785.13, 1786.18, 1788.14, and 1812.206
of the Civil Code, to amend Section 703.130 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 1400,
1401, 1402, 1403, 6110, 6610, 8110, 8610, 9650, 9680, 12560, 12630, 15642, 23005, 25103, 25248,
and 28710 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 867, 1203, 1781, 1889, 6152, 12307.2, 16202,
16902,

Title:Professions and vocations.
Sponsor: Emmerson
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 2001, 2020, 2460, 2701, 2708, 3010.5, 3014.6, 3685, 3710, 4001, 4003,
4110, 4127.8, 4160, 4400, and 5810 of, to add and repeal Section 3686 of, and to repeal Section 4127.5
of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to professions and vocations, and making an
appropriation therefor.

Title: Animal abuse: sale of live animals.
Sponsor: Lieu
Abstract: An act to add Section 597.4 to the Penal Code, relating to animals.

Title: Solid waste: resource recycling and recovery.
Sponsor: Gaines
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 68055.1 and 68055.2 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 18909,
25141.6, 25143.12, 25150, 25197.2, 25201.1, 25213, 25214.8.13, 25214.10.1, 25218.9, 25218.10,
25244.6, 25244.15.1, 25250.1, 25250.15, 25250.18, 25250.19, 25312, 25313, 33459.1, 39762, 39763,
41705, 41805.5, and 41865.5 of, and to add Section 30 to, the Health and Safety Code, to amend
Sections 10507.5, 12153, 12164.5, 12165, 12166, 12167, 12167.1, 12200, 12207, 12211, 12215,
12217, 12301, 12310, and
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Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(1). (Last location was NAT. RES. on 9/11/2009) - 01/15/2010

Title:Maintenance of the codes.
Sponsor: Tran
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 315, 650, 809, 1627.5, 1754.5, 1915, 1925, 1950, 2361, 2660.3, 3041, 4060,
4200, 4301, 4989.54, 7403, 7847, 8027, 17533.6, 17537.12, 21606.5, 23356.2, 24045.4, and 24045.6
of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 1675, 1770, 1780, 1936, 1993, 1993.02,
1993.03, 1993.04, 1993.05, 1993.07, 1993.08, 1993.09, and 2782.96 of the Civil Code, to amend
Sections 416.80 and 697.350 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 8210 and 31155 of the
Corporations

Title:Inedible kitchen grease transporters: dead animal haulers.
Sponsor: Galgiani
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 19315 and 19348 of the Food and Agricultural Code, relating to animals, and

Title: Pupil data: California School Racial Equality Designation Act.
Sponsor: Portantino
Abstract: An act to add Section 49062.5 to the Education Code, relating to pupil data.

Title:Tribal customary adoption.
Sponsor: Cook
Abstract: An act to add and repeal Section 8600.5 of the Family Code, and to amend, repeal, and add Sections
294, 358.1, 361.5, 366.21, 366.22, 366.25, 366.26, 366.3, 16120, 16508, and 16508.1 of, and to add
and repeal Section 366.24 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to Indian children.

Title: Firearms.
Sponsor: Davis
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 12031 and 12050 of the Penal Code, relating to concealed firearms.

Title: Commercial hunting clubs: Shared Habitat Alliance for Recreational Enhancement program:
interference with hunting.
Sponsor: Tom Berryhill
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 1571, 1572, 1573, 1574, 2009, 3240.5, and 12000 of, and to repeal and add
Sections 3241 and 3242 of, the Fish and Game Code, relating to fish and wildlife.
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Sections 3241 and 3242 of, the Fish and Game Code, relating to fish and wildlife.

Title:Fish and game: oil spills: wildlife rehabilitation.
Sponsor: Committee on Water, Parks and Wildlife
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 1345, 1348, 1796, 3004, 4011, 5654, 7149.45, 8035, 8036, 8276.2, 8276.3,
8279.1, 8280.1, 8280.2, 8280.3, 8280.4, 8280.5, 8280.6, 8405.4, 12002.1, 12159, 12160, and 12161 of,
and to add Sections 392, 393, 859, 860, 1050.8, 2011.5, 2020, and 12014 to, the Fish and Game Code,
and to amend Sections 8670.3, 8670.61.5, and 8670.67 of the Government Code, relating to natural
resources.

Title:Horse racing: workers' compensation.
Sponsor: Evans
Abstract: An act to add and repeal Section 19605.78 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse
racing, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.

Title:The Wildlife Center.
Sponsor: Fletcher
Abstract: An act to add Part 4 (commencing with Section 19600) to Division 9 of the Food and Agriculture Code,
relating to wildlife.

Title:Audiologists: hearing aids.
Sponsor: Jones
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 101, 149, 205, 2220.5, 2530.2, 2531, 2531.2, 2534, 2534.2, 3300, 3306,
3307, 3320.1, 3326, 3327, 3327.5, 3328, 3329, 3350, 3352, 3353, 3354, 3356, 3357, 3358, 3360, 3362,
3364, 3400, 3401, 3402, 3403, 3404, 3421, 3422, 3423, 3424, 3426, 3430, 3451, 3452, 3454, 3455, and
3456 of, to add Sections 2531.06 and 3322 to, to add Article 9 (commencing with Section 2539.1) to
Chapter 5.3 of Division 2 of, to repeal Sections 3321, 3325, and 3330 of, and to repeal and add
Sections

Title:Taxation: limited partnerships: income tax: dependent exemption credit: corporation tax apportionment.
Sponsor: Committee on Revenue and Taxation
Abstract: An act to amend Section 15902.09 of the Corporations Code, and to amend Sections 17054, 19591,
and 25128 of, and to amend and repeal Sections 19136.8 and 25128.5 of, the Revenue and Taxation
Code, relating to taxation.

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Title: Horse racing.
Sponsor: Committee on Governmental Organization
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 19510, 19513, 19605.7, 19605.71, 19605.9, and 19606.3 of the Business
and Professions Code, relating to horse racing, and making an appropriation therefor.

Title:Taxation: federal conformity.
Sponsor: Charles Calderon
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 17008.5, 17020.6, 17024.5, 17041, 17052.12, 17062, 17063, 17072, 17085,
17132.5, 17144.5, 17152, 17206, 17250, 17250.5, 17255, 17275.5, 17276, 17501, 17551, 17952.5,
18165, 18180, 18631, 19116, 19131, 19134, 19164, 19166, 19172, 19179, 19443, 21015.5, 23045,
23051.5, 23456, 23609, 23712, 23732, 23772, 24305, 24356, 24357, 24357.1, 24357.7, 24358, 24416,
24949.5, 24990.6, and 24993 of, to add Sections 17020.15, 17132.8, 17204, 17225, 17257, 17257.2,
17257.4, 17275.2,

Title:Sales and use taxes: income and corporation taxes: collection cost recovery fee.
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 6453, 19138, and 23101 of, to amend and repeal Section 25136 of, to add
Sections 6833, 9035, 11534, 17276.05, 17276.20, 17276.21, 17276.22, 24416.05, 24416.20, 24416.21,
24416.22, 30354.7, 32390, 38577, 40168, 41127.8, 43449, 45610, 46466, 50138.8, 55211, and 60495
to, to repeal Sections 17276, 17276.9, 17276.10, 24416, 24416.9, and 24416.10 of, and to repeal and
add Sections 6452.1, 6487.3, and 18510 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation,
making an
Status: Read third time. Urgency clause refused adoption. (Ayes 26. Noes 10. Page 5256.) - 10/08/2010

Title:2010-11 Budget.
Sponsor: Blumenfield
Abstract: An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several
public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the
State of California, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
Status: Read second time. To third reading. Senate Rule 29.3 suspended. Joint Rule 10.5 suspended. (Page
5222.) - 10/07/2010

Title:Budget Act of 2010.
Sponsor: Blumenfield
Status: Read third time. Urgency clause refused adoption. (Ayes 21. Noes 14. Page 5123.) - 09/01/2010
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Title: Dependent children: locating extended family members
Sponsor: Portantino
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 358.1, 360, and 16206 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to
dependent children.
Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(11). (Last location was APPR. SUSPENSE FILE on 4/14/2010) -
06/04/2010

Title: Cruelty to animals.
Sponsor: Lieu
Abstract: An act to amend Section 597 of the Penal Code, relating to cruelty to animals.
Number: CA ACR 19 - Updated (Text, Status 04/02/2009)

Title: Spaying and neutering.
Sponsor: Smyth
Abstract: Relative to Spay Day USA 2009.
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter No. 9, Statutes of 2009 - 04/01/2009
Number: CA ACR 63 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)

Title: Foster Care Month.
Sponsor: Bass
Abstract: Relative to Foster Care Month.
Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(17). (Last location was RLS. on 5/4/2009) - 08/31/2010
Number: CA ACR 91 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)

Title: Adopt a Shelter Pet Month.
Sponsor: Lieu
Abstract: Relative to pet adoption.
Number: CA SB 44 - Updated (Status 01/21/2010)

Title:Integrated waste management.
Sponsor: Denham
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 68055.1, and 68055.2 of, and to repeal Sections 66799.22 and 66799.40 of,
the Government Code, to amend Sections 18909, 25141.6, 25143.12, 25150, 25197.2, 25201.1, 25213,
25214.8.13, 25214.10.1, 25218.9, 25218.10, 25244.6, 25244.15.1, 25250.1, 25250.15, 25250.18,
25250.19, 33459.1, 39762, 39763, 41705, 41805.5, and 41865.5 of the Health and Safety Code, to
amend Sections 10507.5, 12153, 12164.5, 12165, 12166, 12167, 12167.1, 12200, 12207, 12211,
12215, 12217, 12301,
Number: CA SB 135 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Title: Animal abuse: cattle: tail docking.
Sponsor: Florez
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Abstract: An act to amend Section 597n of the Penal Code, relating to animal abuse.

Title:Retail food facilities.
Sponsor: Runner
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 113733, 113735, 113769, 113784, 113789, 113801, 113818, 113821, 113831,
113871, 113876, 113879, 113930, 113932, 113939, 113947, 113949.1, 113949.2, 113950.5, 113953,
113969, 113976, 113982, 113984, 113986, 113996, 114002, 114004, 114021, 114041, 114067, 114089,
114099.2, 114099.6, 114117, 114159, 114163, 114185, 114185.5, 114250, 114252, 114279, 114286,
114295, 114311, 114313, 114314, 114358, 114371, 114380, 114381, and 114387 of, to add Sections
113747.1, 113778.4,

Title: Dogs and cats: spaying and neutering.
Sponsor: Florez
Abstract: An act to add Sections 30804.6 and 31751.4 to the Food and Agricultural Code, relating to animals.
Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(17). (Last location was UNFINISHED BUSINESS on 8/26/2010)
- 08/31/2010

Title:Horses: sale, purchase, or transfer.
Sponsor: Wiggins
Abstract: An act to repeal and add Section 19525 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse
racing.

Title: Department of Fish and Game: scientific collector's permits.
Sponsor: Aanestad
Abstract: An act to add Section 1002.5 to the Fish and Game Code, relating to the Department of Fish and Game.

Title: Dogfighting forfeitures.
Sponsor: Calderon
Abstract: An act to add Section 598.1 to the Penal Code, relating to dogfighting.
Number: CA SB 359 - Updated (Text 10/14/2009)

Title: Records: disclosure exemptions.
Sponsor: Romero
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 6275, 6276.02, 6276.04, 6276.06, 6276.08, 6276.10, 6276.12, 6276.14,
6276.16, 6276.18, 6276.22, 6276.24, 6276.26, 6276.28, 6276.30, 6276.32, 6276.34, 6276.36, 6276.38,
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6276.40, 6276.42, 6276.44, 6276.46, and 6276.48 of the Government Code, relating to records.

Title:Recycling: California redemption value.
Sponsor: Wolk
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 14560, 14571.2, 14571.8, 14572, 14574, 14575, 14581, 14585, and 43021 of,
to add Sections 14515.3, 14526.8, 14571.6.5, 14571.6.6, and 14571.6.7 to, and to amend, repeal, and
add Section 14504 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling, and making an appropriation
therefor.

Title: Prescriptions.
Sponsor: Corbett
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 4040 and 4076 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to pharmacy.

Title:Child welfare services, foster care services, and adoption assistance.
Sponsor: Liu
Abstract: An act to amend Section 8545 of the Family Code, to amend Section 1506 of the Health and Safety
Code, and to amend Sections 4094, 11462, 11463, 16119, 16120.1, 16121, 16121.05, and 16501.1 of,
and to add Sections 366.215 and 16010.2 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to services for
children.

Title: California Environmental Quality Act: biogas pipelines: exemption.
Sponsor: Ashburn
Abstract: An act to add and repeal Section 21080.23.5 of the Public Resources Code, relating to the environment.

Title: Horse racing: advance deposit wagering: satellite wagering facilities.
Sponsor: Harman
Abstract: An act to amend Section 19604 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse racing.

Title:Solid waste: plastic waste: polyvinyl chloride clamshell packaging.
Sponsor: DeSaulnier
Abstract: An act to add Chapter 5.9 (commencing with Section 42370) to Part 3 of Division 30 of the Public
Resources Code, relating to solid waste.
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Title:Professions and vocations.
Sponsor: Yee
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 27, 101, 128.5, 144, 146, 149, 683, 733, 800, 801, 803, 1907, 2089.5, 2096,
2102, 2107, 2135, 2168.4, 2175, 2221, 2307, 2335, 2486, 2488, 2570.5, 2570.6, 2570.7, 2570.185,
2760.1, 3503, 3517, 3518, 3635, 3636, 3753.5, 4022.5, 4027, 4040, 4051, 4059.5, 4060, 4062, 4076,
4081, 4110, 4111, 4126.5, 4161, 4174, 4231, 4301, 4305, 4329, 4330, 4857, 4980.30, 4980.43, 4996.2,
4996.17, 4996.18, 5092, 5093, 5801, 6534, 6536, 6561, 7616, 7629, 8030.2, 8740, and 8746 of, to add

Title:Consumer affairs: professions and vocations.
Sponsor: Committee on Business, Professions and Economic De
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 139, 805, 1632.5, 1634.2, 2493, 2530.2, 2532.2, 2532.7, 2570.2, 2570.3,
2570.4, 2570.5, 2570.6, 2570.7, 2570.9, 2570.10, 2570.13, 2570.16, 2570.18, 2570.20, 2570.26,
2570.28, 2571, 2872.2, 3357, 3362, 3366, 3456, 3740, 3750.5, 3773, 4101, 4112, 4113, 4160, 4196,
4200.3, 4200.4, 4510.1, 4933, 4938, 4980.45, 4980.48, 4982, 4982.2, 4989.22, 4989.54, 4992.1,
4992.3, 4996.23, 4996.28, 4996.5, 4999.2, 5016, 5021, 5022, 5023, 5651, 7028.7, 7044, 7159, 7159.5,
7159.14, 7303.2,

Title:Sales and use taxes: income and corporation taxes: collection cost recovery fee.
Sponsor: Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 6453, 19138, and 23101 of, to amend and repeal Section 25136 of, to add
Sections 6833, 9035, 11534, 17276.05, 17276.20, 17276.21, 17276.22, 24416.05, 24416.20, 24416.21,
24416.22, 30354.7, 32390, 38577, 40168, 41127.8, 43449, 45610, 46466, 50138.8, 55211, and 60495
to, to repeal Sections 17276, 17276.9, 17276.10, 24416, 24416.9, and 24416.10 of, and to repeal and
add Sections 6452.1, 6487.3, and 18510 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation,
making an
Number: CA SCA 23 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)

Title:Food safety: antibiotics.
Sponsor: Florez
Abstract: A resolution to propose to the people of the State of California an amendment to the Constitution of the
State, by adding Article X C thereto, relating to food safety.
Status: Failed Deadline pursuant to Rule 61(b)(17). (Last location was PRINT on 6/23/2009) - 08/31/2010
Number: CA SCR 20 - Updated (Text 09/04/2009)

Title: Children of Incarcerated Parents Bill of Rights.
Sponsor: Liu
Abstract: Relative to the Children of Incarcerated Parents Bill of Rights.
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 88, Statutes of 2009. - 08/28/2009
Number: CA SCR 35 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)

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Number: CA SCR 35 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)
Title: Foster Care Month.
Sponsor: Steinberg
Abstract: Relative to Foster Care Month.
Number: CA SR 30 - Updated (Status 09/09/2010)

Title:
Sponsor: Florez
Abstract: Relative to horses.
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Number: CA ABX1 8 - Updated (Status 11/22/2009)
Title:Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 14491, 17550.19, and 21653 of the Business and Professions Code, to
amend Section 5305 of the Financial Code, to amend Section 421 of the Military and Veterans Code, to
amend Sections 154, 155, 337.4, 368, 422.7, 476a, 484b, 484g, 484h, 487, 487b, 487e, 487f, 487h,
496, 498, 500, 502, 537, 537e, 550, 551, 565, 566, 592, 594.4, 641.3, 2932, 2933.1, 2933.2, 2933.3,
2933.5, 2933.6, 3000, 4019, and 4600 of, to amend, renumber, and add Section 2933.4 of, to add
Sections
Status: Vetoed by Governor. VETOED - 01/06/2009
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Number: CA SBX2 16 - Updated (Status 02/24/2009)
Title:Horse racing: license fees.
Sponsor: Ashburn
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 19606.1, 19606.3, and 19620.1 of, to add Section 19620.2 to, and to repeal
and add Section 19616.51 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse racing, and
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Sponsor: Evans
Status: Died on Senate third reading file. - 10/27/2009

Title: Budget Act of 2009: revisions.
Sponsor: Evans
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102-0556, 0250-111-0001, 0250-112-0001, 0250-301-0660, 0530-001-9732, 0540-001-0140, 0540-
001-6031, 0540-001-6051, 0540-490, 0555-001-0028, 0555-001-0044, 0555-001-0235, 0559-001-
0001, 0559-001-3078, 0650-001-0001, 0650-001-0890, 0690-001-0890, 0690-001-6061, 0690-101-
0890, 0690-102-0890, 0820-001-0001,
Status: Died at Desk. - 10/26/2009

Title:Corrections.
Sponsor: Arambula
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 7027.3, 14491, 17550.19, and 21653 of the Business and Professions Code,
to amend Section 25541 of the Corporations Code, to amend Section 5305 of the Financial Code, to
amend Sections 11105, 11150.6, 11153, 11162.5, 11162.6, 11350, 11351, 11351.5, 11352, 11352.1,
11353, 11353.1, 11353.4, 11353.5, 11353.6, 11353.7, 11354, 11355, 11356.5, 11357, 11358, 11359,
11360, 11361, 11363, 11364.7, 11366, 11366.5, 11366.6, 11366.7, 11366.8, 11368, 11370, 11370.1,
11370.2, 11370.4,
Status: Died Concurrence pending. - 10/26/2009

Title:Integrated waste management: transfer of authority.
Sponsor: Gaines
25214.8.13, 25214.10.1, 25218.9, 25218.10, 25244.6, 25244.15.1, 25250.1, 25250.15, 25250.18,
amend Sections 10507.5, 12153, 12164.5, 12165, 12166, 12167, 12167.1, 12200, 12207, 12211,
12215, 12217, 12301,

Title:State government.
Sponsor: Evans
Abstract: An act to amend Section 19616.51 of, and to add Section 19616.52 to, the Business and Professions
Code, to amend Sections 8610.5, 11545, 12715, 13302, 16140, and 22877 of, to add Section 12472.5
to, and to add and repeal Section 22864.1 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1566.2, 13235,
17031.8, 17036, 18114, 18502, and 51504 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 12975.9 of,
and to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 11885) to Chapter 4 of Part 3 of Division 2 of, the

Title: Solid waste: resource recycling and recovery.
Sponsor: Gaines
Abstract: An act to Sections 68055.1 and 68055.2 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 18909, 25141.6,
25143.12, 25150, 25197.2, 25201.1, 25213, 25214.8.13, 25214.10.1, 25218.9, 25218.10, 25244.6,
25244.15.1, 25250.1, 25250.15, 25250.18, 25250.19, 25312, 25313, 33459.1, 39762, 39763, 41705,
41805.5, and 41865.5 of, and to add Section 30 to, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections
10507.5, 12153, 12164.5, 12165, 12166, 12167, 12167.1, 12200, 12207, 12211, 12215, 12217, 12301,
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Sponsor: Ducheny
Status: In Senate. To unfinished business. (Item veto) - 02/20/2009

Sponsor: Ducheny
102-0556, 0250-111-0001, 0250-112-0001, 0250-301-0660, 0530-001-9732, 0540-001-0140, 0540-
001-6031, 0540-001-6051, 0540-490, 0555-001-0028, 0555-001-0044, 0555-001-0235, 0559-001-
0001, 0559-001-3078, 0650-001-0001, 0650-001-0890, 0690-001-0890, 0690-001-6061, 0690-101-
0890, 0690-102-0890, 0820-001-0001,
Status: In Senate. To unfinished business. (Veto) - 06/30/2009

Title:Corrections.
Sponsor: Ducheny
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 14491, 17550.19, and 21653 of the Business and Professions Code, to
amend Section 5305 of the Financial Code, to amend Section 421 of the Military and Veterans Code, to
amend Sections 154, 155, 337.4, 368, 422.7, 461, 463, 476a, 484b, 484g, 484h, 487, 487b, 487c, 487e,
487f, 487h, 496, 498, 500, 502, 537, 537e, 550, 551, 565, 566, 592, 594.4, 641.3, 2932, 2933, 2933.2,
2933.3, 2933.5, 2933.6, 2934, 2935, 3000, 4019, and 4600 of, to amend and renumber Section 2933.4
of,
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 28, - 10/12/2009

Title:Integrated waste management: transfer of authority.
Sponsor: Denham
25214.8.13, 25214.10.1, 25218.9, 25218.10, 25244.6, 25244.15.1, 25250.1, 25250.15, 25250.18,
amend Sections 10507.5, 12153, 12164.5, 12165, 12166, 12167, 12167.1, 12200, 12207, 12211,
12215, 12217, 12301,
Status: From committee without further action. - 10/26/2009

Title: Recycling: California redemption value containers.
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Sponsor: Corbett
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 14560, 14571.2, 14571.8, 14572, 14574, 14575, 14581, 14585, and 43021 of,
to add Sections 14515.3, 14526.8, 14571.6.5, 14571.6.6, and 14571.6.7 to, and to amend, repeal, and
add Section 14504 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling, and making an appropriation
therefor.
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Sponsor: Evans
001-3066, 0250-012-0001, 0250-101-0001, 0250-101-0932, 0250-102-0556, 0250-111-0001, 0250-
112-0001, 0250-301-0660, 0250-301-3037, 0502-001-0001, 0502-001-9740, 0510-001-0001, 0510-
001-9740, 0520-001-0001, 0520-001-0044, 0520-001-0918, 0520-011-0001, 0530-001-9732, 0540-
001-0140, 0540-001-6031,

Sponsor: Evans
Code, to add Section 14044 to the Corporations Code, to add and repeal Article 20.7 (commencing with
Section 69999.10) of Chapter 2 of Part 42 of Division 5 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to amend
Sections 8610.5, 11545, 12715, 13302, and 22877 of, to add Sections 11019.10 and 12472.5 to, and to
add and repeal Section 22864.1 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1566.2, 13235, 17031.8,

Title:Courts omnibus bill: public safety.
Sponsor: Evans
Abstract: An act to amend Section 6322.1 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 68086.1,
69926, 69927, 69957, 70602, 70603, 70611, 70612, 70613, 70614, 70621, 70626, 70650, 70651,
70652, 70653, 70654, 70655, 70656, 70658, and 70670 of, to add Sections 68106.2, 68511.9, and
77202.5 to, and to add and repeal Sections 68106 and 68106.1 of, the Government Code, to amend
Section 103470 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 5023.5 of, and to amend, repeal, and
add Section 1465.8 of,
Status: In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. - 07/23/2009

Title: Consumer affairs: regulatory boards: operations: reorganization.
Sponsor: Audra Strickland
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 101, 130, 149, 205, 3612, 3613, 3620, 3622, 3623, 3624, 3624.5, 3626, 3627,
3628, 3630, 3631, 3633, 3633.1, 3634, 3635, 3636, 3640, 3640.1, 3640.5, 3650, 3651, 3651.5, 3652,
3663, 3670, 3675, 3680, 3681, 3685, 3716, 7801, 7810.1, 7820, 7830.1, 8501, 8502, 8505.17, 8520,
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8674, 8676, 9801, 9810, 9810.1, 9872, 19004, 19004.1, 19030, 19031, and 19174 of, to add Sections
3621, 3621.5, and 8520.2 to, to add and repeal Section 2450.3 of, and to repeal Sections 3625, 7810,
7811,

Sponsor: Ducheny
Code, to add Section 14044 to the Corporations Code, to add and repeal Article 20.7 (commencing with
Section 69999.10) of Chapter 2 of Part 42 of Division 5 of Title 3 of the Education Code, to amend
Sections 8610.5, 11545, 12715, 13302, and 22877 of, to add Sections 11019.10 and 12472.5 to, and to
add and repeal Section 22864.1 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1566.2, 13235, 17031.8,
Status: In Senate. To unfinished business. Died on file. - 07/24/2009

Title:Courts omnibus bill: public safety.
Sponsor: Ducheny
Abstract: An act to amend Section 6322.1 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 68086.1,
69926, 69927, 69957, 70602, 70603, 70611, 70612, 70613, 70614, 70621, 70626, 70650, 70651,
70652, 70653, 70654, 70655, 70656, 70658, and 70670 of, to add Sections 68106.2, 68511.9, and
77202.5 to, and to add and repeal Sections 68106 and 68106.1 of, the Government Code, to amend
Section 103470 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 5023.5 of, and to amend, repeal, and
add Section 1465.8 of,
Status: Approved by Governor. Chaptered by Secretary of State. - 07/28/2009
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Title:Public resources.
Sponsor: Fuller
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 29702, 29725, 29727, 29733, 29735, 29735.1, 29738, 29741, 29751, 29752,
29754, 29756.5, 29763, 29771, and 29780 of, to add Sections 29703.5, 29722.5, 29722.7, 29728.5,
29759, 29773, 29773.5, and 29778.5 to, to add Division 22.3 (commencing with Section 32300) to, to
repeal Section 29762 of, and to repeal and add Sections 29736, 29739, 29753, 29761, 29761.5, and
29764 of, the Public Resources Code, and to amend Sections 1052, 1055, 1055.2, 1538, 1551, 1825,
1845, 1846,

Title:Water diversion and use: reporting.
Sponsor: De Leon
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 5100, 5101, 5103, and 5107 of, to add Chapter 2.7 (commencing with Section
348) to Division 1 of, and to repeal Section 5108 of, the Water Code, relating to water diversion.
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Title: Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta: Delta Protection Commission: Delta conservancy.
Sponsor: Bass
repeal Sections 29762 and 29764 of, and to repeal and add Sections 29736, 29739, 29753, 29761, and
29761.5 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.

Sponsor: Simitian
repeal Section 29762 of, and to repeal and add Sections 29736, 29739, 29753, 29761, 29761.5, and
29764 of, the Public Resources Code, and to add Division 35 (commencing with Section 85000) to, and
to repeal

Sponsor: Steinberg
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 6103.1 and 6103.4 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 29702,
29725, 29727, 29733, 29735, 29735.1, 29738, 29741, 29751, 29752, 29754, 29756.5, 29763, 29771,
and 29780 of, to add Sections 29703.5, 29722.5, 29722.7, 29728.5, 29759, 29773, 29773.5, and
29778.5 to, to add Division 22.3 (commencing with Section 32300) to, to repeal Section 29762 of, and to
repeal and add Sections 29736, 29739, 29753, 29761, 29761.5, and 29764 of, the Public Resources
Code, to amend

Title: Water diversion and use: reporting: resources: Disaster Preparedness and Flood Prevention Bond Act
of 2006: Safe Drinking Water, Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection
Bond Act of 2006.
Sponsor: Steinberg
Abstract: An act to amend Sections 5100, 5101, 5103, and 5107 of, to add Chapter 2.7 (commencing with Section
348) to Division 1 of, and to repeal Section 5108 of, the Water Code, and to amend and supplement the
Budget Act of 2009 (Chapter 1 of the 2009-10 Third Extraordinary Session) by amending Items 3940-
001-0439 and 3940-001-3058 of Section 2.00 of the Budget Act of 2009, relating to water resources,
and making an appropriation therefor.
Colorado - Adjourned 2010 1 Bill

Number: CO HB 1226 - Updated (Status 04/20/2010)
Title: Differential Response To Child Abuse
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Sponsor: KEFALAS
Status: Governor Action - Signed - 04/15/2010
Connecticut - Adjourned 2010 7 Bills

Number: CT HB 5066 - Updated (Status 02/19/2010)
Title: AN ACT CONCERNING EDUCATIONAL STABILITY FOR CHILDREN IN THE CARE AND CUSTODY OF
THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
Sponsor: Human Services Committee
Status: Public Hearing 02/23 - 02/17/2010
Number: CT SB 152 - Updated (Status 05/05/2010)

Title: AN ACT CONCERNING CHANGES TO THE GENERAL STATUTES CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT
OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
Sponsor: Select Committee on Children
Status: Bill Passed Temporarily - 05/04/2010
Number: CT SB 154 - Updated (Text, Status 04/15/2010)

Title: AN ACT AUTHORIZING A DIFFERENTIAL RESPONSE BY THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND
FAMILIES TO REPORTS OF CHILD ABUSE.
Status: Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate - 04/14/2010

Title: AN ACT CONCERNING THE EDUCATIONAL PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN IN THE CARE AND
CUSTODY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.
Number: CT SB 274 - Updated (Text 06/08/2010)

Title: AN ACT PROHIBITING THE UNREASONABLE CONFINEMENT AND TETHERING OF DOGS.
Sponsor: Environment Committee
Status: Signed by the Governor - 06/02/2010

Title: AN ACT CONCERNING PUPPY MILLS AND THE ORIGIN OF OTHER POTENTIALLY SICK DOGS
IMPORTED INTO THIS STATE.
Sponsor: Environment Committee

Title: AN ACT CONCERNING APPLICATIONS FOR RELIEF FROM PHYSICAL ABUSE BY A FAMILY OR
HOUSEHOLD MEMBER.
Sponsor: Judiciary Committee
District of Columbia 2009-10 24 Bills

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District of Columbia 2009-10 24 Bills
Number: DC B18 52 - Updated (Status 03/26/2009)
Title: PIT BULL PUBLIC PROTECTION ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Graham
Status: Public Notice of Introduction - 01/16/2009

Title: FISCAL YEAR 2009 BALANCED BUDGET SUPPORT CONGRESSIONAL REVIEW EMERGENCY
AMENDMENT ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Gray
Status: Act/Resolution Published - 03/06/2009

Title: ANACOSTIA RIVER CLEAN UP AND PROTECTION ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Wells, Alexander, Barry, Bowser, Brown, Catania, Cheh, Evans, Thomas, Mendelson, MBrown, Gray
Status: Law Effective, L18-0055 - 09/23/2009

Title: OMNIBUS PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE AMENDMENT ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Mendelson, Wells

Title: CRIME BILL EMERGENCY AMENDMENT ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Mendelson

Title: OMNIBUS PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE EMERGENCY AMENDMENT ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Mendelson

Title: FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUPPORT EMERGENCY ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Gray
Number: DC B18 410 - Updated (New 07/20/2009)

Title: FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUPPORT TEMPORARY ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Gray
Status: Introduced - 07/17/2009

Title: FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUPPORT ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Gray
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Title: FISCAL YEAR 2010 BUDGET SUPPORT SECOND EMERGENCY ACT OF 2009".
Sponsor: Gray

Title: RHODE ISLAND AVENUE AND NORTH CAPITOL STREET NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL
TAX DISTRICT ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Thomas
Number: DC B18 498 - Updated (Text 10/13/2010)

Title: WILDLIFE PROTECTION ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Cheh, Bowser, Graham, MBrown, Thomas, Gray
Status: First Vote/Reading - 10/05/2010

Title: HUMAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROTECTION AMENDMENT ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Cheh, Wells

Title: FISCAL YEAR 2010 INCOME TAX SECURED REVENUE BOND AND GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND
ISSUANCE EMERGENCY APPROVAL ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Gray

Title: FAMILIES TOGETHER AMENDMENT ACT OF 2010".
Sponsor: Wells, Brown, Bowser, Alexander, Cheh, Evans, Thomas

Title: CHILD PROTECTION AGAINST DANGEROUS DOGS AMENDMENT ACT OF 2010
Sponsor: Wells, Graham, Brown, Thomas, Alexander
Number: DC PR18 55 - Updated (Status 03/27/2009)

Title: HEARING PROCEDURES FOR WASHINGTON HUMANE SOCIETY APPROVAL RESOLUTION OF 2009".
Sponsor: Gray

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Title: SENSE OF THE COUNCIL IN SUPPORT OF REDUCING POVERTY IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
RESOLUTION OF 2009
Sponsor: Barry, Bowser, Brown, MBrown, Thomas, Alexander, Graham, Wells, Gray
Status: Introduced - 01/06/2009

ISSUANCE APPROVAL RESOLUTION OF 2009".
Sponsor: Gray

Title: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOMELAND SECURITY COMMISSION CATHY LANIER CONFIRMATION
RESOLUTION OF 2009
Sponsor: Gray

ISSUANCE APPROVAL RESOLTUION OF 2009
Sponsor: Gray
Number: DC PR18 1012 - Updated (Text 07/27/2010)

Title: SENSE OF THE COUNCIL AGAINST CONGRESSIONAL GUN LEGISLATION RESOLUTION OF 2010".
Sponsor: Mendelson, Alexander, Barry, Bowser, Brown, Catania, Cheh, Evans, Graham, MBrown, Thomas, Wells,
Gray
Status: Enacted, Act/Resolution # R18-0541 - 07/13/2010

Title: CONTRACT NO. POHC-2004-C-0526 MODIFICATIONS APPROVAL AND PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION
EMERGENCY DECLARATION RESOLUTION OF 2010".
Sponsor: Gray

Title: NEWARK STREET PARK EMERGENCY DECLARATION RESOLUTION OF 2010".
Sponsor: Mendelson, Cheh
Delaware - Adjourned 2009-10 12 Bills

Number: DE HB 78 - Updated (Status 01/19/2010)
Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE SALE OR TRANSFER OF A
PUPPY UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHT WEEKS OF AGE.
Sponsor: B. Short
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Abstract: Very young puppies learn bite inhibition and appropriate play behaviors during the 5th to 8th week with
the mom and littermates. Puppies who are separated before this age are much more at risk for serious
biting behaviors and dog to dog aggression. Health considerations are also important. This Bill makes
it unlawful to sell or otherwise transfer a puppy until it is 8 weeks of age so their natural tendencies will
be mitigated.
Status: Stricken - 01/19/2010
Number: DE HB 95 - Updated (Text 04/28/2009)

Title:AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 7 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DOGS.
Sponsor: George
Abstract: This bill adopts the recommendations of the Humane Society of the United States regarding
restrictions on the large-scale for-profit dog breeding operations commonly known as "puppy mills."
The intent of this bill is to ensure that dogs are bred in sanitary and humane conditions. The bill
prohibits the possession of more than 25 breeding dogs at one time and imposes minimum
requirements for breeding dogs to receive veterinary care.
Status: Introduced and Assigned to Agriculture Committee in House - 03/26/2009
Number: DE HB 165 - Updated (Text, Status 09/09/2010)

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO COUNTIES AND TITLE 7 OF THE
DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DOGS.
Sponsor: Mulrooney
Abstract: This act permits the Department of Health and Social Services to provide online access to the names
and nature of the conduct committed by those persons who are actively listed on the Adult Abuse
Registry as a result of substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Number: DE HB 192 - Updated (Status 07/23/2009)

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 3 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE ANIMAL POPULATION
CONTROL PROGRAM AND SPAY/NEUTER FUND.
Sponsor: Walls
Abstract: This legislation expands the beneficiaries of the Spay/Neuter Fund to include two additional groups of
applicants. First, recipients of Social Security disability compensation are presently eligible, and this
legislation would expand eligibility to those individuals who received Social Security disability
compensation until they reached full retirement age, but for whom the Social Security Administration has
since converted their benefits to regular social security. Second, this legislation
Number: DE HB 346 - Updated (Hearing 06/10/2010)

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CRIMES AND CRIMINAL
PROCEDURE
Sponsor: George
Abstract: This bill makes it illegal to knowingly possess visual depictions of the intentional torture or killing of an
animal. For a person to be found guilty under this statute, such person must knowingly and voluntarily
possess the depiction. The underlying act must also be illegal under existing Delaware or federal law.
For example, under Delaware law, acts of animal cruelty, cockfighting and dogfighting are illegal, and
this law would ban the intentional depiction of such acts. This law is also
Status: Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House - 03/30/2010
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Number: DE HB 466 - Updated (Text 07/13/2010)
Title:AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DOGS.
Sponsor: George
Abstract: This Act amends the existing law regarding specifications for the humane handling, care and treatment
of dogs to include restrictions on tethering dogs for extended periods of time between the hours of
11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. and when there is inclement weather. This bill also directs the animal shelters
located in the State of Delaware to implement a public awareness campaign to educate the public
about the dangers of tethering dogs in these conditions.
Status: Laid On Table in House - 06/23/2010
Number: DE SB 21 - Updated (Hearing 05/07/2009)

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO ANIMAL FIGHTING AND
BAITING.
Abstract: This Act imposes a minimum mandatory 6 months in jail for certain types of animal fighting or baiting.
The offense is a class F felony.
Status: Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate - 03/19/2009
Number: DE SB 113 - Updated (Status 07/20/2010)

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLES 10, 29 AND 31 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO EXTENDING THE
JURISDICTION OF THE FAMILY COURT FOR ABUSED, DEPENDENT AND NEGLECTED CHILDREN.
Sponsor: Cook
Abstract: This Bill creates a procedure by which youth exiting foster care in Delaware and who are provided
services under the John H. Chafee Independence Act and/or the Fostering Connections and Increasing
Adoptions Act of 2008 have a legal mechanism for Family Court to review the appropriateness of such
services. The bill also specifically limits any findings on the reasonableness of the services to be
offered and coordinated by the DSCYF to the youth, including financial, housing, medical, employment,

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CRIMES AND CRIMINAL
PROCEDURE.
Sponsor: Hall-Long
Abstract: In recent years there has been a significant rise in the abuse of prescription drugs and controlled
substances. There has also been a significant increase in prescription fraud, such as tampering with
and forgery of prescription forms for the purpose of obtaining controlled substances to use or sell
illegally. In 2008, the General Assembly passed legislation which requires practitioners in the State of
Delaware to use a statewide/universal prescription form with certain markers making the form

Title: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURES.
Sponsor: Blevins
Abstract: This bill amends the current Sex Offender Registry statute, 11 Del. C. §§ 4120 and 4121 to bring the
State of Delaware into substantial compliance with the federal Adam Walsh Act as mandated under the
Sex Offender Registry Notification Act (SORNA). The bill also extends the deadline for the Sex Offender
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Management Board to complete the development of standards and guideline pertaining to the
management of sex offenders from January 1, 2009 to January 1, 2011, and to implement those
standards and

Title:AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 7 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DANGEROUS DOGS.
Sponsor: Simpson
Abstract: This Act includes cats in the list of domestic animals which when attacked might cause a dog to be
declared a potentially dangerous dog or if severely injured or killed might cause a dog to be declared a
dangerous dog. This attack, serious injury or death must occur on the property of the owner of the
domestic animal or while under the immediate control of the owner of the domestic animal.
Status: Stricken - 04/28/2010

Title:AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 3 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO ANIMALS HELD IN SHELTER.
Sponsor: Blevins
Abstract: This bill establishes health, adoption, and record keeping requirements for animal shelters operating in
Delaware and updates the euthanasia provisions applying to shelters. Author: Senator Blevins
Florida - Adjourned 2010 6 Bills

Number: FL H 543 - Updated (Status 05/04/2010)
Title: Dangerous Dogs
Sponsor: Thurston
Abstract: Eliminates prohibition of breed-specific local government regulation of dangerous dogs.
Status: H Died in Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources Policy (GGPC) - 04/30/2010

Title:Maternal and Child Health
Sponsor: N. Thompson
Abstract: Creates "Florida Nurse Home Visitation Act"; establishes nurse home visitation pilot program in
specified areas; provides purpose; requires local Healthy Start coalitions to administer program;
provides duties of DOH; provides for administration & evaluation of program; provides eligibility
requirements; requires DOH to adopt standards & guidelines & submit annual report to Governor &
Legislature.
Status: H Died in Committee on Health Care Appropriations (CGHC) - 04/30/2010

Title:Sexual Activities Involving Animals
Sponsor: Waldman
Abstract: Prohibits knowing sexual conduct or sexual contact with an animal; prohibits specified related activities;
provides that act does not apply to certain husbandry, conformation judging, & veterinary practices.
Status: H Died in Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources Policy (GGPC) - 04/30/2010
Number: FL S 104 - Updated (Status 05/04/2010)

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Title: Sexual Activities Involving Animals [SPSC]
Sponsor: Rich
Abstract: Prohibits knowing sexual conduct or sexual contact with an animal. Prohibits specified related activities.
Provides that the act does not apply to certain husbandry, conformation judging, and veterinary
practices, etc.
Status: H Died in Messages - 04/30/2010

Title: Dangerous Dogs/Breed-specific Regulation [EPSC]
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: Eliminates the prohibition of breed-specific local government regulation of dangerous dogs.
Status: S Died in Committee on Agriculture - 04/30/2010

Title:Maternal and Child Health [SPSC]
Sponsor: Aronberg
Abstract: Creates the "Florida Nurse Home Visitation Act." Establishes a nurse home visitation pilot program in
specified areas. Requires local Healthy Start coalitions to administer the program. Provides duties of
the Department of Health. Provides for administration and evaluation of the program. Requires the
department to submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature, etc.
Status: S Died in Committee on Health Regulation - 04/30/2010
Georgia - Adjourned 2009-10 5 Bills

Number: GA HB 987 - Updated (Status 01/29/2010)
Title:Gambling; prohibit cockfighting; provisions
Sponsor: Bryant,Bob
Abstract: A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of
Georgia Annotated, relating to gambling offenses, so as to prohibit cockfighting and related conduct; to
provide for punishments; to provide for exceptions; to define a term; to provide for applicability; to amend
Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to animals, so as to change certain provisions
relating to caring for an impounded animal; to change certain
Status: House Second Readers - 01/28/2010

Title:Animal protection; shelters scan for microchips prior to euthanasia; provisions
Sponsor: Maddox,Gene
Abstract: A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia
Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to animal protection, so as to provide that animal
shelters and similar facilities shall scan animals for microchips prior to euthanasia; to define a certain
term; to provide that a reasonable effort shall be made to contact the owner; to provide for a waiver of
liability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status: Effective Date - 07/01/2010

Title: Criminal offenses; cruelty to animals; revise provisions
Sponsor: Levitas,Kevin
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Annotated, relating to criminal offenses against public health and morals in general, so as to
extensively revise provisions relating to criminal offenses involving cruelty to animals; to define terms; to
revise the elements and definitions of offenses; to change provisions relating to criminal punishment;
to provide for other related matters; to provide for an effective date and
Number: GA HB 1153 - Updated (Text, Status 03/19/2010)

Title:Public health and morals; offense of cruelty to animals; change provisions
Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding offenses against public health and morals, so as to
change certain provisions regarding the offense of cruelty to animals; to provide for related matters; to
repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status: House Committee Favorably Reported - 03/18/2010

Title:Animals; dangerous and vicious dogs; revise provisions
Sponsor: Maddox,Gene
Abstract: A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to
animals, so as to extensively revise provisions relating to dogs and especially provisions relating to
dangerous and vicious dogs; to define and redefine terms; to prohibit the training of dogs to attack
humans in residential areas unless expressly permitted by the applicable zoning; to provide for court
orders for the euthanasia of dogs; to provide public safety and administrative procedures for
Hawaii - Adjourned 2009-10 167 Bills

Number: HI HB 25 - Updated (Status 09/10/2009)
Title:State Parks; Dogs
Sponsor: EVANS
Abstract: Allows restrained dogs in state parks in designated areas that have access to the shoreline; limits the
State's liability
Status: D Carried over to 2010 Regular Session. - 05/11/2009

Title: Special Funds; Revolving Funds; Special Accounts; Temporary Transfers; Central Service and
Departmental Administrative Expenses
Sponsor: M. OSHIRO
Abstract: Provides for the temporary transfer of interest from certain special funds, revolving funds, and special
accounts to the general fund

Title: Land Use; Agricultural District; Mining
Sponsor: SAGUM
Abstract: Allows mining as a permitted use in the agricultural district
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Title:Hunting Wildlife; Prohibited Acts
Sponsor: M. OSHIRO
Abstract: Prohibits and establishes as a misdemeanor: (1) The possessing or using of a snare to hunt or take
wildlife; (2) The using of bait to hunt or take wildlife; and (3) The taking of wildlife for the purpose of
keeping as a pet

Title:State Budget
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Appropriates funds for the operating and capital improvement budget of the Executive Branch for fiscal
years 2009-2010 and 2010-2011
Status: S Act 162, 6/29/2009 (Gov. Msg. No. 779). - 06/29/2009

Title:Starlight Reserve; Statewide Lighting Law
Sponsor: EVANS
Abstract: Requires department of business, economic development, and tourism, assisted by a temporary
advisory committee, to develop a statewide starlight reserve strategy, including an intelligent statewide
lighting law, to preserve the quality of the night sky and its associated cultural, scientific, astronomical,
natural, and landscape-related values

Title: Agricultural Districts; Permitted Uses
Sponsor: SAGUM (BR)
Abstract: Allows the renting of dwelling units in state agricultural districts

Title:Agriculture; Industrial Hemp
Sponsor: BERTRAM
Abstract: Provides the authority, procedures, and licensing, related to the production of industrial hemp in the
State

Title: Health; Home Care Agencies; Licensing
Sponsor: M. LEE
Abstract: Requires the department of health to license home care agencies
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Title: Pepper Spray; Counties
Sponsor: EVANS
Abstract: Allows counties to regulate the sale and possession of pepper spray

Title:General Excise Tax; Employment Security
Sponsor: NAKASHIMA
Abstract: Exempts neighbor island physicians and osteopathic physicians from paying general excise taxes or
unemployment insurance taxes

Title: Hawaii-Made Products; Labeling Requirements
Sponsor: COFFMAN
Abstract: Amends "made in Hawaii" rules to include "grown in Hawaii" and creates labeling requirements

Title:Highway; safety; reckless driving; traffic violations
Sponsor: FINNEGAN
Abstract: Strengthens the current reckless driving penalties for individuals guilty of two or more traffic violations
under the State's Traffic Code

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative (HCEI); Electric Generation and Delivery
Sponsor: THIELEN
Abstract: Establishes electric generation and delivery initiatives necessary for and contributing to the transition of
Hawaii's energy sector to 70% non-petroleum energy sources by 2030

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative In Transportation Energy
Sponsor: WARD
Abstract: Establishes transportation energy initiatives necessary for the transition of Hawaii's transportation
energy sector from almost completely dependent on petroleum towards the use of efficient, stable,
secure, renewable, non-petroleum energy sources by 2030

Title: Medical Malpractice; Insurance; Non-economic Damages
Sponsor: MARUMOTO
Abstract: Limits non-economic damages in medical tort actions contingent on compliance with premium rate
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caps by insurers providing professional liability insurance in Hawaii

Title:Coastal Zone Management
Sponsor: CHONG
Abstract: Requires certain agencies to account for sea-level rise and minimize risk from coastal hazards such as
erosion, storm inundation, hurricanes, and tsunamis

Title:Medical Torts
Sponsor: CHONG
Abstract: Requires claimants who reject the medical claim conciliation panel's award of damages and pursue
litigation to pay the health care provider's attorneys' fees, costs, and cost of the provider's time under
certain conditions

Title:County Ethics Committees; Civil Fines; Appeal Proceedings
Sponsor: KARAMATSU (BR)
Abstract: Conforms county ethics procedures for civil fines with state ethics commission procedures by allowing
appeals of civil fines directly to a court and authorizing counties to adopt an ordinance to allow a county
ethics commission to issue civil fines without first requesting correction or ceasing of violation

Title: Agriculture; Office Business; Farm Dwelling
Sponsor: CARROLL
Abstract: Allows office related businesses in agricultural district farm dwellings under certain conditions

Title: Health; Home Care Agencies; Licensing; Appropriation
Sponsor: YAMANE

Title: Crimes; Dog Fighting; Animal Cruelty
Sponsor: MIZUNO
Abstract: Clarifies dog fighting and animal cruelty laws
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Title: Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Amendments
Sponsor: MIZUNO
Abstract: Adopts amendments to Hawaii tax laws to implement the streamlined sales and use tax agreement

Title:Public School Menu Plans; Optional Vegetarian School Lunch Meals
Sponsor: BERTRAM
Abstract: Requires the department of health, in collaboration with the department of agriculture, department of
education, and Hawaii school food service, to develop nutritionally-sound public school menu plans that
give students the option of a vegetarian school lunch meal

Title: Medical Torts
Sponsor: PINE
Abstract: Permits plaintiffs in medical tort actions to recover the full amount of economic loss

Title:High Technology Park; Appropriation
Sponsor: YAMASHITA
Abstract: Requires the department of business, economic development, and tourism to consult with the high
technology development corporation to plan for the establishment of the high technology park on the
site of the animal quarantine station in Halawa on Oahu

Title:Land Use; Agricultural Land; Subdivision
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Protects and promotes the proper use of Hawaii's best agricultural lands by requiring conditions of
approval for subdivisions of agricultural land into smaller lots and farm dwellings, thereby ensuring
meaningful agricultural use

Title:Agriculture; Important Agricultural Lands; Public Land
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Describes public land designated as important agricultural lands as equivalent to but distinct from
important agricultural lands

Title: Child Abuse
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
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Abstract: To provide greater protection to our children, this bill amends the offense of promoting child abuse in
the second degree to include the possession of particularly violent or egregious child pornography, and
it adds mandatory sentencing provisions for serious child abuse offenses

Title:Land Use
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Gives the counties greater authority and flexibility to define uses and regulate land use in the State Rural
District consistent with broad State policies and standards

Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Amend chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to improve coastal zone management by (1) clarifying
"development" and "not development" in the special management area (SMA); (2) improving the SMA
permit system; and (3) considering shoreline erosion rates for the shoreline setback to reduce the
threat from coastal hazards

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative; Electric Generation and Delivery.
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Hawaii's energy sector to 70 percent non-petroleum energy sources by 2030

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative; Transportation
Sponsor: SAY (BR)

Title:Invasive Species
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Amends chapter 150A by reducing the inspection, quarantine and eradication fee to 20 cents per
thousand pounds effective

Title: Homeless Programs
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
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Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Improves the coordination of homeless programs and services within the Department of Human
Services by relocating the state homeless programs from the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to the
Benefit, Employment, and Support Services Division

Title: Epidemiologic Investigations
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Grants the Department of Health authority to take samples necessary for epidemiologic investigations

Title:Highway; Safety; Reckless Driving; Traffic Violations
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Modifies the current reckless driving law to include defined penalties for first-time offenders and repeat
offenders guilty of one or more traffic violations under the State's Traffic Code

Title: Bioprospecting
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Vests rights to biodiversity in the State

Title:Naturopathic Medicine; Naturopathy; Parenteral Therapy
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Amends the title of the chapter regulating naturopathy to "naturopathic medicine"; defines "naturopathic
medicine"; authorizes naturopathic physicians to administer parenteral therapy; authorizes naturopathic
physicians to obtain Federal Drug Enforcement Administration registration; authorizes temporary
license to licensed out-of-state naturopathic physicians in a declared public health emergency

Title: Transportation Carrier Commission; Creation
Sponsor: SAY
Abstract: Establishes a transportation carrier commission to regulate water and motor carriers

Title: Discrimination in Real Property Transactions; Source of Income
Sponsor: MORITA
Abstract: Prohibits discrimination in real property transactions based on lawful source of income
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Title:DLNR; Renewable Energy Producer; Public Notice; Public Lands; Lease
Sponsor: NAKASHIMA
Abstract: Requires that the board of land and natural resources conduct public hearings prior to awarding a
lease of public land to a renewable energy producer

Title:Animals; Killing; Human Consumption
Sponsor: BROWER
Abstract: Makes it a class C felony to intentionally or knowingly kill a cat or dog for the purpose of human
consumption or to consume any part of a cat or dog

Title:General Excise Tax; Disaster Preparedness; Tax Free Week
Sponsor: AWANA
Abstract: Exempts the general excise tax on the purchase of certain disaster preparedness items sold during the
last week of May

Title: Dogs; Tethering
Sponsor: THIELEN (BR)
Abstract: Prohibits tethering of dogs to fixed objects

Title: Health Care; Advanced Practice Registered Nurse; Primary Care Provider; Prescriptive Authority;
Endorsement Licensure
Sponsor: M. LEE
Abstract: Requires insurers, mutual and fraternal benefit societies, and health maintenance organizations to
recognize advanced practice registered nurses as primary care providers

Title:Community Services; Homeless
Sponsor: CHANG
Abstract: Allows the Department of Human Services to establish the Office of Homeless and Community
Services and transfer the Office of Community Services from the Department of Labor and Industrial
Relations and the homeless programs from the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to the new office

Title: Agricultural District; Permitted Uses
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Sponsor: ITO
Abstract: Amends the permitted uses of land within the agricultural district with soil classifications of A or B to
include agricultural education programs conducted on a farming operation
Status: H Act 053, on 5/6/2009 (Gov. Msg. No. 341). - 05/06/2009

Title: Cruelty to Animals; Second Degree
Sponsor: LUKE (BR)
Abstract: Establishes certain types of animal restraint as an offense of cruelty to animals in the second degree

Title: Cruelty to Animals; Second Degree
Sponsor: LUKE (BR)
Abstract: Establishes certain types of animal restraint as an offense of cruelty to animals in the second degree

Title:Renewable Energy; Energy Efficiency
Sponsor: MORITA
Abstract: Provides for and encourages renewable energy use and development, and energy efficiency, including
increasing requirements for renewable energy portfolio standard, expanding duties of the energy
resources coordinator, establishing energy efficiency portfolio standards, requiring energy-efficient state
buildings, requiring sellers to provide electricity-cost information, and appropriating funds from the
Renewable Energy Facility Siting Special Fund

Title:Shoreline Setback
Sponsor: MORITA
Abstract: Requires affected agencies to account for sea-level rise and minimize risks from coastal hazards such
as erosion, storm inundation, hurricanes, and tsunami

Title:Renewable Energy
Sponsor: MORITA (BR)
Abstract: Establishes comprehensive measures for increasing the production and use of renewable energy in
the State

Title: Medical Torts; Medical Claim Conciliation
Sponsor: CHONG
Abstract: Establishes the medical claim conciliation hearing office and the positions of executive director and
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hearing officer

Title: Soft Drink and Syrup Tax
Sponsor: M. OSHIRO
Abstract: Imposes a tax on soft drinks and syrup

Title:Humane Treatment of Pet Animals
Sponsor: BROWER
Abstract: Prohibits the confinement of a pet animal on public property (with certain exceptions) and amends the
law on animal hoarding

Title:Temporary Restraining Order; Household Animals
Sponsor: KARAMATSU
Abstract: Authorizes family court to authorize the issuance of a temporary restraining order in certain
circumstances involving an animal identified to the court as belonging to a household

Title: Cruelty to Animals; Possession of Gaff
Abstract: Prohibits possession of gaff designed to be attached to gamecock or other fighting fowl

Title: Real Property Transactions; Animal Companions
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Prohibits landlord-tenant agreements from having no pet clauses

Title: Real Property Transactions; Pets
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Prohibits landlords from discriminating against tenants with pets

Title: Tort Actions; Damages; Emotional Distress; Animals; Pet
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: Allows recovery for negligent infliction of serious emotional distress or disturbance by the owner of a
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pet for negligent injuries to the pet, not to exceed $25,000

Title: Bicycles; Safety; Statewide Traffic Code
Sponsor: CHOY (BR)
Abstract: Creates the offense of infliction of serious physical injury or death to a vulnerable user of a public way

Title:Administratively Established Fees; Fees and Other Assessments
Sponsor: SAY
Abstract: Removes administrative agencies' authority to establish fees and replaces administratively established
fees with statutory fees

Title: Interest Earned on Certain Special Funds, Revolving Funds, Special Accounts; Temporary Transfer to
General Fund
Sponsor: SAY
Abstract: Provides for the temporary transfer of interest from certain special funds, revolving funds, and special
accounts to the general fund

Title:General Excise And Use Tax Reform
Sponsor: SAY
Abstract: Repeals certain general excise and use tax excise exemptions and exclusions, but retains the
exemption for nonprofit religious organizations

Title: Income Tax; Reform
Sponsor: SAY
Abstract: Reduces the income tax rate for the lower brackets

Title: District CIP; 14th, 15th, and 16th Representative Districts
Sponsor: TOKIOKA
Abstract: Appropriates funds for capital improvement projects for the 14th, 15th, and 16th representative districts

Title: Eminent Domain; Nonprofit Organizations
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Sponsor: TOKIOKA
Abstract: Limits county eminent domain powers to preclude condemnation of private property owned by tax
exempt charitable organizations for use for certain economic development related purposes

Title:Medical Tort Claims
Abstract: Improves the medical tort law by, among other things, setting a maximum award limit for noneconomic
damages in medical tort cases against physician specialists

Title: Animals
Sponsor: PINE (BR)
Abstract: Criminalizes the action of animal hit and run

Title:Fireworks Control Law; Enforcement
Sponsor: PINE
Abstract: Amends provisions of the of the fireworks control law to provide the counties more authority for
enforcement

Title:Transportation Energy
Sponsor: MORITA (BR)
Abstract: Establishes a comprehensive approach to increasing the use of alternative fuel vehicles in the State,
including state procurement of alternative fuel vehicles, tax incentives, and infrastructure requirements

Title:Pet Sales
Sponsor: SHIMABUKURO
Abstract: Requires pet dealers and dog breeders to provide purchasers of dogs with written statements of the
dog's medical history

Title:Renewable Energy
Sponsor: MORITA
Abstract: Establishes comprehensive measures for increasing the production and use of renewable energy in
the State
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Title: Fireworks; Ban
Sponsor: M. LEE
Abstract: Imposes a statewide ban on consumer fireworks, except for religious and cultural events
Status: H Referred to TCI, PBS, JUD, referral sheet 1 - 01/20/2010

Title:Food Labeling; Genetically Engineered Material
Sponsor: CARROLL
Abstract: Beginning 1/1/11 requires foods sold in the State that contain genetically engineered material to be
labeled with a disclosure notice
Status: H Referred to HLT, JUD, FIN, referral sheet 2 - 01/20/2010

Title:Animals; Dog Barking; Investigations
Sponsor: NISHIMOTO (BR)
Abstract: Requires counties to delegate authority to county contracted agencies for seizure and impounding of
unlicensed dogs as sole entity to investigate complaints of nuisance dog barking
Status: H Referred to JUD, referral sheet 2 - 01/20/2010

Title:Aerial Hunting
Sponsor: EVANS
Abstract: Permits aerial hunting only by authorized personnel in connection with emergency animal disease
control or other purposes as ordered by a court
Status: H Referred to WLO, JUD, referral sheet 2 - 01/20/2010

Title:Public Utilities; Rates; Agriculture
Sponsor: EVANS
Abstract: Directs public utilities to establish discounted rates for electricity for agricultural activities located in
agricultural districts
Status: H Referred to EEP/AGR, CPC, referral sheet 2 - 01/20/2010

Title:Child Protective Act
Sponsor: SAY (BR)
Abstract: To ensure that child protective provisions in the Hawaii Revised Statutes are consistent with federal Title
IV-E provisions
Status: H Re-referred to JUD, FIN, referral sheet 20 - 02/05/2010

Title: Animals; Humane Treatment
Sponsor: KARAMATSU
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Abstract: Amends the definition of "necessary sustenance" with regard to pet animals

Title:Endangered Species; Felony; Private Right of Action
Sponsor: C. LEE
Abstract: Establishes the intentional or knowing taking of an endangered species as a class C felony; provides a
private right of action to enforce conservation of aquatic life, wildlife, and land plants laws
Status: H Referred to WLO, JUD, referral sheet 8 - 01/27/2010
Number: HI HCR 60 - Updated (Status 05/07/2009)

Title: Hunting Dogs; Public Hiking Trails
Sponsor: BERG
Status: S Received notice of Final Adoption from House (Hse. Com. No. 729). - 05/07/2009

Title: Correctional Facilities
Sponsor: SAY
Status: H The committee(s) recommends that the measure be deferred. - 04/15/2009

Title: Animals; Pet Protection Program
Status: S Referred to CPN, WAM. - 04/17/2009

Title: Hawaiian Monk Seal Day
Sponsor: MORITA
Status: H Referred to WLO, referral sheet 36 - 03/20/2009
Number: HI HR 44 - Updated (Status 04/07/2009)

Title: Energy, Outer Continental Shelf, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Sponsor: BERG
Status: H Resolution adopted in final form. - 04/06/2009

Sponsor: BERG
Status: H Referred to WLO, HED, referral sheet 14 - 02/12/2009

Status: H Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on JUD as amended in HD 1 with none voting no and
Awana, Keith-Agaran, McKelvey, Nishimoto, Takai excused. - 04/03/2009
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Number: HI SB 2 - Updated (Status 09/10/2009)

Title:Fireworks; Ban; Cultural and Religious Exceptions
Sponsor: HEE (BR)
Abstract: Bans consumer fireworks in counties with a population over 600,000, except for religious and cultural
purposes; requires counties to regulate the sale of consumer fireworks for religious or cultural
purposes

Title: Animal Welfare; Tethering
Sponsor: TANIGUCHI (BR)
Abstract: Prohibits, with exceptions, the practice of tethering dogs

Title:Hunting Wildlife; Prohibited Acts
Sponsor: BUNDA
Abstract: Prohibits and establishes as a misdemeanor: (1) The possessing or using of a snare to hunt or take
wildlife; (2) The using of bait to hunt or take wildlife; and (3) The taking of wildlife for the purpose of
keeping as a pet

Title:Tort Actions; Damages; Emotional Distress; Animals; Pet
Sponsor: HANABUSA (BR)
Abstract: Allows recovery for negligent infliction of serious emotional distress or disturbance by the owner of a
pet for negligent injuries to the pet, not to exceed $25,000

Title: Pit Bulls
Abstract: Prohibits ownership, possession, or sale of pit bulls

Title: Commercial Motor Vehicle Insurance; Delivery Persons; Transportation
Sponsor: IHARA
Abstract: Requires businesses to provide commercial motor vehicle insurance coverage for drivers and delivery
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persons who use their own motor vehicles to make deliveries and transport persons for business
purposes

Sponsor: IHARA
appeals of civil fines directly to a court under the Administrative Procedures Act; authorizes counties to
allow a county ethics commission to issue civil fines without a prior warning

Title:Employment; Exemptions
Sponsor: CHUN OAKLAND
Abstract: Exempts from employment-related laws service performed by an individual who participates in a work
incentives or employment support program of the Social Security Administration while receiving social
security disability benefits

Title:Land Use Commission; Rural District; Important Agricultural Lands.
Sponsor: SAKAMOTO
Abstract: Expands permitted uses in rural district to include agribusiness activities, farm worker housing, and
limited affordable housing

Title:General Excise Tax; Employment Security
Sponsor: TAKAMINE
Abstract: Exempts neighbor island physicians and osteopathic physicians from paying general excise taxes or
unemployment insurance taxes

Title: Graffiti; Civil Fines
Sponsor: ESPERO
Abstract: Enacts comprehensive statewide mechanism for the imposition of civil fines for graffiti

Title: Animal Cruelty; Consumption of Companion Animals
Sponsor: GABBARD
Abstract: Prohibits the possession, sale, purchase, give away, receipt, import, or export of companion animals for
the purpose of human food
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Title: Animal Welfare
Sponsor: GABBARD
Abstract: Establishes the Companion Animal Protection Act

Title:Counties; Eminent Domain Powers; Restriction; Public Use
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Restricts the eminent domain powers of the counties to ensure that private property, if acquired by a
county through its eminent domain powers, is acquired only for public uses and not for private use

Title:Eminent Domain Powers; Restrictions
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Prohibits the State and counties from condemning private property for a private economic interest or for
a private entity that expressed an interest in developing that same property for development purposes or
private use before the condemnation

Title:Torts; Medical Tort Reform; Joint and Several Liability
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Revises medical tort reform laws to: allow for arbitration of medical services contracts, create a new cap
on noneconomic damages for medical torts, allow for introduction of evidence, limit contingency fees,
and allow for periodic payments for future damages

Title:Penal Code; Crimes Against Unborn Children
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Creates new criminal offenses of murder, voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, battery,
and assault of an unborn child; defines unborn child

Title:Unemployment Insurance; Family-owned Corporations
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Provides family-owned corporations with only one stockholder with the option to participate in the State's
unemployment insurance program
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Title: General Excise Tax Exemption; Food
Sponsor: SLOM
Abstract: Provides a general excise tax exemption for food

Sponsor: GREEN (BR)
Abstract: Amends the title of the chapter regulating naturopathy to "naturopathic medicine"; defines "naturopathic
medicine"; authorizes naturopathic physicians to administer parenteral therapy; authorizes naturopathic
physicians to obtain Federal Drug Enforcement Administration registration; authorizes temporary
license to licensed out-of-state naturopathic physicians in a declared public health emergency

Sponsor: IGE
Status: S Veto override, Special Session 2009, Act 21 on 07-15-09. - 07/16/2009

Sponsor: IGE
Abstract: Amends the title of chapter 455 to "naturopathic medicine" and amends references therein; defines
"naturopathic medicine"; changes the name of the board of examiners in naturopathy to the board of
naturopathic medicine and authorizes the board to make rules; authorizes temporary license to
licensed out-of-state naturopathic physicians in a declared public health emergency
Status: S Veto override, Special Session 2009, Act 22 on 07-15-09. - 07/16/2009

Title: General Excise Tax; Food; Exemption
Sponsor: IGE
Abstract: Exempts food from payment of general excise tax

Title: Discrimination in Real Property Transactions; Source of Income
Sponsor: HOOSER
Abstract: Prohibits discrimination in real property transactions based on lawful source of income

Title: Shoreline Setback
Sponsor: HEE
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Abstract: Improves and updates provisions for the management of coastal zones

Title: Electronic Monitoring; Animal Hoarding; Reenactment
Abstract: Reenacts certain provisions of the Hawaii Revised Statutes sunseted by Acts 128 and 180, SLH 2008

Title: Cruelty to Animals; Tethering
Abstract: Prohibits the tethering or restraining of companion animals unless certain circumstances exist

Sponsor: TANIGUCHI
appeals of civil fines directly to a court and authorizing counties to adopt an ordinance to allow a county
ethics commission to issue civil fines without first requesting correction or ceasing of violation

Title:Eminent Domain
Sponsor: ENGLISH
Abstract: Prohibits use of power of eminent domain to take and transfer private property to a private entity that had
expressed interest in purchasing the same property for development purposes or other private use

Title: Fireworks; Prohibition
Sponsor: KIDANI
Abstract: Provides for a statewide ban of consumer fireworks (firecrackers)

Title: Fireworks; Prohibition
Sponsor: KIDANI
Abstract: Bans all fireworks in counties with a population of more than 500,000 persons

Title: Counties; Powers; Contingency Relief Funds
Sponsor: IHARA
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Abstract: Allows counties to make appropriations for contingency relief funds, upon public notice and hearing

Title: Crimes; Dog Fighting
Abstract: Enacts more comprehensive prohibition of fighting dogs and related conduct

Title:Public School Menu Plans; Optional Vegetarian School Lunch Meals
Abstract: Requires the department of health, in collaboration with the department of agriculture, department of
education, and Hawaii school food service, to develop nutritionally-sound public school menu plans that
give students the option of a vegetarian school lunch meal

Sponsor: IHARA

Title:Land Use; Agricultural Land; Subdivision
Abstract: Protects and promotes the proper use of Hawaii's best agricultural lands by requiring conditions of
approval for subdivisions of agricultural land into smaller lots and farm dwellings, thereby ensuring
meaningful agricultural use

Title:Agriculture; Important Agricultural Lands; Public Land
Abstract: Describes public land designated as important agricultural lands as equivalent to but distinct from
important agricultural lands

Title:Child Abuse
Abstract: To provide greater protection to our children, this bill amends the offense of promoting child abuse in
the second degree to include the possession of particularly violent or egregious child pornography, and
it adds mandatory sentencing provisions for serious child abuse offenses
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Abstract: Amend chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to improve coastal zone management by (1) clarifying
"development" and "not development" in the special management area (SMA); (2) improving the SMA
permit system; and (3) considering shoreline erosion rates for the shoreline setback to reduce the
threat from coastal hazards

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative; Electric Generation and Delivery.
Hawaii's energy sector to 70 percent non-petroleum energy sources by 2030

Title:Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative; Transportation

Title:Invasive Species.
Abstract: Amends chapter 150A by reducing the inspection, quarantine and eradication fee to 20 cents per
thousand pounds effective July 2, 2009 and exempt from the fee the first one thousand pounds of freight
in a shipment, as well as certain types of bulk cargo

Title: Epidemiologic Investigations
Abstract: Grants the Department of Health authority to take samples necessary for epidemiologic investigations

Abstract: Modifies the current reckless driving law to include defined penalties for first-time offenders and repeat
offenders guilty of one or more traffic violations under the State's Traffic Code
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Title:Eminent Domain; Charitable Organizations
Abstract: Prohibits use of power of eminent domain to take and transfer property owned by a charitable
organization to a private entity for development purposes or other private use

Sponsor: ENGLISH
Abstract: Clarifies penalties for first-time offenders and repeat offenders guilty of one or more traffic violations
under the traffic code

Title: General Excise Tax; Exemption; Food
Sponsor: HEMMINGS
Abstract: Provides a general excise tax exemption for food

Title:Domestic Abuse; Temporary Restraining Orders; Pets
Sponsor: HEE
Abstract: Allows an ex parte restraining order to include granting exclusive care of a pet animal to a party and to
enjoin the other party from visiting, taking, concealing, threatening, physically abusing, or disposing of
the animal

Sponsor: TOKUDA
Abstract: Requires certain agencies to account for sea-level rise and minimize risk from coastal hazards such as
erosion, storm inundation, hurricanes, and tsunamis

Title:Agricultural District; Permitted Uses; Educational Appurtenances
Sponsor: HEE
Abstract: Amends the permitted uses of land within the agricultural district with soil classifications of A or B to
include educational appurtenances of a farming operation

Title: Real Property Transactions; Animal Companions
Sponsor: BUNDA
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Abstract: Prohibits landlord-tenant agreements from having no pet clauses

Title: Real Property Transactions; Pets
Sponsor: BUNDA
Abstract: Prohibits landlords from discriminating against tenants with pets

Title: Dangerous Dogs; Owner Responsibility; Penalties
Sponsor: GABBARD
Abstract: Prohibits the owner of a dangerous dog from allowing the dog to roam freely without supervision

Title:Community Services; Homeless
Sponsor: TAKAMINE
Abstract: Creates the office of homeless and community services under the department of human services and
transfers the office of community services from the department of labor and industrial relations and the
homeless programs from the Hawaii public housing authority to the department of human services

Title: Animal Welfare
Sponsor: HEMMINGS
Abstract: Prohibits the unreasonable or unsafe restraint of dogs and cats

Title: Cruelty to Animals; Possession of Gaff
Sponsor: TANIGUCHI (BR)
Abstract: Prohibits possession of gaff designed to be attached to gamecock or other fighting fowl

Title: Humane Treatment of Pet Animals
Sponsor: GALUTERIA
Abstract: Clarifies animal cruelty law

Title: Renewable Energy
Sponsor: GABBARD
Abstract: Makes various revisions to renewable energy and net energy metering provisions
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Title:Hospital-Acquired Infection; Disclosure; Prevention
Sponsor: GABBARD
Abstract: Enacts the hospital-acquired infection disclosure and hospital-acquired infection prevention law to
detect, report, and prevent hospital-acquired infections

Title:Administratively Established Fees; Fees and Other Assessments
Sponsor: KOKUBUN
Abstract: Removes administrative agencies' authority to establish fees and replaces administratively established
fees with statutory fees

Title:Dog and Cat Breeding and Selling
Abstract: Requires all breeders of dogs and cats to obtain permits from the county prior to breeding, sets certain
requirements for obtaining the permit, sets penalties for violations, and sets price ceilings for mixed-
breed dogs and cats

Title: Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Amendments
Sponsor: FUKUNAGA
Abstract: Adopts amendments to Hawaii tax laws to implement the streamlined sales and use tax agreement
Status: S Veto overridden - 2/3's vote: Ayes, 23; Aye(s) with reservations: none . Noes, 2 (Senator(s) Hemmings,
Slom). Excused, 0 (none). - 07/15/2009

Title:Prescription Drug Formulary for Non-physician Health
Sponsor: GREEN
Abstract: Directs the Hawaii medical board to establish practice-specific subcommittees to establish prescription
drug formularies for non-physician health care providers with prescriptive authority
Status: S Referred to HTH, CPN. - 01/21/2010

Title:State Enterprise Zones; Renewable Energy
Sponsor: FUKUNAGA
Abstract: Expands eligible business activity in the State enterprise zones to include the development or
production of various types of renewable energy
Status: S Referred to ENE/EDT, WAM. - 01/21/2010
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Title:Child Protective Act
Abstract: Establishes child protective provisions in the Hawaii Revised Statutes that are consistent with federal
Title IV-E provisions

Title: Pet Animals
Sponsor: TANIGUCHI
Abstract: Amends the definition of "necessary sustenance" with regard to pet animals
Number: HI SCR 42 - Updated (Hearing 04/04/2009)

Title: National Heritage Area; Hawai'i Capital Heritage Area
Sponsor: FUKUNAGA
Status: H This measure has been deleted from the meeting scheduled on Monday 04-06-09 9:00am in
conference room 312. - 04/03/2009
Number: HI SCR 89 - Updated (Status 07/28/2009)

Title: Environment; Illegal Dumping
Sponsor: KIM
Status: S Certified copies of resolutions sent, 07-07-09. - 07/07/2009

Status: S Referred to JGO/CPN. - 03/23/2009

Title: Pet Animals; Task Force
Sponsor: TANIGUCHI

Sponsor: HOOSER

Sponsor: GALUTERIA
Status: S Referred to HRE/WTL. - 03/23/2009
Number: HI SR 55 - Updated (Status 07/28/2009)

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Title: Environment; Illegal Dumping
Sponsor: KIM

Status: S Referred to JGO/CPN. - 03/23/2009

Title: Pet Animals; Task Force
Sponsor: TANIGUCHI

Sponsor: HOOSER

Sponsor: GALUTERIA
Status: S Referred to HRE/WTL. - 03/23/2009
Iowa - Adjourned 2009-10 31 Bills

Number: IA HF 722 - Updated (Status 01/11/2010)
Title: A bill for an act relating to regulation of certain conservation and recreation activities under the
jurisdiction of the department of natural resources, modifying fees, establishing an upland game bird
study advisory committee, making penalties applicable, and providing an immediate effective date.
Sponsor: Committee On Natural
Abstract: This bill relates to various conservation and recreation activities under the purview of the department of
natural resources, modifies fees, and makes penalties applicable. SNOWMOBILES. Code section
321G.2(1) is amended to allow the natural resource commission to adopt rules for the establishment of
a program of grants, subgrants, and contracts for the development, maintenance, and operation of
designated snowmobile trails and grooming equipment by political subdivisions and incorporated
private organizations; of a certified education course for the operation of snowmobile grooming
equipment; of a certified education course for the safe use
Status: * * * * * END OF 2009 ACTIONS * * * * * - 01/07/2010
Number: IA HF 2257 - Updated (Status 02/05/2010)

Title: A bill for an act relating to animal cruelty, and making penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: BACKGROUND. Code chapter 717B provides animal cruelty statutes which apply to all animals other
than (1) livestock; (2) game, fur=bearing animals, fish, reptiles, or amphibians; and (3) nongame
species declared to be a nuisance (Code section 717B.1). ANIMAL CRUELTY OFFENSES. For those
animals that are covered, there are three types of animal cruelty offenses. The first is neglect, which
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occurs when a person impounds or confines an animal and fails to provide it with necessities such as
food or water or who tortures or kills an animal by causing it unjustified pain (Code section 717B.3). The
second is abuse which occurs when a person
Status: Subcommittee, Kuhn, Lykam, and Sands. H.J. 267 - 02/04/2010
Number: IA HF 2368 - Updated (New 02/10/2010)

Title: A bill for an act relating to dissemination by a young person of material depicting a sex act or nudity and
sexual exploitation of a minor.
Sponsor: Mascher
Abstract: This bill relates to dissemination by a young person of material depicting a sex act or nudity and sexual
exploitation of a minor. The bill grants discretion to a prosecutor to charge a person 14 through 18 years
of age with a simple misdemeanor under new Code section 708.2A, for disseminating to another
person 14 through 18 years of age material depicting either or both persons, one of whom is a minor,
engaged in a sex act or in a state of full or partial nudity. A person convicted under new Code section
708.2A is not required to register as a sex offender and is not subject to a special sentence. Under
current law, it is a serious
Status: Introduced, referred to Judiciary. H.J. 314 - 02/10/2010
Number: IA HSB 75 - Updated (Status 03/08/2009)

Title: A study bill relating to the criminal offenses of enticing a minor, and the possession, distribution, and
reporting of obscene material, and providing penalties.
Sponsor: Department Of Public Safety
Abstract: Division I relates to criminal offenses of enticing a minor. The division renames the criminal offense of
enticing away a minor to enticing a minor, and eliminates the provisions related to enticing "away" a
minor. Under the division, it is a class "C" felony if a person without authority and with the intent to
commit sexual abuse or sexual exploitation upon a minor under the age of 16, entices or attempts to
entice the minor for the purpose of committing sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. The division also
makes it a class "C" felony if the person being enticed is believed to be a minor under the age of 16.
Current law makes it a class "C"
Status: 8:30AM; House Lobbyist Lounge Public Safety. - 02/10/2009

Title: A study bill relating to the possession, distribution, and reporting of obscene material and making
penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Attorney General
Abstract: This bill relates to the possession or distribution of obscene material. The bill modifies the definition of
"material" in Code chapter 728 to include live transmissions. Under the bill, the modification of the
definition of the term "material" results in changes to the elements of the following criminal offenses
within Code chapter 728: dissemination of obscene material to minors (Code section 728.2), admitting
minors to premises where obscene material is exhibited (Code section 728.3), rental or sale of
hard=core pornography (Code section 728.4), sexual exploitation of a minor (Code section 728.12(2)),
and telephone dissemination of obscene
Status: Voted - Public Safety. - 03/11/2009

Title: A study bill relating to various conservation and recreation activities under the purview of the department
of natural resources, modifying fees, and making penalties applicable.
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Sponsor: Department Of Natural Resources
321G.2(1)is amended to allow the natural resource commission to adopt rules for the establishment of
Status: Natural Resources: Bell Chair, and Palmer,Steckman,Arnold, and Deyoe. - 01/14/2010

Title: A study bill relating to regulation of certain conservation and recreation activities under the jurisdiction of
the department of natural resources, modifying fees, and making penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Bell
Status: Voted - Natural Resources. - 03/05/2009

Title: A study bill relating to magistrate jurisdiction, specifying certain traffic-related offenses as simple
misdemeanors, making other related changes to simple misdemeanor offenses, and providing a
penalty.
Sponsor: Swaim
Abstract: This bill relates to magistrate jurisdiction, specifies certain traffic=related offenses as simple
misdemeanors, and makes other related changes to simple misdemeanor offenses. Under the bill, the
following traffic=related offenses which are commonly referred to as nonscheduled violations are
specified as simple misdemeanors; Code sections 321.24 (issuance of registration or title); 321.95
(right of inspection); 321.96 (prohibited plates); 321.121 (special truck registration); 321.122 (truck and
other vehicle fees); 321.189 (motorized bike violations); 321.208A (out=of=service orders); 321.285
(speed restrictions); 321.371 (clearing up
Status: Judiciary: Palmer Chair,Mertz, and Helland. - 02/09/2009

Title: A study bill relating to the eligibility for tax credits and income reductions for qualified expenditures
under the film, television, and video project promotion program and providing effective and retroactive
applicability date provisions.
Sponsor: Department Of Economic Development
Abstract: This bill relates to the eligibility for tax credits for qualified expenditures and deduction from income
received from certain qualified expenditures under the film, television, and video project promotion
program. The program currently does not allow salary expenditures for directors, producers, and
principal cast members to be counted as qualified expenditures under the program. The bill allows up
to $1 million in compensation for each of these persons to be counted toward a taxpayer's qualified
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expenditures if the person is an Iowa resident or Iowa=based business. The program also currently
allows vendors to take a reduction in adjusted
Status: Voted - Economic Growth. - 03/03/2009

Title: A study bill relating to energy efficiency by establishing a renewable energy transmission authority, and
conferring bonding authority upon the authority.
Sponsor: Office Of Energy Independence
Abstract: This bill creates a renewable energy transmission authority to promote the establishment of electric
transmission and interconnected storage facilities and related structures and infrastructure with at least
30 percent of the facility's electric energy originating from renewable energy sources. The authority shall
be comprised of eleven members, including the director of the office of energy independence or
designee, the state treasurer or designee, three members appointed by the governor, and two
members appointed by the president of the senate, and the speaker of the house of representatives,
respectively. One appointed member of the
Status: Commerce: Reichert Chair,Petersen,Quirk,Soderberg, and Wagner. - 03/03/2009

Title: A study bill relating to nonsubstantive Code corrections and providing effective dates and for retroactive
applicability.
Sponsor: Swaim
Status: Voted - Judiciary. - 03/05/2009

Title: A study bill relating to statutory corrections which may adjust language to reflect current practices, insert
earlier omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, delete temporary language, resolve
inconsistencies and conflicts, update ongoing provisions, or remove ambiguities, and including
effective and applicability date provisions.
Sponsor: Swaim
Abstract: This bill contains statutory corrections that adjust language to reflect current practices, insert earlier
omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, delete temporary language, resolve inconsistencies
and conflicts, update ongoing provisions, or remove ambiguities. The Code sections amended include
the following: DIVISION I == MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. Code section 6B.14: Strikes the word
"aforesaid" and adds after the word "notices" the words "required by" and a citation to Code section
6B.8, to clarify just which notices are being referred to in this Code section. Code sections 9D.1 and
9D.2: Moves a definition that applies to the
Number: IA HSB 575 - Updated (New 01/19/2010)

Title: A study bill for providing for the regulation of commercial establishments required to be certified to keep
certain pets, including by providing for regulation, the imposition of fees, and an appropriation.
Sponsor: Mascher
Abstract: This bill amends a provision in Code chapter 162 authorizing the department of agriculture and land
stewardship to regulate commercial establishments that care for dogs or cats. Generally, a commercial
establishment must obtain a license or certificate of registration. The bill addresses several types of
commercial establishments that have obtained a federal license in lieu of a state license. These
include a commercial kennel (Code section 162.6), public auction (Code section 162.6), dealer (Code
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section 162.7), and commercial breeder (Code section 162.8). A federally licensed commercial
establishment must still obtain a certificate of
Status: State Government: Lensing Chair,Frevert, and Struyk. - 01/19/2010
Number: IA SF 70 - Updated (Status 01/11/2010)

Title: A bill for an act relating to domestic abuse protective orders and animals owned or held by a petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent in domestic abuse cases.
Sponsor: Seng
Abstract: This bill relates to domestic abuse protective orders and animals owned or held by a petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent in a domestic abuse case. The bill provides
that a person who files a petition for relief from domestic abuse pursuant to Code section 236.3 may
specify and identify in the petition any animal owned, possessed, leased, kept, or held by the petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent whose welfare may be affected by domestic
abuse. The bill further provides the court may include in both temporary and permanent orders issued a
grant to the petitioner of the

Title: A bill for an act relating to domestic abuse protective orders and animals owned or held by a petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent in domestic abuse cases.
Sponsor: Committee On Judiciary
Abstract: This bill relates to domestic abuse protective orders and animals owned or held by a petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent in a domestic abuse case. The bill provides
that a person who files a petition for relief from domestic abuse pursuant to Code section 236.3 may
specify and identify in the petition any animal owned, possessed, leased, kept, or held by the petitioner,
respondent, or minor child of the petitioner or respondent whose welfare may be affected by domestic
abuse. The bill further provides the court may include in both temporary and permanent orders issued a
grant to the petitioner of the

Title: A bill for an act requiring that a person assisting another person with a disability by controlling an
assistive animal be allowed to accompany the person with the disability and the assistive animal.
Sponsor: Zaun
Abstract: This bill requires that a person assisting a person with a disability by controlling an assistive animal be
allowed to accompany the person with the disability and the assistive animal.

Title: A bill for an act requiring that a person assisting another person with a disability by controlling an
assistive animal be allowed to accompany the person with the disability and the assistive animal.
Sponsor: Committee On State
Abstract: This bill requires that a person assisting a person with a disability by controlling an assistive animal be
allowed to accompany the person with the disability and the assistive animal.
Number: IA SSB 1064 - Updated (Status 04/14/2009)

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Title: A study bill for an act relating to the criminal offenses of enticing a minor, and the possession,
distribution, and reporting of obscene material, and providing penalties.
Sponsor: Department Of Public Safety
Abstract: Division I relates to criminal offenses of enticing a minor. The division renames the criminal offense of
enticing away a minor to enticing a minor, and eliminates the provisions related to enticing "away" a
minor. Under the division, it is a class "C" felony if a person without authority and with the intent to
commit sexual abuse or sexual exploitation upon a minor under the age of 16, entices or attempts to
entice the minor for the purpose of committing sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. The division also
makes it a class "C" felony if the person being enticed is believed to be a minor under the age of 16.
Current law makes it a class "C"
Status: Judiciary: Kreiman Chair,Warnstadt, and Ward. - 01/20/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to the possession, distribution, and reporting of obscene material and
making penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Attorney General
Abstract: This bill relates to the possession or distribution of obscene material. The bill modifies the definition of
"material" in Code chapter 728 to include live transmissions. Under the bill, the modification of the
definition of the term "material" results in changes to the elements of the following criminal offenses
within Code chapter 728: dissemination of obscene material to minors (Code section 728.2), admitting
minors to premises where obscene material is exhibited (Code section 728.3), rental or sale of
hard=core pornography (Code section 728.4), sexual exploitation of a minor (Code section 728.12(2)),
and telephone dissemination of obscene
Status: Judiciary: Kreiman Chair,Sodders, and Ward. - 01/27/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to regulation of certain conservation and recreation activities under the
jurisdiction of the department of natural resources, modifying fees, and making penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Dearden

Title: A study bill for an act regulating various hunting, fishing, and trapping activities under the jurisdiction of
the department of natural resources, modifying fees, and making penalties applicable.
Sponsor: Dearden
Abstract: This bill regulates various hunting, fishing, and trapping activities under the jurisdiction of the
department of natural resources, modifies fees, and makes penalties applicable. WILDLIFE
CONSERVATION. Code section 481C.2A is amended to provide that a person who hunts antlerless
deer pursuant to a depredation agreement must pay an increased fee of $1.50 for the purpose of the
deer herd population management program. FISHING AND HUNTING LICENSES. Code section 483A.1
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is amended to increase fees for certain resident and nonresident hunting and fishing licenses. New
licenses are added for resident antlerless only deer hunting and for nonresident

Title: A study bill for an act providing that a city may adopt an ordinance regulating the siting of certain
confinement feeding operation structures within an unincorporated area adjacent to the city limits.
Sponsor: Quirmbach
Abstract: This bill provides that a city may adopt an ordinance which provides for the approval of the construction
or expansion of a structure associated with an animal feeding operation which is a confinement feeding
operation (see Code chapter 459) or open feedlot operation (see Code chapter 459A) within an
unincorporated area up to two miles beyond the limits of the city. Such an ordinance would not apply to
a small animal feeding operation having 500 or fewer animal units (see Code section 459.102) or an
animal feeding operation, other than a small animal feeding operation, which exists prior to the effective
date of the ordinance so long as it
Status: 4:00PM; Room 24 Local Government. - 03/03/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to magistrate jurisdiction, specifying certain traffic=related offenses as
simple misdemeanors, making other related changes to simple misdemeanor offenses, and providing
a penalty.
Sponsor: Kreiman
Abstract: This bill relates to magistrate jurisdiction, specifies certain traffic=related offenses as simple
misdemeanors, and makes other related changes to simple misdemeanor offenses. Under the bill, the
following traffic=related offenses which are commonly referred to as nonscheduled violations are
specified as simple misdemeanors; Code sections 321.24 (issuance of registration or title); 321.95
(right of inspection); 321.96 (prohibited plates); 321.121 (special truck registration); 321.122 (truck and
other vehicle fees); 321.189 (motorized bike violations); 321.208A (out=of=service orders); 321.285
(speed restrictions); 321.371 (clearing up

Title: A study bill for an act relating to the eligibility for tax credits and income reductions for qualified
expenditures under the film, television, and video project promotion program and providing effective and
retroactive applicability date provisions.
Sponsor: Department Of Economic Development
Abstract: This bill relates to the eligibility for tax credits for qualified expenditures and deduction from income
received from certain qualified expenditures under the film, television, and video project promotion
program. The program currently does not allow salary expenditures for directors, producers, and
principal cast members to be counted as qualified expenditures under the program. The bill allows up
to $1 million in compensation for each of these persons to be counted toward a taxpayer's qualified
expenditures if the person is an Iowa resident or Iowa=based business. The program also currently
allows vendors to take a reduction in adjusted
Status: Voted - Economic Growth. - 02/19/2009

Title: A study bill for an act providing for the regulation of commercial establishments that house animals by
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the department of agriculture and land stewardship.
Sponsor: Appel
Abstract: This bill amends a provision in Code chapter 162 authorizing the department of agriculture and land
stewardship to regulate animals kept in commercial establishments. Generally, commercial
establishments must obtain a license or certificate of registration. The bill addresses several types of
commercial establishments that have obtained a federal license in lieu of a state license. The
commercial establishments of concern are a commercial kennel (Code section 162.6), public auction
(Code section 162.6), dealer (Code section 162.7), and commercial breeder (Code section 162.8). A
federally licensed commercial establishment must still obtain a
Status: Voted - State Government. - 02/25/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to energy efficiency by establishing a renewable energy transmission
authority, and conferring bonding authority upon the authority.
Sponsor: Office Of Energy Independence
Abstract: This bill creates a renewable energy transmission authority to promote the establishment of electric
transmission and interconnected storage facilities and related structures and infrastructure with at least
30 percent of the facility's electric energy originating from renewable energy sources. The authority shall
be comprised of eleven members, including the director of the office of energy independence or
designee, the state treasurer or designee, three members appointed by the governor, and two
members appointed by the president of the senate, and the speaker of the house of representatives,
respectively. One appointed member of the
Status: Environment & Energy Independence: Rielly Chair,Hancock, and Ward. - 03/04/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to nonsubstantive Code corrections and providing effective dates and for
retroactive applicability.
Sponsor: Kreiman

Title: A study bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government, by providing for
agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.
Sponsor: Governor
Abstract: GENERAL. This bill relates to agriculture and natural resources by making appropriations for the
2009=2010 fiscal year to support related entities, including the department of agriculture and land
stewardship, the department of natural resources (DNR), the department of economic development,
and Iowa state university. The bill appropriates moneys to the department of agriculture and land
stewardship and the department of natural resources. The appropriations are made to support those
departments for administration, regulation, and programs. The bill also provides moneys to support
specific programs or projects administered by those
Status: Appropriations: Seng Chair,Dvorsky, and Hahn. - 03/03/2009

Title: A study bill for an act relating to statutory corrections which may adjust language to reflect current
practices, insert earlier omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, delete temporary language,
resolve inconsistencies and conflicts, update ongoing provisions, or remove ambiguities, and including
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effective and applicability date provisions.
Sponsor: Kreiman
Abstract: This bill contains statutory corrections that adjust language to reflect current practices, insert earlier
omissions, delete redundancies and inaccuracies, delete temporary language, resolve inconsistencies
and conflicts, update ongoing provisions, or remove ambiguities. The Code sections amended include
the following: DIVISION I == MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. Code section 6B.14: Strikes the word
"aforesaid" and adds after the word "notices" the words "required by" and a citation to Code section
6B.8, to clarify just which notices are being referred to in this Code section. Code sections 9D.1 and
9D.2: Moves a definition that applies to the

Title: A study bill for an act relating to motor fuel containing biodiesel, providing for tax credits, making
penalties applicable, and including effective date and applicability provisions.
Sponsor: Bolkcom
Abstract: DIVISION I == BIODIESEL FUEL STANDARD. This bill applies to the retail sale of diesel fuel as
regulated by the department of agriculture and land stewardship under Code chapter 214A, and
specifically biodiesel fuel derived from vegetable oils or animal fats that meet departmental standards
(Code section 214A.2). Biodiesel fuel is designated by "B=xx" where "xx" is the volume percent of
biodiesel by volume. Currently, all biodiesel fuel must be at least B=1 (Code section 214A.2). A retail
dealer is prohibited from advertising for the sale or selling diesel fuel unless it is biodiesel fuel. The bill
provides for a number of exceptions,
Status: Voted - Ways and Means. - 03/26/2009
Number: IA SSB 1319 - Updated (Text, Status 03/31/2009)

Title: A study bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government, by providing for
agriculture, natural resources, and environmental protection.
Sponsor: Committee On Appropriations By Joint Appropriations Subcommittee On Agriculture And Natural
Resources
Abstract: GENERAL. This bill relates to agriculture and natural resources by making appropriations for the
2009=2010 fiscal year to support related entities, including the department of agriculture and land
stewardship, the department of natural resources, the department of economic development, and Iowa
state university. The bill appropriates moneys to the department of agriculture and land stewardship
and the department of natural resources. The appropriations are made to support those departments
for administration, regulation, and programs. The bill requires the departments to submit quarterly
reports to the general assembly and department of
Status: Voted - Appropriations. - 03/31/2009
Idaho - Adjourned 2010 2 Bills

Number: ID S 1317 - Updated (Status 03/03/2010)
Title: Animal cruelty, provisions revised
Sponsor: AGRICULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Status: House intro - 1st rdg - to St Aff - 03/02/2010
Number: ID S 1333 - Updated (Status 02/11/2010)

Title: Cats, sterilization
Sponsor: AGRICULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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Status: Rpt prt - to Agric Aff - 02/10/2010
Illinois 2009-2010 218 Bills

Number: IL HB 23 - Updated (Status 05/15/2009)
Title:USE/OCC TAX-EXTEND MPC
Sponsor: Arthur L. Turner
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers'
Occupation Tax Act. Extends the exemption for graphic arts machinery and equipment and the
manufacturer's purchase credit until August 30, 2014 (now, those provisions are due to expire on July
30, 2009 pursuant to the Acts' automatic sunset provisions found at 35 ILCS 105/3-90; 35 ILCS 110/3-
75; 35 ILCS 115/3-55; and 35 ILCS 120/2-70). Effective immediately.
Status: House Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Randy Ramey, Jr. - 03/19/2009

Title:HORSE RACING-DELETE RECAPTURE
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Deletes the provisions concerning the payment of certain
moneys that would otherwise be payable to purse accounts to wagering facilities if the total Illinois pari-
mutuel handle on Illinois horse races at all wagering facilities in a calendar year is less than 75% of the
total Illinois pari-mutuel handle on Illinois horse races at all such wagering facilities for calendar year
1994 (the recapture provisions). Effective immediately.
Status: Senate Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Re-referred to Assignments; Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b). -
08/15/2009

Title:ANIMALS-PENALTIES-FIGHTING
Sponsor: Marlow H. Colvin
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Increases criminal penalties for certain activities related to
the use of animals, except dogs, for sport fighting. Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Increases
criminal penalties for certain activities related to dog fighting. Effective immediately.
Status: House Public Act . . . . . . . . . 96-0226 - 08/11/2009

Title:CRIM CD-UNLAW USE WEAPONS
Sponsor: John E. Bradley
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that it is not a violation of the statutes concerning unlawful
use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon to carry or possess any pistol, revolver, stun
gun, taser, or other firearm in one's dwelling. Effective immediately.

Title: LICENSING - DOG BREEDER
Sponsor: John A. Fritchey
Abstract: Creates the Dog Breeder License Act. Provides for the licensure of dog breeders with the Department of
Financial and Professional Regulation beginning 6 months after the effective date of the Act. Sets forth
powers and duties of the Department, licensure requirements, grounds for discipline, civil and criminal
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penalties for violation of the Act, and administrative procedure. Includes provisions concerning
exemption from the Act. Provides that the Act does not limit the power of a unit of local
Status: House Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee - 04/03/2009

Title:USE & OCC TX-HYBRID CARS
Sponsor: Timothy L. Schmitz
Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, beginning on the effective date of this amendatory Act and through
June 30, 2014, hybrid vehicles and components for hybrid vehicles are exempt from taxation under the
Acts. Effective immediately.
Status: House Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol A. Sente - 10/30/2009

Title:CRIM CD-FAMILY MEMBER
Sponsor: Careen M. Gordon
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that, except as otherwise provided in the Code, a
prosecution for any offense involving sexual conduct or sexual penetration where the victim and
defendant are family members may be commenced within 10 years (rather than one year) of the victim
attaining the age of 18 years. Provides that for the purposes of the offenses of criminal sexual assault,
aggravated criminal sexual assault, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, criminal sexual abuse,

Title:VEH CD-SOIL & WATER DIST PLATE
Sponsor: Chapin Rose
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code and the State Finance Act. Provides for the issuance of Soil and Water
Conservation District license plates. Provides that, in addition to the appropriate registration fees, an
applicant for the special plate shall be charged a fee of $40 at original issuance and $27 at renewal.
Provides that $15 of the original issuance fee and $2 of the renewal fee shall be deposited into the
Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. Provides that $25 of the additional
Status: Senate Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments - 05/08/2009

Title:WILDLIFE-OWNER PERMIT-ROUNDING
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Requires the Department of Natural Resources, when determining which
entities are eligible to be issued a free Wild Turkey Hunting Permit, to determine the total acreage of the
applicable tract or tracts of land and round remaining fractional portions of an acre greater than or equal
to half of an acre up to the next whole acre. Requires the Department of Natural Resources, when
determining which entities are eligible to be issued a free deer hunting permit, to

Title: FINANCE-ROAD FUND
Sponsor: Jil Tracy
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Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Provides that no appropriations from the Road Fund may be made to the
Department of Central Management Services, the Department of Employment Security, the Department
of Revenue, the Court of Claims, or any other State agency (other than the Department of State Police,
the Department of Transportation, and the Secretary of State) in FY09 or thereafter. Those transfers
must be made from the General Revenue Fund instead. Provides that no further transfers may be made
Status: House Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Jil Tracy - 02/09/2009

Title:ESTATE AND GST TAX-QTIP
Sponsor: Lou Lang
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax. Provides that the State tax credit for
the estates of persons dying after December 31, 2005 and on or before December 31, 2009 includes a
reduction for qualified terminable interest property. Provides that the trustee of a trust for which a QTIP
election is made may not retain non-income producing assets for more than a reasonable amount of
time without the consent of the surviving spouse. Effective immediately.

Title:$GEN ASSEMBLY-TECH
Sponsor: Lou Lang
Abstract: Appropriates $2 from the General Revenue Fund to the General Assembly for its FY10 ordinary and
contingent expenses. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title:IDPH-CANCER DRUG REPOSITORY
Sponsor: Jack D. Franks
Abstract: Creates the Prescription Drug Repository Program Act. Requires the Department of Public Health to
establish a prescription drug repository program, under which any person may donate a prescription
drug or supplies needed to administer a prescription drug for use by an individual who meets eligibility
criteria specified by the Department. Sets forth requirements that prescription drugs or supplies must
meet in order to be accepted and dispensed under the program. Prohibits the resale of drugs or

Title:VETERINARY STU LOAN REPAYMENT
Sponsor: David Reis
Abstract: Creates the Veterinary Student Loan Repayment Program Act. Establishes the Veterinary Student Loan
Repayment Program to be administered through the University of Illinois. Requires a loan recipient
under the Program to enter into a program agreement under which he or she agrees to practice in (i)
veterinary practice that is at least 51% devoted to large animal medicine that enhances agricultural
animal health and productivity or (ii) regulatory veterinary medicine that supports public health and

Title: USE/OCC TAX-LUXURY ITEMS
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Sponsor: LaShawn K. Ford
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Imposes an additional tax of 5% on the
following luxury items: (1) a passenger motor vehicle to the extent that the selling price exceeds
$60,000; (2) a vessel (watercraft) to the extent that the selling price exceeds $200,000; (3) an aircraft to
the extent that the selling price exceeds $500,000; and (4) jewelry or fur clothing and footwear to the
extent that the selling price per item of jewelry or fur clothing and footwear exceeds

Title:BONDS-LOCAL GOV-WASTEWATER
Sponsor: Ed Sullivan, Jr.
Abstract: Amends the Build Illinois Bond Act. Provides that certain bonds that may currently be used for loans or
grants to units of local government for wastewater facilities may also be used for grants to serve
unincorporated areas. Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that the Environmental
Protection Agency is authorized to distribute grants to units of local government for financing and
construction of wastewater facilities (instead of "municipal wastewater facilities") in both

Title:CONT SUB-SCHED II PRESCRIPT
Sponsor: Lou Lang
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Provides that any written prescription for a Schedule II
controlled substance may be filled within 90 (rather than 7) days after issuance.

Title:FINANCE-ROAD FUND
Sponsor: Jil Tracy
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Provides that no appropriations from the Road Fund may be made to any
State agency (other than the Secretary of State, Department of State Police, and Department of
Transportation) or the Court of Claims in FY10 or thereafter. Provides that no further transfers may be
made from the Road Fund or the State Construction Account Fund to the General Revenue Fund.
Effective immediately.

Title:CLIN PSYCH-PRESCRIPTIVE AUTH
Sponsor: William B. Black
Abstract: Amends the Clinical Psychologist Licensing Act. Provides that the Clinical Psychologists Licensing and
Disciplinary Board shall grant certification as medical psychologists to doctoral level psychologists
licensed under the Act who meet the additional education and training requirements under the Act, and
that this certification shall grant medical psychologists prescriptive authority to prescribe and dispense
those drugs used in the treatment of mental, emotional, and psychological disorders.
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Title: ANIMAL-CHILD ABUSE REPORTING
Sponsor: Susana A. Mendoza
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act and the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. Provides
that an animal control officer, Department of Agriculture investigator, or humane society investigator with
reasonable cause to suspect or believe that a child is being abused or neglected or is in danger of
being abused or neglected must immediately make a written or oral report to the Department of
Children and Family Services. Provides that Investigation Specialists, Intact Family Specialists,

Title:ANIMALS--HORSE MEAT
Sponsor: Jim Sacia
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Meat Act. Restores language that exempted certain types of horse meat from
regulation under the Act. Repeals a provision that prohibits the slaughter of horses for human
consumption. Amends the Animals Intended for Food Act. Expands the definition of "animal" to include
"horses, mules, or other equidae". Amends the Illinois Equine Infectious Anemia Control Act. Allows
equidae more than 12 months of age to enter the State for immediate slaughter without a certificate of

Title:INS CD-RELIGIOUS ORG EXEMPT
Sponsor: Frank J. Mautino
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. In the provisions concerning the classification of insurance and
insurance businesses, provides that the insurance laws of this State, including the Act, do not apply to a
religious organization or members of the organization when the organization adheres to specified
provisions. Sets forth the verbatim written disclaimer that all such organizations shall provide on all
applications for membership or participation. Effective immediately.
Number: IL HB 674 - Updated (Text 10/15/2009)

Title:WILDLIFE--DEER PERMITS--FAMILY
Sponsor: David Reis
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Requires the Department of Natural Resources to issue deer permits
without charge to the immediate family of an Illinois landowner who resides in Illinois, owns at least 40
acres of Illinois land, and wishes to hunt his or her land; however, those permits are valid for hunting
only on that landowner's land. Requires members of a landowner's immediate family who do not wish
to hunt only on land owned by their immediate family member to be charged the same fee as the
Number: IL HB 678 - Updated (Text, Status 04/03/2009)

Title:ANIMALS--TRANSPORT--EQUIDS
Sponsor: JoAnn D. Osmond
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Prohibits a person from transporting, or causing or allowing
to be transported, any equine animal in or upon a trailer, conveyance, or any other vehicle with 2 or more
levels stacked upon one another. Creates penalties for violations. Effective immediately.
Status: House Third Reading - Short Debate - Lost 024-094-000 - 04/02/2009
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Title:CRIM CD-STALKING PROTECT ORDER
Sponsor: Fred Crespo
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that a person may bring a civil action in a circuit court for a
court's stalking protective order against a person if: (1) the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly
engages in repeated and unwanted contact with the other person or a member of that person's
immediate family or household thereby alarming or coercing the other person; (2) it is objectively
reasonable for a person in the victim's situation to have been alarmed or coerced by the

Title:CD CORR-EXTENDED TERM
Sponsor: Dennis M. Reboletti
Abstract: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. In the provision that permits the court to impose an extended
term sentence when a defendant is convicted of any felony, after having been previously convicted in
Illinois or any other jurisdiction of the same or similar class felony or greater class felony, when such
conviction has occurred within 10 years after the previous conviction, and such charges are separately
brought and tried and arise out of different series of acts, excludes the defendant's

Title:HUMAN RTS-ORDER OF PROTECTION
Sponsor: Mike Fortner
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Human Rights Act. Defines "order of protection status" to mean a person's status
as being a person protected or previously protected under an order of protection issued under the
Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986 or an order of protection issued by a court of another state.
Provides that discrimination against a person because of his or her order of protection status
constitutes unlawful discrimination under the Act. Effective January 1, 2010.

Title:CONT SUB-MAIL-ORDER PHARMACY
Sponsor: Sara Feigenholtz
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Provides that a prescription for a Schedule II controlled
substance shall not be filled more than 90 (rather than 7) days after the date of issuance.

Title:FINANCE-ADMIN CHARGE-BACKS
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Exempts the Domestic Violence Shelter and Service Fund from the Act's
administrative charge-back provisions. Effective immediately.

Title: CRIM CD&CD CORR-AGG BATTERY
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Title: CRIM CD&CD CORR-AGG BATTERY
Sponsor: Harry Osterman
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that the offense of aggravated battery with a firearm is
also committed if the firearm is discharged on school grounds at a person known to be a student and
causes injury to that student. Provides for enhanced penalties for carrying or possessing firearms or
other dangerous weapons in a conveyance owned, leased, or contracted by a public transportation
agency or on a public way within 1,000 feet of the real property comprising a public transportation

Title:DUI-FEE-ROADSIDE MEMORIAL FUND
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act, the Roadside Memorial Act, and the Unified Code of Corrections.
Provides that a person who is convicted or receives a disposition of court supervision for a violation of
certain DUI provisions of the Illinois Vehicle Code shall, in addition to any other disposition, penalty, or
fine imposed, pay a fee of $50 which shall be deposited into the Roadside Memorial Fund. Creates the
Roadside Memorial Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides that, subject to

Title:CRIM CD-FELONS-DOGS
Sponsor: Mike Boland
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that the prohibition on the possession of an unsterilized
or vicious dog by a person convicted of specified felonies applies to a person convicted of felony dog
fighting.

Title:NURSING HOME-INTERMEDIATE CARE
Sponsor: LaShawn K. Ford
Abstract: Creates the MR/DD Community Care Act and amends the Nursing Home Care Act. Provides that all
intermediate care facilities for the developmentally disabled and long-term care for under age 22
facilities shall be licensed by the Department of Public Health under the MR/DD Community Care Act
instead of under the Nursing Home Care Act. Makes the provisions in the MR/DD Community Care Act
substantially the same as those in the Nursing Home Care Act, including provisions for the rights of
residents

Title: GEN ENGINEERED FOOD LABEL ACT
Sponsor: Deborah Mell
Abstract: Creates the Genetically Engineered Food Right To Know Act. Provides that all foods containing
genetically engineered material or produced with genetically engineered material must be clearly
marked with a label placed in a conspicuous place that indicates that the food contains genetically
engineered material or was produced with a genetically engineered material. Provides the specific
language to be included on the label. Provides that the Department of Public Health may create rules
necessary
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Title:FINANCE-HISTORIC SITES FUND
Sponsor: Raymond Poe
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Excludes the Illinois Historic Sites Fund from a Section of the Act that
allows the Governor to make transfers from certain special funds into the General Revenue Fund.
Effective immediately.

Title:NURSE PRAC-PRESCRIPTIVE AUTH
Sponsor: Angelo Saviano
Abstract: Amends the Nurse Practice Act, the Pharmacy Practice Act, and the Illinois Controlled Substances Act to
allow for the delegation of prescriptive authority to an advanced practice nurse by a physician licensed
to practice medicine in all its branches or a licensed podiatrist for any Schedule III through V controlled
substances (now, Schedule III, III-N, IV, or V controlled substances). In the Illinois Controlled
Substances Act, sets forth guidelines for the prescriptive authority delegated to

Title:TAX RECOVERY-WILL AIRPORT
Sponsor: Lisa M. Dugan
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act and the Property Tax Code. Extends provisions concerning tax recovery for
taxing districts because of the lease of land for development of an airport in Will County for an
additional 10 years (from December 31, 2010 to December 31, 2020). Effective immediately.

Title:CRIM CD-TERRORISM
Sponsor: Patrick J. Verschoore
Abstract: Amends the Terrorism Article of the Criminal Code of 1961. Includes in the definition of "terrorist act",
any act that interrupts or interferes with agricultural production, agricultural research, or agricultural
equipment for purposes of disrupting or influencing, through intimidation or other means, consumer
confidence or agricultural production methods.
Status: House Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Patrick J. Verschoore - 03/03/2009

Title:VEH CD-SECRETARY OF STATE
Sponsor: Daniel V. Beiser
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Renames a "motorized pedalcycle" as a "moped" throughout the
Illinois Vehicle Code and 2 Sections of the Cycle Rider Safety Training Act. Redefines "moped" as a
motor-driven cycle, with or without optional power derived from manually operated pedals, whose speed
attainable in one mile is at least 20 mph but not greater than 30 mph, and is equipped with a motor that
produces 2 brake horsepower or less. (rather than a motor-driven cycle whose speed attainable in
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Title: ILLINOIS LAND BANKING ACT
Sponsor: Karen A. Yarbrough
Abstract: Creates the Illinois Vacant and Abandoned Properties Act. Contains only a short title provision.
Status: House Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee - 12/01/2009

Title:DEER PERMIT--DISABLED VETERANS
Sponsor: Jay C. Hoffman
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Requires the Department of Natural Resources to issue free deer hunting
permits to veterans who, according to the determination of the Veterans' Administration, as certified by
the Department of Veterans' Affairs, are at least 30% disabled with service-related disabilities or in
receipt of total disability pensions. Effective immediately.

Title:STATE BD HEALTH-CHIROPRACTIC
Abstract: Amends the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois; adds a chiropractic physician as a member of the State
Board of Health. Amends the Hospice Program Licensing Act. Adds the following as a member of the
Hospice and Palliative Care Advisory Board: a chiropractic physician, selected from the
recommendations of the statewide chiropractic society representing the largest number of chiropractic
physicians in the State. Provides that the chiropractic physician member shall serve for a term of 4
years.

Title:PHARM PRACT ACT-STUDENT PHARM
Abstract: Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Replaces "pharmacy intern" with "student pharmacist". Provides
that any person may apply and successfully register with the Department as a student pharmacist if he
or she provides proof that he or she is actively enrolled in a course of study for his or her first
professional degree in pharmacy at an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy and has not engaged in
conduct or behavior determined to be grounds for discipline under this Act. Provides that once a student

Title:CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Eliminates the provision that possession by the defendant of more
than one of the same film, videotape or visual reproduction or depiction by computer in which child
pornography is depicted shall raise a rebuttable presumption that the defendant possessed such
materials with the intent to disseminate them. Provides that possession of more than one of the same
film, videotape or visual reproduction or depiction by computer in which child pornography is depicted
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Sponsor: Bob Biggins
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 in relation to child pornography. Provides that the commission of
the offense by filming or videotaping or creating a moving image or possession of such films,
videotapes, or moving images is a felony one class higher than photographing or possessing
photographs of child pornography. Provides that telecommunications carriers, commercial mobile
service providers, and providers of information services, including, but not limited to, Internet service
providers and
Status: Senate Sponsor Removed Sen. Don Harmon - 05/12/2009

Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 in relation to child pornography. Provides that a person also
commits the offense of child pornography when he or she knowingly films, videotapes, photographs, or
otherwise depicts or portrays by means of any similar visual medium or reproduction or depicts by
computer any actual or simulated act of criminal sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual assault,
predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, criminal sexual abuse, or aggravated criminal sexual
abuse
Status: Senate Sponsor Removed Sen. Don Harmon - 05/12/2009

Title:PROF BOXING ACT-SHORT TITLE
Abstract: Amends the Professional Boxing Act. Changes the short title from the Professional Boxing Act to the
Professional Athletics Act. Provides that no member shall be appointed to the Board for a term which
would cause lifetime service to be more than 9 years (now, continuous service). Increases the
maximum amount for fines and civil penalties under the Act from $5,000 to $10,000 per violation or
offense. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act and the Unified Code of Corrections to reflect the change in

Title:STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH
Sponsor: Michael J. Madigan
Abstract: Amends the Department of Public Health Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the
powers of the Department.

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Title:GAMING-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning
thoroughbred horses.

Title: ANIMALS-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Animal Control Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning impounding dogs.

Title:ANIMALS-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Public Health and Safety Animal Population Control Act. Makes a technical change in
a Section concerning the short title.

Title: CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Title:CIVIL LAW-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Trusts and Trustees Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning small trust
termination.

Title:$STATE APP DEFENDER-TECH
Abstract: Appropriates $2 from the General Revenue Fund to the Office of the State Appellate Defender for its
FY10 ordinary and contingent expenses. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title: PHYS ASSISTANT-PRESCRIPTIONS
Abstract: Amends the Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987. Provides that a physician assistant may prescribe,
dispense, and administer drugs and medical devices to the extent delegated by the supervising
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physician, including the prescribing and dispensing of Schedule II through V controlled substances as
described in Article II of the Illinois Controlled Substances Act and all legend drugs (now, limited
prescriptive authority may be delegated by a physician for Schedule III, IV, and V controlled

Title:HUMAN RTS-EMPLOYER REPORT FORM
Sponsor: Eddie Washington
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Department of Human Rights Special Fund. Provides that
moneys in the Department of Human Rights Special Fund are not subject to transfer to the General
Revenue Fund. Amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to provide that the registration fee for filing an
Employer Report Form is $75, and that the Department of Human Rights Special Fund is not subject to
sweeps, administrative charges or charge-backs, or any other fiscal or budgetary maneuver that would
in

Title:USE/OCC TAX-AIR POLLUTE PARTS
Sponsor: Kevin A. McCarthy
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act and the Retailers Occupation Tax Act. From January 1, 2009 through December
31, 2019, exempts motor vehicle air pollution control parts, devices, equipment, appliances, or
machinery. Defines terms. Imposes conditions on rulemaking authority.

Title:WILDLIFE--COYOTE--TREE STAND
Sponsor: Kay Hatcher
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Authorizes hunters to use and possess tree-climbing and tree-cutting
devices while hunting coyotes. Effective immediately.

Title:VET MED PRACT-TEMP PERMITS
Abstract: Amends the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Practice Act of 2004. Provides that a person holding the
degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or its equivalent, from an accredited college of veterinary
medicine, and who has applied in writing to the Department for a license to practice veterinary medicine
and surgery in any of its branches, and who has fulfilled the qualification requirements of the Act, with
the exception of receipt of notification of his or her examination results, may practice

Title: ELDER ABUSE-HOARDING-SERVICES
Sponsor: Elizabeth Hernandez
Abstract: Amends the Elder Abuse and Neglect Act. Provides that "self-neglect" includes compulsive hoarding,
which is characterized by the acquisition of, and unwillingness or inability to discard, large quantities of
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seemingly useless objects that create a significantly cluttered living space and cause considerable
distress or impairment in functioning. Provides that the Department on Aging's program of services for
persons age 60 or older shall include the following services for eligible adults who have

Title:CD CORR-GANG YOUTH
Sponsor: Elizabeth Hernandez
Abstract: Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 and the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that in addition to
any term of incarceration that may be imposed by the court and unless the court determines that it has
good cause not to impose these requirements, a gang member who is under 21 years of age and who
has been found guilty of or continued under supervision for a gang-related offense and who has not
previously been found guilty of or continued under supervision for a gang-related offense shall,

Title:PROMPT PAYMENT-MH/DD SERVICES
Sponsor: Lou Lang
Abstract: Amends the State Prompt Payment Act. Includes within the definition of "goods or services", prevention,
intervention, or treatment services and supports for persons with developmental disabilities, mental
health services, alcohol and substance abuse services, rehabilitation services, and early intervention
services provided by a vendor, which includes but is not limited to a licensed community-based provider
but does not include a licensed hospital, a unit of local government, or a university.

Title:PROHIBIT INTERNET PRESCRIBING
Sponsor: Karen May
Abstract: Creates the Internet Prescribing Prohibition Act. Provides that licensed prescribers may not knowingly
prescribe medications for a patient via the Internet, World Wide Web, telephone, facsimile, or any other
electronic means unless (1) the patient has been physically examined by the prescriber or has been
given a documented patient evaluation, including health history and a physical examination, to establish
the diagnosis for which any legend drug is prescribed; (2) the prescriber and the
Status: House Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Karen May - 03/05/2009

Title:MUNI CD-NUISANCE LIENS
Sponsor: Kenneth Dunkin
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. In Sections concerning the removal of nuisances by the corporate
authorities of a municipality, provides for a uniform method of filing a lien to recover the costs of
removing specified nuisances. Includes the removal costs of (i) cutting and removing neglected weeds,
grass, trees, and bushes, (ii) controlling pests, (iii) removing infected trees, and (iv) removing garbage
and debris. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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Title: IDPH-CANCER DRUG REPOSITORY
Sponsor: Greg Harris
Abstract: Creates the Cancer Drug Repository Program Act. Requires the Department of Public Health to
establish a cancer drug repository program, under which any person may donate a cancer drug or
supplies needed to administer a cancer drug for use by an individual who meets eligibility criteria
specified by the Department. Sets forth requirements that cancer drugs or supplies must meet in order
to be accepted and dispensed under the program. Provides that no drugs or supplies donated under
the cancer

Title:CRIM CD-STALKING&CYBERSTALKING
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Changes the elements of the offenses of stalking and
cyberstalking. Provides that a person commits stalking when he or she knowingly engages in a course
of conduct directed at a specific person, and he or she knows or should know that this course of
conduct would cause a reasonable person to: (1) fear for his or her safety or the safety of a third person;
or (2) suffer other emotional distress. Provides that if the conduct is committed using electronic

Title:HUNTER INTERFERE-FISHERMEN
Abstract: Amends the Department of Natural Resources (Conservation) Law of the Civil Administrative Code of
Illinois and the Hunter Interference Prohibition Act. Changes the name of the Hunter Interference
Prohibition Act to the Hunter and Fishermen Interference Prohibition Act. Clarifies that the renamed Act
applies to the taking of aquatic life as well as wildlife.

Title:FIRE INVESTIGATION,VEH CD-FEES
Sponsor: Donald L. Moffitt
Abstract: Amends the Fire Investigation Act. In provisions regarding the transfer of moneys from the moneys
deposited into the Fire Prevention Fund under Public Act 95-154, provides that not more than 25% of any
unspent appropriations from the prior fiscal year may also be transferred, and provides that the moneys
may be allocated to the Fire Truck Revolving Loan Fund, Ambulance Revolving Loan Fund, and Fire
Service and Small Equipment Fund at the discretion of the Office of the State Fire Marshal for the

Title: VEH CD-EXCESSIVE IDLING FINES
Sponsor: Barbara Flynn Currie
Abstract: Amends the Vehicle Code, State Finance Act, and Clerks of Courts Act. Increases the fine for an
excessive idling violation from $50 to $250 for the first conviction and from $150 to $500 for a second or
subsequent conviction within a 12 month period. Specifies how the fines collected shall be distributed
and provides alternate distribution procedures for circuit clerks for excess idling violations. Creates the
Trucking Environmental and Education Fund as a special fund in the State Treasury.
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Title:USE/OCC TAX-EXEMPT HYBRID
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Exempts 50% of the selling price of
vehicles that are either hybrid or flexible fuel vehicles and that have a final assembly point in the United
States from taxation under the Acts. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title:USE/OCC TAX-EXEMPT HYBRID
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Exempts vehicles that are both hybrid
and flexible fuel vehicles and that have a final assembly point in the United States from taxation under
the Acts. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title:CHILD PORNOGRAPHY-PENALTIES
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that a prosecution for child pornography that involves
filming, videotaping, photographing, or otherwise depicting by computer a child under 18 years of age or
a severely or profoundly mentally retarded person engaging in certain sexual acts may be commenced
at any time. Provides that child pornography or aggravated child pornography that does not involve mere
possession shall be deemed crimes of violence. Amends the Bill of Rights for Children.

Title: ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: Michael W. Tryon
Abstract: Amends the Animal Control Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning rabies inoculations.

Title:ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Livestock Management Facilities Act. Makes a technical change in a Section defining
"livestock management facility".

Title: REGULATION-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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Sponsor: Tom Cross

Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Meat Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning definitions.

Title: ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross

Title:REGULATION-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Meat and Poultry Inspection Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning
definitions.

Title:CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Dangerous Animals Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning
violations of the Act.

Sponsor: Tom Cross

Title: REVENUE-TECH
Sponsor: Bill Mitchell
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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Title:GAMING-TECH
Sponsor: Tom Cross
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the
Horse Racing Equity Trust Fund.

Title:ALARM SYSTEMS
Abstract: Amends the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of
2004. Provides that an emergency communication system and a mass notification system are included
under the definition of "alarm system". Provides that training may include the installation, repair, and
maintenance of emergency communication and mass notification systems. Provides that a majority of
the appointed Board members constitutes a quorum. Effective immediately.

Title:EQUINE WELFARE ACT
Sponsor: Jim Sacia
Abstract: Creates the Equine Welfare Act, which is the same as applicable provisions of the Humane Care for
Animals Act. Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act to exempt from that Act those equidae covered by
the Equine Welfare Act.
Status: House Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Jim Sacia - 03/03/2009

Title:HEALTH FACILITIES PLANNING BD
Abstract: Amends the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law of the Civil Administrative Code of
Illinois. Creates the Center for Comprehensive Health Planning to promote the distribution of health
care services and improve the healthcare delivery system in Illinois by establishing a statewide
Comprehensive Health Plan and ensuring a predictable, transparent, and efficient Certificate of Need
process under the Illinois Health Facilities Planning Act. Amends the Illinois Health Facilities

Title:ANIMALS-LIABILITY-COMP ANIMALS
Sponsor: Karen May
Abstract: Amends the Animal Control Act. Provides that the owner or keeper of a dog is liable to a person for all
damages caused by the dog pursuing, chasing, worrying, wounding, injuring, or killing any sheep,
goats, cattle, horses, mules, poultry, ratites, swine, or companion animals (now, there is no liability for
damages caused to companion animals). Defines "companion animal" as a dog or cat that is treated
as a pet. Effective immediately.
Status: Senate Tabled in Committee on Agriculture and Conservation by Senator Garrett - 05/06/2009
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Title:USE/OCC TAX-EXEMPT UNIV TEXTBK
Sponsor: Richard P. Myers
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Beginning July 1, 2009, upon
presentation of a current valid student or faculty identification card, exempts textbooks required for use
at State universities and public community colleges or at other institutions of higher learning. Defines
"textbooks". Effective immediately.

Title:COURT ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE FUND
Sponsor: Careen M. Gordon
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act, Appellate Court Act, and Reviewing Court Alternative Dispute Resolution
Act. Eliminates the Reviewing Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Fund. Provides that any balance in
the Fund shall be transferred into the Mandatory Arbitration Fund.

Title:CONT SUB-SCHEDULES
Sponsor: Ron Stephens
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Eliminates the State drug classification Schedules.
Provides that the controlled scheduled substances are those listed by the authorized federal agency.
Provides that any federally scheduled substance may be scheduled higher by administrative rule.
Makes technical changes. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title:INNOVATION ZONE ACT
Abstract: Creates the Illinois Innovation Zone Act. Sets forth the findings of the General Assembly. Specifies the
criteria for an area to qualify as an Innovation Zone. Contains provisions concerning the initiation of
Zones by a municipality or county. Contains provisions concerning the application of a county or
municipality to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for certification as a Zone.
Contains provisions concerning Department review of Zone applications. Contains provisions

Title:WILDLIFE-PROSECUTION-VENUE
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Provides that any violation that involves illegally taking or possessing an
animal must be prosecuted only in the county in which the animal was unlawfully taken by or found in
the possession of the violator. Provides that if the unlawful taking or possession of an animal results in
an offense under Section 2.38 or any other Section of this Act, then the prosecution of that offense must
take place in the county where the animal was taken by or found in the possession of
Status: House Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Chapin Rose - 04/22/2009
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Title:USE/OCC-EXEMPT AIRCRAFT
Sponsor: Rich Brauer
Occupation Tax Act. Exempts the following from taxation under the Acts: materials, replacement parts,
and equipment purchased for use directly upon or for the modification, replacement, repair, or
maintenance of aircraft, aircraft power plants, or aircraft accessories. Effective immediately.

Title:DEER SEASON-CROSSBOWS
Sponsor: Shane Cultra
Abstract: Amends the Wildlife Code. Provides that deer may be taken with a crossbow during a crossbow season
of not more than 14 days set annually by the Director between the dates of November 1st and
December 31st, but that 14-day season may not overlap with the open season for taking deer. Effective
immediately.

Sponsor: Michael W. Tryon

Title:CARBON CAPTURE LEGISLATION COM
Sponsor: Dan Reitz
Abstract: Creates the Illinois Energy to Jobs Act. Creates the Carbon Capture and Sequestration Legislation
Commission to make a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2010 concerning specified
legislation. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act to make changes concerning the Resource
Development Bureau. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act to allow the Agency to acquire by eminent
domain permanent easements for the distribution, transportation, and storage of CO2. Allows the
Agency to lease those

Title:PRIVATE ALARM CONTRACTOR
Sponsor: Joseph M. Lyons
2004. In a Section concerning the qualifications for licensure as a private alarm contractor, provides that
an applicant must have a minimum of 3 years experience during the 5 years immediately preceding the
application working as a full-time fire officer, fire investigator, arson investigator, or fire prevention officer
certified by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, or a comparable
Status: House House Non-Concurs by Voice Vote; SA 2 Motion #2 - 05/31/2009

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Title: ANIMAL EUTHANASIA
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that euthanasia by carbon monoxide is prohibited
unless performed by a licensed veterinarian and that use of a decompression chamber or carbon
dioxide is prohibited. Provides criminal penalties for violations. Sets forth requirements for a
veterinarian to be eligible for the exemption, including the requirement that only one companion animal
may be euthanized at a time. Amends the Humane Euthanasia in Animal Shelters Act. Contains
provisions

Title:ANIMALS-LEMON LAW-PET PURCHASE
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Provides that a pet shop operator who, through a sale at retail, transfers
ownership of a dog or cat to a purchaser may not purchase a dog or cat from a dog dealer, cat dealer, or
pet shop operator that must be, but is not, licensed under the Act. Provides that an animal shelter or
animal control facility shall not, unless certain requirements are met, adopt out a cat or dog that has not
been sterilized and microchipped. Provides than an animal shelter or animal

Title:CIVIL NO CONTACT ORDER
Sponsor: John A. Fritchey
Abstract: Amends the Civil No Contact Order Act. Provides definitions of "family or household members",
"petitioner", and "respondent". Provides that persons protected by the Act include a victim of non-
consensual sexual conduct or penetration, family or household member of the victim, and an employee
or volunteer at a rape crisis center providing service to the victim. Provides that an order under the Act
does not waive any privilege concerning the victim's records as protected by federal and State laws

Title:GAMING EXPANSION
Sponsor: Robert Rita
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Makes changes concerning the Illinois Racing Board.
Allows advance deposit wagering. Adds provisions concerning drug testing for horses. Adds provisions
protecting certain horse racing funds from sweeps and charge backs. Makes other changes. Amends
the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 and the Riverboat Gambling Act to provide for the conduct of
electronic gaming at tracks. Amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Makes changes concerning the Illinois

Title: DPH ACT - NUCLEAR AGENTS
Sponsor: Greg Harris
Abstract: Amends the Department of Public Health Act. In the provision concerning powers, mandates that the
Department shall investigate the causes of dangerously contagious or infectious diseases and the
health effects, health conditions, or health ailments related to a biological, chemical, radiological, or
nuclear event (instead of dangerously contagious or infectious diseases). Sets forth the investigative
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nuclear event (instead of dangerously contagious or infectious diseases). Sets forth the investigative
powers of the Department concerning biological, chemical, radiological, and nuclear agents.

Title:COURT CLERK FEE ANTI-CRIME PGM
Sponsor: Linda Chapa LaVia
Abstract: Amends the Clerks of Courts Act. Adds an additional exception to the requirement that fees, fines, costs,
and additional penalties paid by a person to the circuit clerk have to be disbursed to other governmental
entities within 60 days after receipt: contributions to a local anti-crime program ordered pursuant to the
Unified Code of Corrections. Effective immediately.

Title:CRIM CD-DOG FIGHTING
Sponsor: Mike Boland
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Increases the penalties by one class for violations of the statute
concerning dog fighting.

Title:FOID CARD-REVOCATION
Sponsor: Elizabeth Coulson
Abstract: Amends the Firearm Owner Identification Card Act. Requires (instead of permits) the Department of
State Police to deny an application or to revoke and seize a Firearm Owner's Identification Card
previously issued under the Act if the Department finds that the applicant or person to whom such card
was issued is or was at the time of issuance the subject to an existing order of protection. Amends the
Domestic Violence Article of the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 and the Illinois Domestic

Title:USE/OCC TAX-AIRCRAFT PARTS
Sponsor: Dan Reitz
Occupation Tax Act. Exempts the following from taxation under the Acts: materials, replacement parts,
and equipment purchased for use directly upon or for the modification, replacement, repair, or
maintenance of aircraft, aircraft power plants, or aircraft accessories. Effective immediately.

Title: MANUFACTURED HOME AS REAL PROP
Sponsor: Daniel J. Burke
Abstract: Creates the Conveyance and Encumbrance of Manufactured Homes Act and amends the Mobile Home
Local Services Tax Act, the Illinois Banking Act, the Illinois Savings and Loan Act of 1985, the Savings
Bank Act, the Illinois Credit Union Act, the Residential Mortgage License Act of 1987, the Abandoned
Mobile Home Act, the Illinois Vehicle Code, the Code of Civil Procedure, the Conveyances Act, the
Residential Real Property Disclosure Act, the Mortgage Act, the Joint Tenancy Act, the Interest Act, the
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Title:ANIMAL WELFARE-ADPTN-MICROCHIP
Sponsor: Patricia R. Bellock
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Prohibits an animal shelter or animal control facility from adopting out
any dog or cat that has not been microchipped or sterilized in a manner acceptable to the Department of
Agriculture, unless the person wishing to adopt an animal prior to the performance of the required
procedures has executed a written agreement promising to have the procedures performed within a
specified period of time not to exceed 30 days. Provides that failure by an owner to meet the

Title:MOTOR FUEL TAX
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act. Provides that, beginning with fiscal year 2010 and thereafter, Road Fund
moneys may not be appropriated to certain executive agencies. Prohibits certain transfers from the
Road Fund or the State Construction Account Fund. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the
Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, beginning on July 1,
2009, motor fuel and gasohol must be taxed under the Acts at the rate of 1.25% (now, 6.25%).

Title:CRIM CD-SEXUAL RELATION-FAMILY
Sponsor: Roger L. Eddy
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Includes uncles and aunts in the definition of "family member". In
the offense of sexual relations within families, includes an act of sexual penetration with an uncle or
aunt, when the nephew or niece, regardless of legitimacy and regardless of whether the nephew or
niece was of the whole blood or half-blood or was adopted, was 18 years of age or over when the act
was committed.

Title:CRIM CD-CIVIL DAMAGES-CROPS
Sponsor: Michael K. Smith
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that in addition to any criminal penalties imposed for
criminal damage to property, if a person is convicted of or placed on supervision for knowingly
damaging or destroying crops of another, including crops intended for personal, commercial, research,
or developmental purposes, the person is liable in a civil action to the owner of any crops damaged or
destroyed for money damages up to twice the market value of the crops damaged or destroyed.
Effective

Title: TAX EXEMPT-VET MOTOR VEHICLE
Sponsor: Mike Bost
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Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act, the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act, and the motor vehicle privilege tax provisions
of the Illinois Vehicle Code. Exempts from these taxes motor vehicles sold to an Illinois resident who is
a service member on active duty or returning to Illinois from active duty and who applies for registration
in Illinois while on active duty or within one year after leaving active duty.

Title:SUBSTANCE ABUSE-TREATMENT
Abstract: Creates the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act. Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act
and the Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act. Provides that any person convicted of
a nonviolent drug possession offense shall receive probation; includes certain exceptions. Provides
that as a condition of probation, the court shall require participation in and completion of an appropriate
drug treatment program. Provides that the court may also impose as a condition of probation

Title:MOTOR FUEL MEASURING DEVISE
Sponsor: Brandon W. Phelps
Abstract: Amends the Motor Fuel and Petroleum Standards Act. Provides that all leaded and unleaded gasoline
sold in Illinois shall meet or exceed specified octane numbers; that every retailer of motor fuel must
display the octane number or fuel rating of the fuel being dispensed on each motor fuel device that is
dispensing a motor fuel product; and that it is a violation to display an octane number or fuel rating on a
motor fuel devise that is inconsistent with the qualitative attributes of the motor fuel

Title:$AGRICULTURE FY10 OCE
Abstract: Makes appropriations for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department of Agriculture for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009, as follows: General Funds $39,124,400; Other State Funds
$55,587,600; Federal Funds $14,497,900; Total $109,209,900.
Status: House Referred to Rules Committee - 03/18/2009

Title:$FY10 DPH OCE
Abstract: Makes appropriations for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department of Public Health for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009, as follows: General Funds $150,295,500; Other State Funds

Title: $FY10 CAPITAL
Abstract: Makes appropriations and reappropriations for capital expenses.
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Title:USE/OCC-FARM EXEMPT-DRAINAGE
Sponsor: John E. Bradley
Occupation Tax Act. Provides that the farm machinery and equipment exemption also applies to
subsurface tile drainage systems used primarily for agricultural purposes and any component parts for
those systems.
Number: IL HB 4558 - Updated (New 05/15/2009)

Title:$CT OF CLAIMS-CLAIMS
Sponsor: Kevin Joyce
Abstract: Makes appropriations to the Court of Claims from specified funds for payment of claims. Effective July
1, 2009.

Title: $FY10 BUDGET
Sponsor: Lou Lang
Abstract: Makes FY10 appropriations and reappropriations for specified purposes. Effective July 1, 2009.

Title:BIMP-HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Abstract: Creates the Health Care and Human Services Emergency Budget Implementation Act of 2009. States
that the Act is to be liberally construed and interpreted in a manner that allows the State to address the
fiscal crisis for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act by
providing that during the period July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010, a State agency shall not enforce
rules that implement or are authorized by a statute to the extent that the duties under
Status: House Rule 19(b) / Motion Referred to Rules Committee; (Motion to Table Bill/Resolution) - 08/16/2009

Title:PRIVATE ALARM CONTRACTOR
Sponsor: Joseph M. Lyons
2004. In provisions concerning the qualifications for licensure as a private alarm contractor, provides
that an applicant must have a minimum of 3 years experience during the 5 years immediately preceding
the application (i) working as a full-time manager for a licensed private alarm contractor agency or (ii)
working for a government or private entity that inspects, reviews, designs, sells,

Title: PHOSPHOROUS FERTILIZER BAN
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Sponsor: Naomi D. Jakobsson
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Fertilizer Act of 1961. Prohibits, except in certain circumstances, any person from
intentionally applying to turf any product that (i) contains fertilizer material and (ii) is labeled as
containing phosphorous or available phosphoric acid. Prohibits any person from intentionally applying
to frozen turf or impervious surfaces any manipulated animal or vegetable manure, finished sewage
sludge, or product that (i) contains fertilizer material and (ii) is labeled as containing

Title:ANIMALS-ABANDONED PROPERTIES
Sponsor: Thomas Holbrook
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that any person who, while lawfully on a vacated
property, notices a companion animal housed on that property must notify either the county animal
control or the local police department. Makes a violation of this provision a Class B misdemeanor.
Authorizes animal control officers and law enforcement officers who are responding to such a
notification to enter the vacated property by any reasonable means under the circumstances to remove
and render

Title:CRIM PRO&DOM VIOLENCE-ORDERS
Sponsor: Randy Ramey, Jr.
Abstract: Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 and the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Makes
changes so that the civil and criminal statutes relating to remedies when the court issues an order of
protection are consistent.

Title:REGULATION-TECH
Sponsor: Robert Rita
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Public Accounting Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short
title.

Title:DOG BREEDING-PUPPY MILLS
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Provides for the licensure of dog breeders and the regulation of
commercial dog breeders. Defines "dog breeder" as any person who owns, has possession of, or
harbors 6 or more female dogs capable of reproduction for the purpose of the sale of their offspring.
Defines "commercial dog breeder" as any dog breeder who (1) owns, has possession of, or harbors 10
or more female dogs capable of reproduction; (2) breeds or whelps dogs; and (3) sells or transfers any
dog to
Status: House Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael W. Tryon - 03/25/2010
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Title: CRIM CD-DOG FIGHTING-CHILD
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Increases the penalty for a parent, legal guardian, or other person
who is 18 years of age or older who brings a person under 13 years of age to a dog fighting show,
exhibition, program, or other activity from a Class 4 to a Class 3 felony for a first violation and from a
Class 3 to a Class 2 felony for a second or subsequent violation. Provides that a person is guilty of a
Class 3 (rather than a Class 4) felony for a first violation and a Class 2 felony for a
Number: IL HB 5869 - Updated (Text, Status 03/26/2010)

Title:ELDER ABUSE-MANDATED REPORTER
Abstract: Amends the Elder Abuse and Neglect Act. Provides that a "mandated reporter" under the Act includes (i)
any bank, savings and loan, or credit union officer, trustee, or employee and (ii) any ambulatory currency
exchange or community currency exchange, as defined in the Currency Exchange Act, or an employee of
such a currency exchange.

Title:ANIMAL WELFARE-DISCIPLINE
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Removes a provision that a felony conviction may not operate as a bar
to licensing under the Act. Adds as a grounds for discipline conviction of any crime related to the
disposition of dogs, cats, or other animals, or violation of any rule or regulation of the Department
related to dogs or cats and their sale.

Title:ANIMALS-TETHERING
Sponsor: Michael J. Zalewski
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that a dog may be tethered outdoors only if certain
requirements are met. Provides that, even if those requirements are met, "it is unlawful to tether a dog
outdoors between the hours of 10 pm and 6 am; except that a dog of any age may be temporarily
tethered, tied, or chained outdoors for a time period not exceeding 15 minutes or a dog may be tethered
if it has access to adequate shelter and protection from the weather". Provides that this
Number: IL HR 125 - Updated (Status 02/27/2009)

Title:CONGRATS - MADELYN MCGLYNN
Sponsor: Thomas Holbrook
Abstract: Congratulates Madelyn McGlynn on the occasion of receiving a 2009 Prudential Spirit of Community
Award from Prudential Financial in recognition of her exceptional volunteer work.
Status: House Resolution Adopted - 02/26/2009

Title: URGE CONGRESS-HORSE PROCESSING
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Sponsor: Jim Sacia
Abstract: Urges the Congress of the United States to oppose H.R. 503 of the 111th Congress, a bill that would
criminalize the possession, shipment, transport, purchase, sale, delivery, or receipt of any horse with
the intent that it be processed for human consumption.
Status: House Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee - 12/01/2009

Title: BROOKFIELD ZOO DAY
Sponsor: Michael J. Zalewski
Abstract: Designates the date of July 1, 2009 as "Brookfield Zoo Day" in the State of Illinois.

Title: CONGRATS - NORMAN GRIMSLEY
Abstract: Congratulates Norman Grimsley on the occasion of his retirement as Mayor of Aroma Park.

Title:GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL
Abstract: Congratulates the City of Chicago, the Chicago Park District, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs,
and the Grant Park Orchestral Association on the celebration of the Grant Park Music Festival's 75th
season.
Status: House Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Harry Osterman - 05/26/2009

Title:BURL IVES 100TH ANNIV
Sponsor: David Reis
Abstract: Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of actor, writer, and folk music singer Burl Ives on June 14,
2009.

Title: CONGRATS-RITA PICKEN
Abstract: Congratulates Rita T. Picken of Hyde Park on her 90th birthday.

Title:CONGRATS - GARY ROTH
Sponsor: Jim Durkin
Abstract: Congratulates Gary Roth on the occasion of his retirement as an Administrative Assistant to the Clerk of
the Circuit Court in DuPage County.
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Title:CONGRATS-KAPPYS RESTAURANT
Sponsor: John D'Amico
Abstract: Congratulates the owners and staff of Kappy's Restaurant and Pancake House in Morton Grove on their
30th anniversary.

Title:CONGRATS - KEVIN BELL
Abstract: Congratulates Kevin J. Bell on the occasion of being named to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors
of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Title: HONORS - CHRISTOPHER CANNING
Sponsor: Bill Mitchell
Abstract: Honors the life and legacy of Christopher James Canning.
Number: IL HR 1414 - Updated (New 09/17/2010)

Title: CONGRATS - DANIEL ALBRIGHT
Sponsor: Sandy Cole
Abstract: Congratulates Daniel James Albright on the occasion of attaining the coveted rank of Eagle Scout.
Status: House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Sandy Cole - 09/16/2010
Number: IL SB 22 - Updated (Status 04/24/2009)

Sponsor: John J. Cullerton
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the unlawful
use of weapons.
Status: Senate Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments - 08/15/2009

Title:ANIMALS--HUMANE EUTHANASIA
Sponsor: Heather Steans
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that the euthanasia of companion animals through
recognized methods "set forth by the most current American Veterinary Medical Association guidelines
on euthanasia" (now, "as approved by the Department of Agriculture") is generally not animal cruelty.
Prohibits the euthanasia of companion animals by certain means. Amends the Humane Euthanasia in
Animal Shelters Act. Requires the Department to forward information regarding certain alleged
Status: Senate Public Act . . . . . . . . . 96-0780 - 08/28/2009

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Sponsor: Dan Kotowski
Abstract: Creates the Dog Breeder License Act. Provides for the licensure of dog breeders with the Department of
Financial and Professional Regulation beginning 6 months after the effective date of the Act. Sets forth
powers and duties of the Department, licensure requirements, grounds for discipline, civil and criminal
penalties for violation of the Act, and administrative procedure. Includes provisions concerning
exemption from the Act. Provides that the Act does not limit the power of a unit of local
08/15/2009

Title:FEE DECREASES
Sponsor: Bill Brady
Abstract: Amends various Acts to reinstate certain fees to the levels prior to Public Acts 93-22 and 93-32. Makes
conforming changes concerning those fees and related matters. Effective immediately.

Title:CRIM CD-UNLAW USE WEAPONS
Sponsor: William R. Haine
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that it is not a violation of the statutes concerning unlawful
use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon to carry or possess any pistol, revolver, stun
gun, taser, or other firearm in one's dwelling. Effective immediately.

Title:ANIMAL-ABUSE CROSS REPORTING
Sponsor: Don Harmon
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act and the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. Provides
that an animal control officer, a Department of Agriculture investigator, or a humane society investigator
who has reasonable cause to suspect or believe that a child is being abused or neglected or is in
danger of being abused or neglected must immediately make a written or oral report to the Department
of Children and Family Services. Requires Investigation Specialists, Intact Family Specialists,

Title:HUMANE CARE FOR ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: Terry Link
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Limits the situations when a person could dock an animal's
tail or crop its ears without violating the Act's prohibition against "animal torture". Establishes that the
following is not "animal torture": (i) tail docking performed by an Illinois licensed veterinarian for a
medical reason (now, just "tail docking") or (ii) ear cropping performed by an Illinois licensed
veterinarian for a medical reason (now, just "ear cropping"). Effective immediately.
08/15/2009
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Title: MINING-EXPEDITED PERMIT
Sponsor: Gary Forby
Abstract: Amends the Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act to require the Department of
Natural Resources to provide for the expedited review of any permit application upon request by the
permit applicant. Sets forth certain conditions for obtaining expedited permits from the Department.
Creates the Mining Operations Expedited Permit Fund. Amends the State Finance Act to provide that the
Fund is not subject to sweeps. Effective immediately.
Number: IL SB 268 - Updated (Text, Status 06/01/2009)

Title:FORECLOSURE PREVENT COUNSELING
Sponsor: David Koehler
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Housing Development Act to authorize the Illinois Housing Authority to establish and
administer a foreclosure prevention counseling program using moneys in the Foreclosure Prevention
Counseling Fund, appropriated for that purpose, to make grants to HUD-certified housing counseling
agencies to support pre-purchase and post-purchase home ownership education and foreclosure
prevention counseling. Amends the State Finance Act to create the Foreclosure Prevention Counseling
Fund

Title:USE/OCC TAX-EXEMPT MUNI HALL
Sponsor: Dan Cronin
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act, Service Use Tax Act, Service Occupation Tax Act, and Retailers' Occupation Tax
Act. Exempts tangible personal property sold to a public-facilities corporation for purposes of
constructing or furnishing a municipal convention hall, but only if the legal title to the municipal
convention hall is transferred to the municipality without any further consideration by or on behalf of the
municipality at the time of the completion of the municipal convention hall or upon the

Title:RENEWABLE FUELS PROGRAMS
Sponsor: Michael Noland
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Renewable Fuels Development Program Act. Requires the Department of
Commerce and Economic Opportunity to establish and administer the Illinois Corn Grain to Fuel
Research Consortium Assistance Program. Sets forth the purposes and conditions for the grant
program. Sets forth the amounts of the grants. Specifies how these grant funds shall be allocated. Sets
forth certain limitations on spending on the various Program grants. Amends the State Finance Act to
create the Renewable
08/15/2009

Title: STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH
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Title:REVENUE-TECH
Sponsor: James F. Clayborne, Jr.
Abstract: Amends the Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the
short title.

Title: EDUCATION-TECH
Sponsor: James T. Meeks
Abstract: Creates the Education Investment and Revenue Reform Act. Contains only a short title provision.
08/15/2009

Title:DCFS-SERVICES-ABUSE, NEGLECT
Sponsor: Mattie Hunter
Abstract: Amends the Children's Privacy Protection and Parental Empowerment Act. Makes a technical change in
a Section concerning information brokers.

Title: ANIMALS-TECH

Title:CIVIL LAW-TECH
Abstract: Amends the Trusts and Trustees Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning small trust
termination.

Title:HUMAN RIGHTS-TECH
Abstract: Amends the White Cane Law. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the rights of the blind
and others.

Title: $DCEO
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Sponsor: Donne E. Trotter
Abstract: Appropriates $2 from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic
Opportunity for its FY 10 ordinary and contingent expenses. Effective July 1, 2009.
Status: Senate Item/Reduction Veto Stands 96-0039 - 07/30/2009

Title:IDPH-CANCER DRUG REPOSITORY
Sponsor: Jacqueline Y. Collins
Abstract: Creates the Cancer Drug Repository Program Act. Requires the Department of Public Health to
establish a cancer drug repository program, under which any person may donate a cancer drug or
supplies needed to administer a cancer drug for use by an individual who meets eligibility criteria
specified by the Department. Sets forth requirements that cancer drugs or supplies must meet in order
to be accepted and dispensed under the program. Provides that no drugs or supplies donated under
the cancer
Status: Senate Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As April 30, 2009 - 04/03/2009
Number: IL SB 1290 - Updated (New 02/11/2009)

Title:ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: John M. Sullivan
Status: Senate Referred to Assignments - 02/10/2009

Title:HORSE-ADVANCE DEPOSIT WAGERING
Sponsor: Terry Link
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Allows an organization licensee to maintain a system
whereby advance deposit wagering may take place or to contract with another person to carry out a
system of advance deposit wagering. Makes changes in the definitions of "Inter-track wagering", "non-
host licensee", "pari-mutuel system of wagering", "licensee", "wagering facility", and "wagering". Adds
definitions of "advance deposit wagering licensee" and "advance deposit wagering". Provides for a

Sponsor: Kirk W. Dillard
Abstract: Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning
appeals by the State.

Title: MILITARY LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Abstract: Amends the Military Leave of Absence Act. Requires that a full-time employee of the State, a unit of local
government, or a school district who is a member of a reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces or
the Illinois State Militia must be given a leave of absence for any training or duty required by the U.S.
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Armed Forces not otherwise covered by the Act. If the employee's military pay for that training or duty is
less than his or her compensation from the public employer, requires that during
Status: Senate House Floor Amendment No. 2 Motion to Concur Referred to Assignments; Pursuant to Senate
Rule 3-9(b). - 08/15/2009

Title:ANIMALS--BOVINE TAIL DOCKING
Sponsor: Antonio Muñoz
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that no person may dock or hire any other person
to dock the tail of any living member of the bovine species. Provides that any person who violates this
provision is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor and must pay a fine not to exceed $500. Authorizes
licensed veterinarians to dock tails if doing so is necessary to protect the health of the animal. Defines
"dock".

Title:ANIMALS-FARM ANIMAL CRUELTY
Sponsor: James A. DeLeo
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Prohibits a person from tethering or confining any covered
animal, on a farm, for all or the majority of any day, in a manner that prevents the animal from (i) lying
down, standing up, and fully extending his or her limbs or (ii) turning around freely. Creates exemptions
from this requirement for (i) scientific or agricultural research; (ii) examination, testing, individual
treatment, or operation for veterinary purposes; (iii) transportation; and (iv)
Number: IL SB 1341 - Updated (Text 08/10/2010)

Title:COURT COSTS FINES
Sponsor: Linda Holmes
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code, Clerks of Courts Act, and the Unified Code of Corrections to provide
that any person who receives court supervision shall pay an additional fee of $30 (instead of $20).
Provides that any person who receives a disposition of court supervision for a Vehicle Code violation or
a similar local ordinance shall pay an additional fee of $30 (instead of $20). Provides that $20 of the
$30 (instead of the $20) shall be deposited into the State Police Vehicle Fund in the

Title:PHARM PRACT ACT-STUDENT PHARM
Abstract: Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Replaces "pharmacy intern" with "student pharmacist". Provides
that any person may apply and successfully register with the Department as a student pharmacist if he
or she provides proof that he or she is actively enrolled in a course of study for his or her first
professional degree in pharmacy at an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy and has not engaged in
conduct or behavior determined to be grounds for discipline under this Act. Provides that once a student
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Title: USE TAX EXEMPTIONS-TECH
Sponsor: Susan Garrett
Abstract: Amends the Use Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning exemptions.

Title:HOSPITAL LICENSING ACT-ANIMALS
Sponsor: Michael W. Frerichs
Abstract: Amends the Hospital Licensing Act. Provides that the term "hospital" does not include animal hospitals
or animal care facilities maintained by any university or college established under the laws of this State
and supported by public funds raised by taxation. Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Provides that the
Secretary's waiver of the requirement that a pharmacist be on duty at all times for State facilities not
treating human ailments shall remain in effect until it is rescinded by the

Title:FIRST 2009 GENERAL REVISORY
Abstract: Creates the First 2009 General Revisory Act. Combines multiple versions of Sections amended by
more than one Public Act. Renumbers Sections of various Acts to eliminate duplication. Corrects
obsolete cross-references and technical errors. Makes stylistic changes. Effective immediately.

Title:WRITTEN COLLABORATIVE AGMTS
Sponsor: Heather Steans
Abstract: Amends the Nurse Practice Act. Removes references to a written collaborative agreement throughout
the Act. Provides that an advanced practice nurse's scope of practice includes collaboration and
consultation with or referral to a physician or other appropriate health-care professional for patient care
needs that exceed the APN's scope of practice, education, or experience. Provides that as part of the
professional scope of advanced practice nursing, an advanced practice nurse possesses

Title:PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE-INCOME
Sponsor: Pamela J. Althoff
Abstract: Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Increases the income limitation under the Act
to $55,000 (instead of $50,000) beginning in 2009. Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that the
maximum income limitation under the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption is
the income limitation set forth in the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Effective immediately.

Title: NURSING HOME-INTERMEDIATE CARE
Abstract: Creates the MR/DD Community Care Act and amends the Nursing Home Care Act. Provides that all
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intermediate care facilities for the developmentally disabled and long-term care for under age 22
facilities shall be licensed by the Department of Public Health under the MR/DD Community Care Act
instead of under the Nursing Home Care Act. Makes the provisions in the MR/DD Community Care Act
substantially the same as those in the Nursing Home Care Act, including provisions for the rights of
residents
Number: IL SB 1746 - Updated (Text 07/19/2009)

Title:ANIMALS-TECH

Title:IL ENERGY TO JOBS ACT
Sponsor: James F. Clayborne, Jr.
Abstract: Creates the Illinois Energy to Jobs Act. Creates the Carbon Capture and Sequestration Legislation
Commission to make a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2010 concerning specified
legislation. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act to make changes concerning the Resource
Development Bureau. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act to allow the Agency to acquire by eminent
domain permanent easements for the distribution, transportation, and storage of CO2. Allows the
Agency to lease those

Title:VETERINARY MED PRACT-TEMP PERM
Abstract: Amends the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Practice Act of 2004. Provides that a person holding the
degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or its equivalent, from an accredited college of veterinary
medicine, and who has applied in writing to the Department for a license to practice veterinary medicine
and surgery in any of its branches, and who has fulfilled the qualification requirements of the Act, with
the exception of receipt of notification of his or her examination results, may practice

Title:ANIMALS-TETHERING/CARE
Sponsor: Gary G. Dahl
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Specifies the types of shelter that must be available to dogs
and equines. Sets forth requirements that must be complied with if a dog is to be tethered.

Title: MPEA-BONDS
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act, the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act,
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and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Increases the amount that must be deposited into the McCormick
Place Expansion Project Fund from certain use and occupation tax proceeds. Amends the Metropolitan
Pier and Exposition Authority Act. Increases certain bond authorization limits of the Metropolitan Pier and
Exposition Authority from $2,107,000,000 to $2,457,000,000. Extends the bond repayment

Title:VEH CD-LOW-SPEED VEHICLE
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Defines a "low-speed vehicle" as any 4-wheeled vehicle with a
maximum speed greater than 20 miles per hour but not greater than 25 miles per hour, that conforms
with federal motor vehicle safety standards set forth for that vehicle. Provides the fee for a certificate of
title for a low-speed vehicle is $30 and the registration fee is $18. Removes the requirement that the
Secretary of State issue distinctive license plates for electric vehicles and adds the

Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the unlawful
possession of firearms and firearm ammunition.

Title: STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH
Sponsor: Susan Garrett
Abstract: Amends the Personnel Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Title:GUARDIAN-ADVOCACY-DIRECTOR
Sponsor: William Delgado
Abstract: Amends the Guardianship and Advocacy Act. Provides that Guardianship and Advocacy Commission,
acting on a request from the Director of the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, may disapprove
any action of a regional authority, in which case the regional authority shall cease such action. Provides
that the Commission shall operate subject to the provisions of the Illinois Procurement Code (instead
of the Illinois Purchasing Act). Provides that the Director shall carry out the policies and

Title: IL FINANCE AUTHORITY
Sponsor: Dan Cronin
Abstract: Amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act. Replaces the existing governing board of the Authority with 4
new governing boards, appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Gives
each new governing board jurisdiction over certain specified programs of the Authority. Provides that
certain actions affecting more than one governing board must be taken by the affected boards acting
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jointly. Replaces the Executive Director of the Authority with 4 new executive directors, one

Title: OLYMPIC GAMES-TECH
Sponsor: Kwame Raoul
Abstract: Creates the 2016 Olympic Games Act. Contains only a short title provision.

Title:COURT CLERK FEE DISBURSEMENT
Sponsor: Jeffrey M. Schoenberg
Abstract: Amends the Clerks of Courts Act. Provides that the fine for speeding in a school zone is increased by $5
which shall go to the school district or districts in which the offense occurred. Provides that a county with
a drug court may adopt a mandatory fee of $5 to fund the drug court, less a 5% clerk processing charge,
assessed against any defendant found guilty in a traffic case or who is ordered to pay a fine under the
Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that a person found guilty, including

Title: ANIMALS-TECH

Title:VEH CD-EXCESSIVE IDLING FINES
Abstract: Amends the Vehicle Code, State Finance Act, and Clerks of Courts Act. Increases the fine for an
excessive idling violation from $50 to $250 for the first conviction and from $150 to $500 for a second or
subsequent conviction within a 12 month period. Specifies how the fines collected shall be distributed
and provides alternate distribution procedures for circuit clerks for excess idling violations. Creates the
Number: IL SB 2269 - Updated (Text, Status 03/19/2009)

Title:RX DRUG REPOSITORY-TECH
Sponsor: A. J. Wilhelmi
Abstract: Creates the Illinois Prescription Drug Donation Repository Program Act. Contains only a short-title
provision.

Title: ANIMALS-TECH
Sponsor: Christine Radogno
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Title:FIRE INVESTIGATION,VEH CD-FEES
Abstract: Amends the Fire Investigation Act. In provisions regarding the transfer of moneys from the moneys
deposited into the Fire Prevention Fund under Public Act 95-154, provides that not more than 25% of any
unspent appropriations from the prior fiscal year may also be transferred, and provides that the moneys
may be allocated to the Fire Truck Revolving Loan Fund, Ambulance Revolving Loan Fund, and Fire
Service and Small Equipment Fund at the discretion of the Office of the State Fire Marshal for the

Title:$AGRICULTURE FY10 OCE
Abstract: Makes appropriations for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department of Agriculture for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009, as follows: General Funds $39,124,400; Other State Funds

Title:$FY10 DPH OCE
Abstract: Makes appropriations for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department of Public Health for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009, as follows: General Funds $150,295,500; Other State Funds

Title: $FY10 CAPITAL
Abstract: Makes appropriations and reappropriations for capital expenses.

Title:ANIMALS-TETHERING
Sponsor: Linda Holmes
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Makes it unlawful to tether a dog outdoors unless certain
requirements are met. Provides penalties for violations. Defines "tether".

Title: ANIMALS-TECH
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Title:ANIMALS-EUTHANASIA
Sponsor: John O. Jones
Abstract: Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that companion animal euthanasia chambers
must allow for the separation of animals. Removes a provision requiring only one companion animal to
be euthanized at a time. Requires veterinarians to use professional judgment when deciding whether
or not a procedure shall involve the euthanasia of a single animal or multiple animals, taking into
consideration the safety of facility staff and the most humane practices. Effective immediately.
Status: Senate Tabled By Sponsor Sen. John O. Jones - 03/03/2010

Title:CHILDREN-TECH
Sponsor: Gary Forby
Abstract: Amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. Makes a technical change in a Section
concerning persons required to report to the Department of Children and Family Services suspected
cases of child abuse or child neglect.

Title:CRIM CD-DOG FIGHTING-CHILD
Sponsor: Kimberly A. Lightford
Abstract: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Increases the penalty for a parent, legal guardian, or other person
who is 18 years of age or older who brings a person under 13 years of age to a dog fighting show,
exhibition, program, or other activity from a Class 4 to a Class 3 felony for a first violation and from a
Class 3 to a Class 2 felony for a second or subsequent violation. Provides that a person is guilty of a
Class 3 (rather than a Class 4) felony for a first violation and a Class 2 felony for a

Title:PUPPY MILLS
Sponsor: Pamela J. Althoff
Abstract: Amends the Animal Welfare Act. Provides that a pet shop operator may only purchase a dog or cat from
a dog dealer, large-scale dog breeder, cattery operator, or other pet shop operator that is licensed under
the Act or the federal Animal Welfare Act. Provides for the licensure of dog daycare providers, hobby
breeders, large-scale breeders, animal shelters, and records-only animal shelters. Places age
restrictions on dogs and cats sold by dog breeders or pet shop operators. Requires certain
Status: Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 19, 2010 - 03/05/2010
Number: IL SJR 56 - Updated (Text 06/10/2009)

Title: TSK FRCE ON BREED & PET STORES
Abstract: Creates the Joint Task Force on Breeders and Pet Stores to investigate and make recommendations on
ways to strengthen Illinois law regarding the breeding industry and pet store industry.
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Status: Senate Adopted Both Houses - 06/01/2009
Number: IL SR 53 - Updated (Text 07/03/2009)

Title: MEMORIAL-KATHLEEN ASH
Abstract: Mourns the death of Kathleen Ash of St. Louis.
Status: Senate Resolution Adopted - 02/05/2009
Number: IL SR 127 - Updated (Status 04/28/2009)

Title:STATE ANIMAL ID/REGISTRATION
Sponsor: David Luechtefeld
Abstract: States our belief that animal identification and premise registration efforts should remain at the State
level and not be initiated at the national level.
Number: IL SR 132 - Updated (New 03/07/2009)

Title: MEMORIAL-PAUL HARVEY
Sponsor: Don Harmon
Abstract: Mourns the passing of longtime broadcast commentator Paul Harvey.

Title: MEMORIAL - FRED FISHMAN
Sponsor: Don Harmon
Abstract: Mourns the death of Fred Fishman.

Title: MEMORIAL-SGT ROBERT WEINGER
Sponsor: Michael Bond
Abstract: Mourn the death of United States Army Sergeant Robert M. Weinger of Round Lake Beach.

Title: MEMORIAL - KENNETH DECKER
Abstract: Mourns the death of Kenneth Decker of East Peoria.

Title: MEMORIAL-MARCUS NICHOLSON
Sponsor: Deanna Demuzio
Abstract: Mourns the death of Marcus D. Nicholson of Benld, formerly of Carlinville.
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Title: MEMORIAL - JAMES ENLOW
Sponsor: Gary Forby
Abstract: Mourns the death of James R. Enlow of Springfield.

Title: MEMORIAL - GEORGE GODING
Sponsor: Chris Lauzen
Abstract: Mourns the death of George J. Goding of Sugar Grove.

Title: MEMORIAL - MAY ALDRIN
Abstract: Mourns the death of May Aldrin.

Title: MEMORIAL - ARTHUR SULLIVAN III
Abstract: Mourns the death of Arthur R. Sullivan III of Wellington, Ohio.
Status: Senate Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar - 09/16/2010

Title: MEMORIAL-GREGORY JONES
Sponsor: Terry Link
Abstract: Mourns the death of Gregory Lynn Jones of Waukegan.

Title: MEMORIAL-ALBERT DEVON SR
Sponsor: Terry Link
Abstract: Mourns the death of Albert Joseph DeVon Sr. of Libertyville, formerly of Ormond Beach, Florida.
Illinois - 1st Special Session - Adjourned 2009-2010 2 Bills

Title:$DCEO
Abstract: Appropriates $2 from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic
Opportunity for its FY 10 ordinary and contingent expenses. Effective July 1, 2009.
Status: Senate Item/Reduction Veto Stands 96-0039 - 07/30/2009
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Title:MPEA-BONDS
Abstract: Amends the State Finance Act, the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act,
and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Increases the amount that must be deposited into the McCormick
Place Expansion Project Fund from certain use and occupation tax proceeds. Amends the Metropolitan
Pier and Exposition Authority Act. Increases certain bond authorization limits of the Metropolitan Pier and
Exposition Authority from $2,107,000,000 to $2,457,000,000. Extends the bond repayment
Indiana - Adjourned 2010 3 Bills

Number: IN HB 1099 - Updated (Status 03/26/2010)
Title:Standards for livestock and poultry care
Sponsor: Goodin
Abstract: Allows the board of animal health to assist organizations that represent poultry producers with issues
related to poultry. Allows the board to adopt rules to establish standards governing the care of livestock
and poultry. Effective: January 1, 2011. Goodin , Friend , Ruppel , Pearson (SENATE SPONSORS _
HEAD, DEIG, STEELE, GARD, ERRINGTON, CHARBONNEAU, RANDOLPH) January 5, 2010, read first
time and referred to Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development. January 19, 2010, amended,
reported _
Status: H Effective 01/01/2011 - 03/25/2010
Number: IN SB 5 - Updated (New 12/09/2009)

Title:Animal fighting contests
Sponsor: Arnold
Abstract: Animal fighting contests. Defines "baiting" to mean: (1) attacking an animal with violence; (2) provoking
an animal; or (3) harassing an animal with another animal; for the purpose of training the animal for or
causing the animal to engage in an animal fighting contest. Makes it a Class C felony for a person to do
the following: (1) Breed, transfer, or possess an animal for the purpose of baiting the animal or using
the animal in an animal fighting contest. (2) Promote or stage a baiting or an animal fighting contest. (3)
Allow property to be used to conduct a baiting or an animal fighting contest. (4) Use an animal in a
baiting or an animal fighting contest. (5) Attend a baiting or an animal fighting contest. Makes
possession of animal fighting paraphernalia: (1) a Class A misdemeanor if the possession is for the
purpose of baiting an animal or with the intent to commit certain animal fighting offenses; and (2) a
Class C felony if the possession is with the intent to commit certain animal fighting offenses and while
also possessing a dog, cock, fowl, hog, or bird bearing an injury consistent with participation in or
training for a baiting or an animal fighting contest. Makes neglect of a dependent a Class C felony
instead of a Class D felony if the offense involves a violation of the law concerning animal fighting
contests. Authorizes the seizure of money and property that is used by a person to commit certain
offenses relating to animal fighting contests. Specifies that certain offenses
Status: S First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections, Criminal, and Civil Matters - 01/05/2010
Number: IN SB 343 - Updated (New 01/12/2010)

Title: Standards for livestock and poultry care
Sponsor: Steele
Abstract: Standards for livestock and poultry care. Adds providing assistance to organizations representing
poultry producers to the duties of the board of animal health. Requires the board of animal health to
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consider certain factors when developing standards for the care of livestock and poultry.
Status: S First reading: referred to Committee on Agriculture and Small Business - 01/11/2010
Kansas - Adjourned 2009-10 63 Bills

Number: KS HB 2014 - Updated (Status 05/12/2009)
Title:S Sub for Sub H 2014 by Committee on Utilities -- Energy conservation and
Sponsor: Energy and Utilities
Abstract: AN ACT concerning energy; relating to conservation and electric generation, transmission and efficiency
and air emissions; amending K.S.A. 19-101a, 55-1,117, 65-3012 and 66104d and K.S.A. 2008 Supp.
65-3005, 65-3008a, 66-1,184, 74-99d07 and 74-99d14 and repealing the existing sections; also
repealing K.S.A. 19
Status: H No motion to reconsider; Veto sustained -HJ 760 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK UP 01 THIS
PAGE: 02 - 05/08/2009

Title: Establishing the renewable energy incentive program. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT establishing the renewable energy incentive pr
Status: H Hearing: Thurs., 1/29/09, 9:00AM, Rm.783 Docking - 01/21/2009
Number: KS HB 2022 - Updated (Text, Status 04/30/2009)

Title:Sub. for H 2022 by Committee on Appropriations - Omnibus appropriation act and
Sponsor: Appropriations
Abstract: AN ACT making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2009, June 30,
2010, and June 30, 2011, for state agencies; authorizing certain transfers, capital improvement projects
and fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations, and directing or authorizing certain receipts,
disbursements, procedures and acts incidental to the foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 72-8814,
76-7,107, as amended by section 139 of 2009 Senate Substitute for House Bill No. 2354, 79-2979,
Status: H CR: Substitute be passed by Appropriations -HJ 666; Substitute introduced & placed on General
Orders -HJ 666 - 04/29/2009

Title:Sales tax exemption for the All American Beef Battalion, Inc. Effective date:
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; All American Beef Battalion, Inc.; amending
K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Hearing: Wed., 2/4/09, 9:00AM, Rm 535-N - 01/28/2009

Title: Joint committee on parole board oversight; fleeing police officer; criminal
Sponsor: Corrections and Juvenile Justice
Abstract: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; amending K.S.A. 8-1568, 21-3419, 21-
4315, 21-4316, 21-4319, 21-4603d, 21-4611 and 21-4715 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 21-3419a, 21-4704,
21-4705, 21-4714, 75-4319 and 75-5291 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 21-
4603d, as amended by section 32 of 2009 House Bill No. 2236, and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 21-4704, as
amended by section 33 of 2009 House Bill No. 2236, 21-4705, as amended by section 34 of 2009
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House Bill No. 2236,
Status: Approved by gov. -HJ 780 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK UP 01 THIS PAGE: 02 - 05/21/2009

Title:Cereal malt beverages; alcohol content, regulation by ABC, retailers authorized
Sponsor: Federal and State Affairs
Abstract: AN ACT concerning alcoholic beverages; amending K.S.A. 41-210, 41211, 41-304, 41-307, 41-308, 41-
601, 41-602, 41-701, 41-708, 41-717, 41-718, 41-724, 41-725, 41-726, 41-729, 41-806, 41-901, 41-905,
411001, 41-1002, 41-1004, 41-1101, 41-1102, 41-1122, 41-1123, 41-1125, 41-2604, 41-2610, 41-2614,
41-2632, 41-2637, 41-2641, 41-2642, 412643, 41-2705, 41-2706, 41-2707, 41-2709, 41-2722, 41-2726,
79-4101, 79-4102, 79-4103, 79-4104, 79-41a01, 79-41a02, 79-41a04, 79-41a06, 79-41a07 and 79-
41a08 and
Status: H Hearing: Wed., 2/4/09, 1:30PM, Rm 143-N - 01/28/2009

Title:S Sub for H 2085 by Committee on Federal and State Affairs -- Solid waste
Sponsor: Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security
Abstract: AN ACT concerning solid waste; relating to management plans; relating to the waste tire management
fund; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 65-3410 and 65-3424g and repealing the existing sec

Title:Supplemental appropriations for FY 2009, FY 2010 and FY 2011 for state
Abstract: AN ACT making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2009, June 30, 2010
and June 30, 2011, for state agencies; authorizing certain transfers, capital improvement projects and
fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations, and directing or authorizing certain receipts,
disbursements and acts incidental to the foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 55-193, 79-2978, 79-
2979, 793425i, 79-34,156, 79-4801 and 82a-953a and repealing the existing sec
Status: H Referred to Appropriations -HJ 74 - 01/28/2009

Title:Agriculture; fertilizer and pesticides, fees; dairy products, fees and
Sponsor: Agriculture and Natural Resources
Abstract: AN ACT concerning agriculture; relating to application of swine waste; pesticide and fertilizer programs;
fees; milk and dairy products; fees and labeling requirements; amending K.S.A. 2-2203, 2-2205, 2-
2206, 2-2207, 2-2209, 2-2214, 2-2440a, 2-2440c, 2-2440e, 22446, 2-2449, 2-2450, 2-2454, 2-2455, 2-
2470 and 2-2471 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 2-1205, 2-2202, 2-2204, 2-2438a, 2-2440, 2-2440b, 2-2441a,
2-2443a, 2-2445a, 2-2469, 2-2905, 2-2906, 2-3304, 2-3306, 2-3309, 2-3318, 65-778, 65-781 and 65-
1,182
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Title: Regulating traffic; prohibiting certain texting. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Transportation
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Abstract: AN ACT regulating traffic; prohibiting the sending, reading or writing of text messages while operating a
motor vehicle; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-2118 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Hearing: Mon., 2/09/09, 1:30PM, Rm 783 Docking - 02/04/2009

Title:Traffic regulation; failure to comply with traffic orders or directions.
Abstract: AN ACT regulating traffic; failure to comply with traffic regulations or directions; amending K.S.A. 8-1531a
and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-2118 and repealing the existing sec
Status: H Referred to Transportation -HJ 82 - 01/30/2009

Title:Regulating traffic; removal of vehicles from highways. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT regulating traffic; concerning the removal of certain vehicles from highways; amending K.S.A. 8-
1603 and 8-1605 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-2118 and repealing the existing sec
Status: Approved by gov. -HJ 322 - 03/18/2009

Title:Motor vehicles; regulation thereof; golf carts; work-site utility vehicles;
Abstract: AN ACT relating to motor vehicles; concerning the regulation thereof; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-
126, 8-128, 8-1486, 8-1494, 8-1103, 8-2118, as amended by section 4 of 2009 House Bill No. 2147, 66-
1,108 and 66-1,109 and repealing the existing sec

Title:Taxation; cash rebates on sales or leases of new motor vehicles; exemptions;
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning taxation; relating to cash rebates on sales or leases of new motor vehicles;
exemptions; valuation of land devoted to agricultural use for estate tax purposes; periods of limitation
for income tax refunds and adjustments of income; homestead property tax refunds; amending K.S.A.
2008 Supp. 79-15,253, 79-3230, 79-3602, as amended by section 1 of 2009 House Bill No. 2321, 79-
3603, 79-3606 and 79-4502 and repealing the existing sec
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Title:Sales tax exemption for Stephanie Waterman Tennis Foundation. Effective date:
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; Stephanie Waterman Tennis Foundation;
amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se

Title: Exceptions from amusement ride operation requirements for home-owned amusement
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Abstract: AN ACT concerning amusement rides; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 441601 and repealing the existing
se
Status: H Hearing: Mon.,2/09/09, 1:30PM, Rm 143-N - 02/04/2009

Title:Sales tax exemption for golden belt community concert association.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; golden belt community concert association;

Title:Sales tax exemption for Steve King foundation. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; Steve King foundation; amending K.S.A. 2008
Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se

Title:Sales tax exemptions for Kansas state firefighters association.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; Kansas state firefighters association;
Status: H Hearing: Thurs., 2/12/09, 9:00AM, Rm 535-N - 02/04/2009

Title:Loan agreements pursuant to the veterinary training program for rural Kansas.
Sponsor: Agriculture and Natural Resources
Abstract: AN ACT concerning the veterinary training program for rural Kansans; relating to certain loans and
agreements; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 76-4,112 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Hearing: Thurs., 2/12/09, 3:30 PM, Rm 783 Docking - 02/04/2009

Title:Fleeing or eluding a police officer; criminal threat; aggravated criminal
Sponsor: Corrections and Juvenile Justice
Abstract: AN ACT concerning motor vehicles; relating to fleeing or eluding a police officer; amending K.S.A. 8-
1568 and repealing the existing section crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; relating to fleeing
or eluding a police officer; criminal threat; aggravated criminal threat; presentence investigation report;
criminal history; amending K.S.A. 8-1568, 21-3419 and 21-4715 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 21-3419a and
21-4714 and repealing the existing sec
Status: H CR: Be passed as am. by Corrections and Juvenile Justice -HJ 372 - 03/23/2009

Title: Cities; neighborhood organizations; nuisance actions for city code violations.
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Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning cities; relating to nuisance abatement and powers of certain neighborhood associa
Status: H Hearing: Mon., 3/02/09, 3:30PM, Rm 143-N - 02/25/2009

Title:Sales tax exemption for certain organizations which provide services for
Sponsor: Trimmer, Wetta
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; certain organizations providing services for
seniors; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Referred to Taxation -HJ 126 - 02/05/2009

Title:Providing for an I'm pet friendly license plate. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Meier
Abstract: AN ACT relating to motor vehicles; providing for an I'm pet friendly license plate; amending K.S.A. 2008
Supp. 8-1,141 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Referred to Transportation -HJ 126 - 02/05/2009

Title:Regulations for underground hydrocarbon storage wells. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT concerning the department of health and environment; relating to rules and regulations for
underground hydrocarbon storage wells; amending K.S.A. 55-1,117 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Referred to Energy and Utilities -HJ 126; Hearing: Hearing: Mon., 2/09/09, 9:00 a.m., Rm. DSOB 783 -
02/05/2009

Title:Enacting the health care price transparency act. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT enacting the health care price transparency act; prescribing disclosure and availability of prices
charged by certain health care providers and reimbursed by health insurance carriers for health or
medical care ser
Status: H Referred to Health and Human Services -HJ 135 - 02/06/2009

Title:S Sub for H 2295 by Committee on Agriculture -- Fees for fertilizers,
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning agriculture; relating to application of swine waste; fees for pesticide and fertilizer
programs; fees for milk and dairy products; amending K.S.A. 2-2203, 22205, 2-2206, 2-2207, 2-2209, 2-
2214, 2-2440a, 2-2440c, 2-2440e, 2-2446, 2-2449, 22450, 2-2454, 2-2455, 2-2470 and 2-2471 and
K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 2-1205, 2-2202, 2-2204, 2-2438a, 2-2440, 2-2440b, 2-2441a, 2-2443a, 2-2445a, 2-
2469, 2-2905, 2-2906, 2-3304, 2-3306, 2-3309, 2-3318, 65-778, 65-781 and 65-1,182 and repealing the

Title: Sales tax exemption for resource conservation and development councils.
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Title: Sales tax exemption for resource conservation and development councils.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; resource conservation and development
councils; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 793606 and repealing the existing se
Number: KS HB 2321 - Updated (Text 04/02/2009)

Title:Political subdivision under the Kansas retailers' sales tax act to include
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to Kansas retailers' sales tax act; political subdivisions
thereunder; horsethief reservoir benefit district; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3602 and repealing the
existing se

Title:Sales tax exemption for certain purchases of school supplies, computers and
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; certain sales of school supplies, computers
and clothing during sales tax holiday; [Kansas Wildscape Foundation, Inc.;] amending K.S.A. 2008
Status: H COW: -HJ 406; CR be adptd -HJ 406; Be am. -HJ 406; Motion to recommend for passage, failed -HJ
406 - 03/24/2009

Title:Recodification of certain drug crimes; quantities of drugs; proportionality of
Abstract: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; amending K.S.A. 9-2012, 12-4419, 12-
4509, 16-305, 17-12a508, 171311a, 19-3519, 21-2501, 21-2511, 21-3301, 21-3302, 21-3303, 213411,
21-3413, 21-3414, 21-3415, 21-3421, 21-3435, 21-3436, 21-3437, 21-3447, 21-3451, 21-3608a, 21-
3609, 21-3701, 21-3704, 21-3707, 213710, 21-3718, 21-3720, 21-3729, 21-3734, 21-3761, 21-3763,
21-3812, 21-3826, 21-3846, 21-3902, 21-3904, 21-3905, 21-3910, 21-4018, 214105, 21-4111, 21-4203,
21-4204, 21-4226,
Status: H CR: Be passed as am. by Corrections and Juvenile Justice -HJ 274 - 03/11/2009

Title:Sales tax exemption for MidAmerica Minority Business Development Council.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; MidAmerica Minority Business Development
Council; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se

Title:Sales tax exemption for Kansas legal services, inc. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; Kansas legal services, inc.; amending K.S.A.
2008 Supp. 79-3606 and repealing the existing se
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Title:Sales tax exemption for Kansas hunters feeding the hungry, inc.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; Kansas hunters feeding the hungry, inc.;

Title:Imposition of sales tax on rendering or furnishing of services; rates.
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to the imposition of tax on rendering or furnishing of
services; rate of tax; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3602, 79-3603, 79-3620, 79-3703 and 79-3710
and repealing the existing sec

Title:S Sub for H 2354 by Committee on Ways and Means -- Appropriations for FY 2009
2010, June 30, 2011, June 30, 2012, June 30, 2013, and June 30, 2014, for state agencies; authorizing
certain transfers, capital improvement projects and fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations,
and directing or authorizing certain receipts, disbursements, procedures and acts incidental to the
foregoing; amending section 95 of 2009 House Substitute for Substitute for Senate Bill No. 23 and
Status: H No mtns to reconsider.Line item vetoes sustained -HJ 761 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK
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Title:Extending season to take deer, fees for certain licenses and permits issued by
Abstract: AN ACT concerning deer; relating to procedures for the taking thereof; concerning certain fees charged
by the secretary of wildlife and parks; relating to the feed the hungry fund; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp.
32988, 32-995 and 79-3606 and repealing the existing sec
Status: H Referred to Agriculture and Natural Resources -HJ 251; Hearing: Tues., 3/10/09, 3:30PM, Rm 783
Docking - 03/04/2009

Title:S Sub for Sub H 2365 by Committee on Assessment and Taxation -- Taxation,
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning taxation; relating to settlement authority of secretary of revenue, certain
assessments; income tax credits, limitations; valuation of land devoted to agricultural use for estate tax
purposes; periods of limitation for certain refunds and credits; sales tax exemptions; homestead
property tax refunds; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-15,253, 79-3230, 79-32,211, 79-32,258, 79-3606,
79-3609 and 79-4502 and repealing the existing sec
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Title:Sales tax exemption for certain nonprofit organizations. Effective date:
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to certain exemptions; certain nonprofit organizations;
amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3603, 793606 and 79-3692 and repealing the existing sec

Title:S Sub for H 2369 by Committee on Utilities -- Energy conservation and electric
and air emissions; amending K.S.A. 19-101a, 55-1,117, 65-3012 and 66104d and K.S.A. 2008 Supp.
repealing K.S.A. 19-101a, as amended by section 7 of 2009 Senate Bill No. 336, and 19

Title:S Sub for H 2373 by Committee on Ways and Means -- Omnibus appropriation act
2010, June 30, 2011, June 30, 2012, June 30, 2013, and June 30, 2014, for state agencies; authorizing
certain transfers, capital improvement projects and fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations,
and directing or authorizing certain receipts, disbursements and acts incidental to the foregoing;
amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 12-5256, as amended by section 136 of 2009 Senate Substitute for
House
Status: H No motion to reconsider; Veto sustained -HJ 781 - 06/04/2009

Title:Employment security law; establishing alternative base period; allowance of
Sponsor: Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning employment security law; relating to alternative base periods, approved job training
and part-time employees' eligibility for benefits; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 44-703, 44-704c and 44-
705 and repealing the existing sec

Title:Kansas pet animal act; transferring duties and powers. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT concerning pet animals; transferring the powers, duties and functions of the livestock
commissioner regarding the Kansas pet animal act to the secretary of agriculture; amending K.S.A. 47-
1701, 471702, 47-1703, 47-1704, 47-1708, 47-1712, 47-1713, 47-1715, 47-1719, 47-1720, 47-1723,
47-1725, 47-1727, 47-1731, 47-1732, 47-1733, 471734, 47-1735 and 47-1736 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp.
47-1706, 47-1706a, 47-1707, 47-1709 and 47-1721 and repealing the existing sec
Status: H Referred to Agriculture and Natural Resources -HJ 271; Hearing: Thurs., 3/12/09, 3:30 PM, Rm 783
Docking - 03/11/2009
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Title:Concerning sales taxation; goodwill industries. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to exemptions; goodwill industries; amending K.S.A. 2008

Title:Certain crimes in which the penalty is an offgrid felony, attempt, conspiracy
Sponsor: Kinzer
Abstract: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; relating to attempt, conspiracy and
criminal solicitation to commit certain crimes; aggravated endangering a child; controlled substances;
amending K.S.A. 21-3301, 21-3302, 21-3303, 21-3447, 213449, 21-3450, 21-3502, 21-3504, 21-3506,
21-3513, 21-3516 and 21-4643 and K.S.A. 2009 Supp. 21-3608a, 21-36a01, 21-36a05, 21-36a10, 21-
36a13, 21-4642 and 21-4704 and repealing the existing sec

Title:Prohibiting sending, reading or writing text messages. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT regulating traffic; prohibiting the sending, reading or writing of text messages while operating a
motor vehicle; amending K.S.A. 2009 Supp. 8-2118 and repealing the existing se
Status: H Stricken, House Rule 1507 -HJ 1010 - 02/23/2010
Number: KS SB 23 - Updated (Text 03/10/2009)

Title:H Sub for Sub S 23 by Committee on Appropriations -- Appropriations for FY
Sponsor: Ways and Means
Abstract: AN ACT making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2009, June 30, 2010
and June 30, 2011, for state agencies; authorizing certain transfers, capital improvement projects and
fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations, and directing or authorizing certain receipts,
disbursements and acts incidental to the foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 55-193, 79-2978, 79-
2979, 79-3425i, 79-34,156, 794801 and 82a-953a and repealing the existing sec
Status: S No motion to reconsider; Veto sustained -SJ 265 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK UP 01 THIS
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Number: KS SB 28 - Updated (Text 06/16/2009)

Title:Sub for S 28 by Committee on Judiciary -- Offenses and conduct giving rise to
Sponsor: Judiciary
Abstract: AN ACT concerning civil procedure; relating to covered offenses and conduct giving rise to forfeiture;
Status: Approved by gov. -SJ 756 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK UP 01 THIS PAGE: 02 - 04/17/2009
Number: KS SB 33 - Updated (Status 06/08/2009)

Title: Board of pharmacy; fingerprinting and criminal history record checks; pharmacy
Sponsor: Public Health and Welfare
Abstract: AN ACT concerning the state board of pharmacy; pharmacy technicians; terms and membership of the
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state board of pharmacy; fingerprinting and criminal history record checks; creating a statewide
electronic logging system for the sale of methamphetamine precursors; amending K.S.A. 74-1603 and
74-1604 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 65-1643 and 651663 and repealing the existing sections; also
repealing K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 65-
Status: Approved by gov. -SJ 902 LAST PAGE ENTER PAGE NO TO BACK UP 01 THIS PAGE: 02 - 05/21/2009

Title:Regulating traffic, concerning golf carts. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Lee
Abstract: AN ACT regulating traffic; concerning golf carts the regulation of certain vehicles; amending K.S.A. 2008
Supp. 8-126, 8-128, 8-1486 81402a, 8-1486, 8-1494 and 8-2118 and repealing the existing sec
Status: S Rejected by House - 03/30/2009

Title:Cereal malt beverages; alcohol content, regulation by ABC, retailers authorized
Abstract: AN ACT concerning alcoholic beverages; amending K.S.A. 41-210, 41211, 41-304, 41-307, 41-308, 41-
601, 41-602, 41-701, 41-708, 41-717, 41-718, 41-724, 41-725, 41-726, 41-729, 41-806, 41-901, 41-905,
411001, 41-1002, 41-1004, 41-1101, 41-1102, 41-1122, 41-1123, 41-1125, 41-2604, 41-2610, 41-2614,
41-2632, 41-2637, 41-2641, 41-2642, 412643, 41-2705, 41-2706, 41-2707, 41-2709, 41-2722, 41-2726,
79-4101, 79-4102, 79-4103, 79-4104, 79-41a01, 79-41a02, 79-41a04, 79-41a06, 79-41a07 and 79-
41a08 and
Status: S Hearing: 2/04/09, Wed., 10:30 am, Rm 136-N (Pro only); Hearing: 2/05/09, Thur., 10:30 am, Rm 136-N
(Opp only) - 01/29/2009

Title:Sales tax exemption for fees for guided and non-guided hunts and fishing
Sponsor: Assessment and Taxation
Abstract: AN ACT concerning sales taxation; relating to imposition of tax; exemptions; hunting and fishing;
amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 79-3603 and 79-3606 and repealing the existing sec
Status: S CR: Be passed by Assessment and Taxation -SJ 115 - 02/04/2009

Title:Establishing the safety corridor act administered by the secretary of
Abstract: AN ACT concerning transportation; relating to designation of certain highway segments as safety
corridors by the secretary of transportation; establishing the traffic safety corridor fund; amending K.S.A.
2008 Supp. 8-2118 and repealing the existing se
Status: S COW: CR be adptd; be further am.; be passed as am. -SJ 222; EFA: Not passed; Yeas 18 Nays 22 -SJ
231; Killed, Final Action - 02/19/2009

Title: Exceptions from amusement ride operation requirements for home owned amusement
Abstract: AN ACT concerning amusement rides; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 44-1601 and repealing the existing
se
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Status: Approved by gov. -SJ 756 - 04/08/2009

Title:Solid waste management plans. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Sponsor: Natural Resources
Abstract: AN ACT concerning solid waste; relating to management plans; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 65-3410
and repealing the existing se
Status: S Rejected by House - 03/30/2009

Title:Transferring the powers and duties of the animal health department and state
Sponsor: Legislative Post Audit Committee
Abstract: AN ACT concerning state agencies; abolishing the Kansas animal health department; creating the
animal health division within the Kansas department of agriculture; transferring the powers, duties and
functions of the livestock commissioner and the Kansas animal health department; abolishing the state
conservation commission; creating the conservation division within the department of agriculture;
transferring the powers, duties and functions of the executive director of the state conservation
Status: S Hearing: 2/24/2009, Tues., 8:30 am, Rm 545-N; Hearing: 2/25/2009, Wed., 8:30 am, Rm 545-N (Cont)
- 02/18/2009

Title:Implements of husbandry, exempt from certificates of title. Effective date:
Abstract: AN ACT concerning vehicles; relating to implements of husbandry; concerning all-terrain vehicles;
amending K.S.A. 84-2a-104 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-126, 8-197, 8-1402a and 84-9-311 and repealing
the existing sec

Title:Prairie dog management, control and conservation. Effective date: Statute Bk.
Abstract: AN ACT concerning wildlife; relating to prairie dog management, control and conservation; also
repealing K.S.A. 80-1201, 80-1202, 80-1203, 80-1204, 80-1205, 80-1206, 80-1207 and 80
Status: S Referred to Natural Resources -SJ 243 - 02/26/2009

Title:Abolishing KTEC and Kansas, Inc. and transferring the duties thereof to the
Abstract: AN ACT abolishing the Kansas technology enterprise corporation and Kansas, Inc. and transferring the
powers and duties thereof to the department of commerce; amending K.S.A. 74-5001a, 74-5007a,
748102, 74-8103, 74-8106, 74-8107, 74-8108, 74-8109, 74-8110, 74-8111, 74-8204, 74-8310, 74-8316,
74-8317, 74-8318, 74-8319, 74-8401, 749303, 74-9306, 75-2935b, 75-3208 and 76-770 and K.S.A.
2008 Supp. 12-17,169, 12-17,177, 74-520a, 74-5005, 74-5049, 74-5089, 74-5095, 74-50,133, 74-
50,151, 74-50,156,
Status: S Referred to Ways and Means -SJ 280 - 03/06/2009
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Number: KS SB 304 - Updated (Hearing 03/17/2009)
Title:Appropriations for FY 2009 through FY 2013 for various state agencies.
2010, June 30, 2011, June 30, 2012 and June 30, 2013, and June 30, 2014, for state agencies;
authorizing certain transfers, capital improvement projects and fees, imposing certain restrictions and
limitations, and directing or authorizing certain receipts, disbursements and acts incidental to the
foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 2-223, 12-5256, 55-193, 75-6702, 76-7,107, 79-2959, 792964,
79-2978,
Status: S Hearing: 3/19/2009, Thur., 10:30 am, Rm 545-N - 03/16/2009

Title:Abolishing KTEC and transferring the duties thereof to the department of
Abstract: AN ACT abolishing the Kansas technology enterprise corporation and transferring the powers and
duties thereof to the department of commerce and the board of regents; amending K.S.A. 74-5001a,
74-8102, 74-8103, 74-8106, 74-8107, 74-8108, 74-8109, 74-8110, 74-8111, 748316, 74-8317, 74-8318,
74-8319, 74-8401, 75-2935b, 75-3208 and 76770 and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 74-520a, 74-5005, 74-50,133,
74-50,151, 74-50,156, 74-8101, 74-8104, 74-8131, 74-8132, 74-8133, 74-8134, 748135, 74-8136, 74-
99b03, 74-99b04,
Status: S Referred to Ways and Means -SJ 337 - 03/17/2009

Title:Reconciling amendments. Effective date: 6/04/2009.
Abstract: AN ACT reconciling amendments to certain statutes and making certain technical changes related
thereto; amending K.S.A. 16a-6-117, as amended by section 23 of 2009 Senate Bill No. 240, 20-3201,
21-3826, as amended by section 1 of 2009 Senate Bill No. 237, and 72-4423, as amended by section
11 of 2009 House Bill No. 2003, and K.S.A. 2008 Supp. 8-126, as amended by section 4 of 2009 Senate
Bill No. 275, 8-1567, as amended by section 5 of 2009 Senate Substitute for House Bill No. 2096, 8-
2110, as
Number: KS SB 339 - Updated (New 05/07/2009)

Title:Energy conservation and electric generation, transmission, efficiency and air
and air emissions; amending K.S.A. 19-101a, 55-1,117, 65-3012 and 66-104d and K.S.A. 2008 Supp.
repealing K.S.A. 19-101a, as amended by section 7 of 2009 Senate Bill No. 336, and 19
Status: S Introduced -SJ 814; Referred to Utilities -SJ 815 - 05/06/2009
Kentucky - Adjourned 2010 5 Bills

Number: KY HB 169 - Updated (Status 01/06/2010)
Title: AN ACT relating to crimes and punishment.
Sponsor: J. Jenkins
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Abstract: Amend KRS 525.125, relating to cruelty to animals in the first degree, to provide that causing any
animal, not just a four-legged animal, to fight is a Class D felony; amend KRS 525.130, relating to
cruelty to animals in the
Status: introduced in House; to Judiciary (H) - 01/05/2010

Title:AN ACT relating to animals.
Sponsor: R. Crimm
Abstract: Amend KRS 525.125, 525.130, and 525.135 to forfeit ownership of animals involved in cruelty and
torture cases and prohibit ownership or possession of animals of the same species for two years.
Status: to Judiciary (H) - 01/11/2010

Title:AN ACT relating to crimes and punishments and declaring an emergency.
Sponsor: W. Coursey
Abstract: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 218A to prohibit possession of, trafficking in, and cultivation of
salvia and impose penalties; amend KRS 218A.010 to define "salvia"; amend KRS 218A.050 to include
salvia as a Schedule I
Status: signed by Governor (Acts ch. 149) - 04/13/2010

Title:AN ACT relating to the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children.
Sponsor: T. Burch
Abstract: Repeal and reenact KRS 615.030 to replace the existing interstate compact relating to the child
placement with the new Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children; provide that this Act is
effective when the 35th state
Status: to Judiciary (S) - 03/01/2010
Number: KY HR 80 - Updated (New 01/22/2010)

Title: A RESOLUTION adjourning the House of Representatives in honor and loving memory of Dr.
Sponsor: L. Napier
Abstract: Adjourn the House of Representatives in honor and loving memory of Dr. Clifford Franklin Kerby.
Status: introduced in House; adopted by voice vote - 01/21/2010
Louisiana - Adjourned 2010 6 Bills

Number: LA HB 201 - Updated (Hearing 04/28/2010)
Title:CRIME/ABUSE
Sponsor: HINES
Abstract: Creates a registry of persons convicted of certain crimes against animals (OR +$46,000 GF EX See
Note)
Status: H 24 Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice. -
03/29/2010
Number: LA HB 408 - Updated (Text, Status 06/24/2010)

Title: CRIME/DOGFIGHTING
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Sponsor: LEGER
Abstract: Provides for the authorization of certain persons to euthanize dogs seized in connection with dogfighting
Status: H Effective date: August 15, 2010. - 06/21/2010
Number: LA HB 428 - Updated (Text, Status 07/08/2010)

Title: ANIMALS/CRUELTY
Sponsor: LEGER
Abstract: Provides with respect to the seizure of animals treated cruelly
Status: H Effective date: August 15, 2010. - 07/02/2010
Number: LA HB 829 - Updated (Status 06/21/2010)

Title: CRIME
Sponsor: LIGI
Abstract: Amends the crime of cruelty to animals
Status: S 7 Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary C. - 05/20/2010
Number: LA SB 73 - Updated (Text, Status 07/03/2010)

Title:ANIMALS
Sponsor: HEITMEIER
Abstract: Prohibits the use of certain forms of euthanasia in animals. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX See
Note)
Status: S Effective date 6/30/10. - 06/30/2010
Number: LA SB 644 - Updated (Text 07/09/2010)

Title: CHILDREN'S CODE
Sponsor: BROOME
Abstract: Provides for the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children. (see Act) (RE2 FF EX See Note)
Status: S Effective date: See Act. - 07/02/2010
Massachusetts 2009-10 63 Bills

Number: MA HB 1 - Updated (Status 04/17/2009)
Title:An Act making appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2010.
Sponsor: Governor
Abstract: Governor Patrick's budget recommendations for the FY 2010 Fiscal Year (the General Appropriation Act).
Includes $27,499,508,518 in direct appropriations, another $519,562,340 in chargebacks and
$473,627,971 in retained revenue, and finally $2,379,530,426 in federal grants.
Status: Reported by committee in part - see HB4100 - 04/16/2009
Number: MA HB 108 - Updated (Text 10/13/2009)

Title:An Act relative to pandemic and disaster preparation and response in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Peter J. Koutoujian
Abstract: Amends various provisions relative to declared public health emergency management and response;
establishes and regulates local public health agencies.
Status: Reported favorably as amended by Joint Committee on Health Care Financing, attached to SB18 -
04/06/2009
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Title:An Act requiring pet shop owners to provide basic pet care information to consumers
Sponsor: Demetrius J. Atsalis
Abstract: Requires all persons engaged in the sale of pet animals and in the operation of pet shops, to display
and provide free basic care information on all birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and fish sold on
the premises; mandates the approval of said information by the Massachusetts board of registration in
veterinary medicine.
Status: Recommitted to committee on Community Development and Small Businesses - 10/12/2010

Title: An Act Regarding Parental Notification and Consent
Sponsor: William G. Greene
Status: Accompanied study order - 03/17/2010

Title: An Act creating the non-indigenous species management plan
Sponsor: Stephen R. Canessa
Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means - 04/07/2010

Title: An Act safeguarding our natural resources
Sponsor: Anne M. Gobi
Status: New draft substituted - see HB4172 - 07/27/2009

Title:An Act relative to the practicing veterinary medicine
Sponsor: James M. Murphy
Abstract: Requires the oversight of an animal care and use committee for the medical treatment and
rehabilitation of wildlife; articulates membership of said committee.

Title:An Act prohibiting the cruel confinement of certain farm animals
Sponsor: Pam Richardson
Abstract: Prohibits the confinement of farm animals in any manner that does not allow them to turn around, lie
down, stand up or fully extend their limbs; identifies the crime as a misdemeanor and imposes a fine of
up to $1000 or imprisonment in the county jail for up to 180 days for violations; establishes an effective
date of January 1, 2015.

Title: An Act relative to sustainable water resources
Sponsor: Frank I. Smizik
Status: Accompanied study order - see HB5040 - 10/12/2010
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Title:An Act relative to genetically modified pharmaceutical crops
Sponsor: Frank I. Smizik
Abstract: >Prohibits the planting or growing of genetically modified crops, as defined in the Commonwealth until
the department of agriculture promulgates regulations pertaining to same; regulates implementation of
said regulations; requires said regulations to protect non-genetically modified crops from
contamination by genetically altered pharmaceutical crops.

Title: An Act concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to dogs harbored
upon the insured property
Sponsor: Anne M. Gobi
Abstract: Prohibits insurance companies offering homeowners insurance coverage from refusing to issue or
renew, cancel or impose an increased premium based in whole or part on the harboring of specific
breeds of dogs on a property, except in the event a particular dog has been deemed dangerous by
authorities; requires the reporting of dog bites or attacks that result in medical attention to the
department of public health; articulates format of said reports; authorizes the release of insurer from

Title: An Act relative to the monitoring of controlled substances
Sponsor: Thomas A. Golden, Jr.

Title:An Act relative to the penalty for killing, maiming or poisoning of animals
Sponsor: Bruce J. Ayers
Abstract: Imposes terms of imprisonment in the state prison up to five years, imprisonment in jail for up to two
and one-half years, and/or fines up to five thousand dollars for the willful or malicious killing, maiming,
poisoning, torture or disfigurement of any animal of one's own or another person; modifies the laws
pertaining to punishment for cruel treatment of animals, so that mutilation or death of the animal is
unnecessary to impose said sanctions.

Title:An Act relative to damages for the malicious injury to pets
Sponsor: Jennifer M. Callahan
Abstract: Enables the collection of damages for emotional distress and loss of companionship in suits for
damage for malicious injury or the killing of a pet.

Title: An Act to protect animals in domestic violence cases
Sponsor: Katherine Clark
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Status: Extension order filed 5/7/2010 - 03/25/2010

Title:An Act relative to the use of telephones in places of detention
Sponsor: Louis L. Kafka
Abstract: Entitles persons detained by the police at a police station or other place of detention to the use of the
telephone for a second time to arrange for the care of a dependent person or pet.

Title: An Act relative to the sale of dogfighting paraphernalia
Sponsor: Louis L. Kafka

Title: An act to include animals in abuse prevention orders
Sponsor: Peter J. Koutoujian

Title:An Act relative to at risk dogs
Sponsor: Bradford R. Hill
Abstract: Regulates the declaration of dogs as dangerous or vicious; prohibits the declaration of dogs as
dangerous or vicious under the articulated circumstances, including, but not limited to when the injured
person was committing a trespass or tort upon the premises occupied by the owner of said dog, was
teasing, tormenting, abusing or assaulting the dog, or was otherwise attempting to commit a crime
upon said land; prohibits the declaration of a dog as dangerous or vicious when the damage or injury is
Status: Hearing Scheduled HS - 07/31/2010 11:00 AM House Chamber - 07/30/2010

Title:An Act relative to dogs
Sponsor: Vincent A. Pedone
Abstract: Regulates the declaration of dogs as dangerous or vicious; prohibits the declaration of dogs as
dangerous or vicious under the articulated circumstances, including, but not limited to when the injured
person was committing a trespass or tort upon the premises occupied by the owner of said dog, was
teasing, tormenting, abusing or assaulting the dog, or was otherwise attempting to commit a crime
upon said land; prohibits the declaration of a dog as dangerous or vicious when the damage or injury is

Title: An Act to protect the public from condemned, vicious dogs
Sponsor: Robert P. Spellane

Title: An Act relative to red and blue flashing rotating or oscillating lights
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Title: An Act relative to red and blue flashing rotating or oscillating lights
Sponsor: Kathi-Anne Reinstein
Abstract: Authorizes police departments whose officers are appointed as special police officers by the colonel of
the state police to mount or display a flashing, rotating or oscillating red or blue lights.

Title: An Act establishing a board of registration in naturopathy
Sponsor: Jay R. Kaufman
Status: Hearing Scheduled JPH - 07/28/2009 10:00 A.M. A-1 - 04/22/2009

Title: An Act relative to bottled water
Sponsor: Vincent A. Pedone

Title: An Act to prohibit sales of novelty lighters in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Geraldo Alicea

Title:An Act providing for a tax on sale of non-food animals
Sponsor: Jennifer M. Callahan
Abstract: Imposes tax on the sale of non-food animals, including those kept as pets, used for stock breeding and
working animals that are not fit for human consumption.

Title: An Act making appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2010 for the maintenance of the departments, boards,
commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and
serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements.
Sponsor: House Ways and Means
Abstract: House Ways & Means budget recommendations for the FY 2010 Fiscal Year (the General Appropriation
Act). Includes $26,830,509,349 in direct appropriations, $297,960,821 in chargebacks, $463,772,869 in
retained revenue, and finally $2,149,389,078 in federal grants, for a grand total of $29,741,632,117.
Status: Printed-as-amended version - see HB4101 - 05/01/2009

Title: House bill No. 4100, as changed by the committee on Bills in Third Reading and as amended and
passed to be engrossed by the House.
Status: Conference committee recommended substituting new draft - see HB4129 - 06/19/2009

Title: Report of the committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to
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the Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2010 for the
maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the
Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain perm
Sponsor: Conference Committee
Status: Governor's veto of line item 4180-0100 overridden (32/0) - 07/28/2009

Title:An Act prohibiting the use of novelty lighters in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Public Safety & Homeland Security
Abstract: Prohibits the manufacture of novelty lighters in the commonwealth; imposes a fine of up to $1,000 or
imprisonment for not more than 1 year for manufacturing, selling, exchanging. Storing or transporting
novelty lighters.

Title: House bill No. 4572, as changed by the House committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as
amended and passed to be engrossed by the House
Status: Reported by committee in part - see SB2360 - 04/05/2010

Title: An Act establishing a vehicle for hire law
Sponsor: John P. Fresolo

Title: A communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Office of Energy and Environmental
Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting proposed
regulations (225 CMR 14.00) to provide significant assistance to the Commonwealth in meeting its
renewable energy goals.
Sponsor: Barry R. Finegold
Status: Concurred in committee referral - 06/14/2010

Title: An Act relative to further regulating animal control
Status: Recommended new text of bill - see SB2172 - 07/30/2010

Title: Order relative to authorizing the committee on Telecommunications Utilities and Energy to make an
investigation and study of certain House documents
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities & Energy
Status: Discharged and referred to House Committee on Rules - 08/05/2010

Title: An Act relative to the collection of fines for violations of dog laws in the city of Boston
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Title: An Act relative to the collection of fines for violations of dog laws in the city of Boston
Sponsor: Angelo M. Scaccia
Status: Concurred in committee referral - 08/16/2010

Title: An Act relative to making appropriations for the fiscal years 2010 and 2011 to provide for supplementing
certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects
Status: Referred to House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading - 10/21/2010
Number: MA SB 3 - Updated (Status 05/29/2009)

Title: An Act making appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2010 for the maintenance of the departments, boards,
commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and
serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements.
Sponsor: Senate Ways and Means
Status: Printed-as-amended version - see SB2060 - 05/21/2009
Number: MA SB 18 - Updated (Text 10/13/2009)

Title:An act relative to pandemic and disaster preparation and response in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Richard T. Moore
Abstract: Amends provisions relative to declarations of public health emergencies. Upon declaring a public
health emergency, the Governor may activate the state comprehensive emergency management plan
and its associated processes; during such public health emergency, any person who renders
assistance or advice during the emergency will be protected from liability to the extent provided by the
tort claims act.
Status: New draft substituted - see SB2028 - 04/06/2009

Title: An Act concerning foster youth who remain in the care of the Department of Children and Families after
they attain eighteen years of age
Sponsor: Jennifer L. Flanagan
Abstract: Makes certain changes in provisions relative to foster children aging out of the social services system at
age eighteen, to permit these children to receive transitional services, all in accordance with federal
Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008.
Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means - 03/08/2010

Title: An Act further regulating radio frequency identification devices in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Thomas P. Kennedy

Title: An Act to regulate the sale and use of microwave ovens
Sponsor: Michael W. Morrissey
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Title:An Act relative to food produced from cloned animals
Sponsor: Robert L. Hedlund
Abstract: Requires the clear and conspicuous labeling of cloned food, as defined, whether packaged for sale,
sold over the counter, or in a restaurant by signage, tag, menu board or on a menu, as approved by the
Department of Public Health; directs said department to enforce the provisions of this act.
Status: Hearing Scheduled JEC - 05/27/2009 1:00 PM Rm. 222 - 05/22/2009

Title: An Act relative to sustainable farming protection
Sponsor: Stephen M. Brewer

Title:An Act relative to farm protection
Abstract: Directs the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) to withdraw any pending
application for US. Dept. of Agriculture National Animal Identification System funding for FY 2007, to
return any FY 2007 funding already granted, and rescind any existing agreements; directs the MDAR to
cease sending data on the commonwealth’s citizens and animal premises to the USDA national
premises information repository; directs MDAR to notify all citizens whose premises information has
been
Status: Accompanied study order - see SB2610 - 08/19/2010

Title:An Act amending the equine laws
Abstract: Includes purchasing or selling an equine in the definition of “equine activity”; requires any person who
administers drugs or medications to an equine for the purpose of deceiving a purchaser of the equine
shall serve 6 months in jail or $5000 fine or both; requires any owner of an equine who contracts with a
person to board the equine shall pay for the boarding within 45 days of receipt of the bill or forfeit
ownership of the equine.

Title: An Act relative to the creation of the Massachusetts Resources Recovery Corporation
Sponsor: Stephen Buoniconti

Title: An Act updating the animal control laws of Massachusetts
Sponsor: Patricia D. Jehlen
Abstract: Submits modifications to the animal control laws of the commonwealth; mandates the issuance of
health certificates issued by veterinarians for all animals brought, shipped or purchased in the
commonwealth; amends provisions relative to the issuance of dog licenses; amends provisions
relative to the issuance of kennel licenses; amends provisions relative to kennel inspections;
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authorizes cities and towns to enact by-laws and ordinances relative to cats and dogs; amends
provisions relative to the

Title: An Act relative to dam repair removal and replacement
Sponsor: Marc R. Pacheco

Title: An Act relative to the repair, removal and replacement of dams
Sponsor: Karen E. Spilka

Title: An Act relative to puppy mills

Title: An act relative to home health aides
Sponsor: Richard T. Moore

Title:An Act to ensure safe medication administration
Abstract: Prohibits any person other than a dentist, nurse, physician, podiatrist, perfusionist, optometrist or
veterinarian from administering a controlled substance in schedules II, III, IV, V or VI; authorizes self
administration, as defined; authorizes students of said professions to administer said controlled
substances under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.

Title: An Act establishing a board of registration in naturopathy
Status: Reported favorably as amended by Joint Committee on Health Care Financing - 06/28/2010

Title: An Act establishing the Clean Communities and Recycling Grant Program in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Robert A. O'Leary

Title: An Act relative to archaic crimes
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Sponsor: Cynthia S. Creem
Abstract: Repeals provisions which criminalize adultery, fornication, advertising or distributing products or
services which prevent pregnancy or induce miscarriage or abortion, and blasphemy; repeals
provisions which authorize punishment and arrest of tramps, as defined, and punishment and arrest of
vagrants and vagabonds, as defined, without a warrant; repeals the crime designated as a crime
against nature; imposes a maximum sentence of twenty years for committing a sex act upon an animal.
Status: Extension order filed until 5/7/2010 - 04/01/2010

Title: An act relating to the treatment of elephants

Title: An Act relative to pandemic preparation and response in the Commonwealth
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Health Care Financing
Status: Conference committee appointed - Reps. Sanchez, Grant, Evangelidis - 10/15/2009

Title: Printed as amended version of the text of the Senate amendments to the House Bill making
appropriations for the fiscal year 2010 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions,
institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond
requirements and for certain permanent improvements.
Status: Printed-as-amended version of SB3 - 05/21/2009

Title: An Act further regulating animal control
Sponsor: Senate Ethics and Rules
Status: Recommended new text of bill - see SB2120 - 09/17/2009

Title: An Act revising the interstate compact on the placement of children
Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means - 11/18/2009
Number: MA SB 2359 - Updated (New 04/02/2010)

Title: Text of Senate amendment to the House Bill prohibiting devocalization of dogs and cats
Sponsor: Senate Ethics and Rules
Status: New text of bill - see HB344 - 04/01/2010

Title: An Act relative to trusts for the care of animals
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Judiciary
Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ethics and Rules - 04/12/2010
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Maryland - Adjourned 2010 11 Bills
Number: MD HB 15 - Updated (Status 02/19/2010)
Title:Criminal Law - Dangerous Dogs - Mandatory Spaying or Neutering
Sponsor: Delegate Haddaway
Abstract: Requiring the owner of a specified dangerous dog to provide to the unit of the county or municipal
corporation that made the determination that the dog is dangerous proof that the dog has been spayed
or neutered within 30 days of receiving notice of the determination by the unit; and providing penalties
for a violation of the Act.
Status: H Unfavorable Report by Judiciary - 02/22/2010
Number: MD HB 150 - Updated (Text 01/21/2010)

Title:Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2011)
Sponsor: Speaker, The
Abstract: Making the proposed appropriations contained in the State Budget for the fiscal year ending June 30,
2011, in accordance with Article III, Section 52 of the Maryland Constitution; etc.
Status: H First Reading Appropriations - 01/20/2010
Number: MD HB 152 - Updated (Text, Status 01/21/2010)

Title: Creation of a State Debt - Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loan of 2010, and the Maryland
Consolidated Capital Bond Loans of 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009
Sponsor: Speaker, The
Abstract: Authorizing the creation of a State Debt in the amount of $1,017,575,000, the proceeds to be used for
the acquisition, building, construction, demolition, planning, renovation, conversion, replacement, and
capital equipping of specified State projects, for acquiring specified real estate and easements, and for
grants to specified subdivisions and other organizations for specified purposes, subject to the
requirement that specified grantees provide and expend specified matching funds by specified
Status: H First Reading Appropriations - 01/20/2010

Title:Criminal Law - Abuse or Neglect of Animal - Increased Penalties
Sponsor: Delegate Jeff Waldstreicher, District 18
Abstract: Increasing the penalties for specified violations concerning the abuse or neglect of animals; and
authorizing a court, as a condition of sentencing, to prohibit a defendant convicted of violating specified
animal abuse or neglect laws from future ownership of an animal.
Status: H Hearing cancelled - Hearing 3/4 at 1:00 p.m. - 02/12/2010

Title:Crimes - Child Endangerment
Sponsor: Delegate Galen R. Clagett, District 3A
Abstract: Prohibiting a parent or other person who has permanent or temporary care or custody or responsibility
for supervision of a minor from recklessly failing to act in a specified manner with respect to the child;
establishing the crime of child endangerment; specifying penalties; etc.
Status: S First Reading Judicial Proceedings - 03/27/2010
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Title: Criminal Law - Dangerous Dogs - Registration and Penalties
Sponsor: Delegate Cheryl D. Glenn, District 45
Abstract: Requiring the owner of a dangerous dog to obtain a dangerous dog registration certificate from a local
animal control unit within 10 days of a dog committing an act which renders it a dangerous dog;
requiring the owner to pay a registration fee set by the animal control unit; requiring a registration
certificate to include specified information; requiring a local animal control unit to issue a dangerous
dog registration certificate if the dog's owner provides specified satisfactory evidence;
Status: H Unfavorable Report by Judiciary - 03/24/2010
Number: MD HB 1491 - Updated (Hearing 03/17/2010)

Title: Criminal Law - Prohibited Sexual Acts - Exclusion for Private Consensual Noncommercial Adult Sexual
Activity
Sponsor: Delegate Conaway
Abstract: Providing that prohibitions against specified prohibited sexual acts do not apply to specified consensual
noncommercial sexual activity that takes place between consenting adults in private.
Status: H Hearing 3/25 at 1:00 p.m. - 03/16/2010
Number: MD HB 1521 - Updated (Hearing 03/17/2010)

Title:Criminal Law - Mistreated Animals - Seizure Requirements and Procedures
Sponsor: Delegate Shank
Abstract: Requiring the owner or custodian of an animal that is removed from a place because of mistreatment
to complete an administrative remedy offered by a local animal control agency or humane society
officer; authorizing the officer to petition the District Court for a specified disposition of the animal;
authorizing the seizure and removal of an animal from specified property or impoundment on the
property if there is probable cause to believe the animal is being mistreated; etc.
Number: MD SB 5 - Updated (Status 04/01/2010)

Title:Public Safety - Task Force on SWAT Team Activation and Deployment
Sponsor: Senator Muse
Abstract: Establishing a Task Force on SWAT Team Activation and Deployment; requiring the Governor's Office of
Crime Control and Prevention to report to the Task Force specified analyses and summaries relating to
the activation and deployment of specified SWAT teams; requiring the Task Force to annually review the
report and, based on the review, to make recommendations for and annually review regulations
establishing qualifications, standards, and prerequisites for a law enforcement officer assigned to a

Title:Criminal Law - Dangerous Dogs - Mandatory Spaying or Neutering
Sponsor: Senator Colburn
Abstract: Requiring the owner of a specified dangerous dog to provide to the unit of the county or municipal
corporation that made the determination that the dog is dangerous proof that the dog has been spayed
or neutered within 30 days of receiving notice of the determination by the unit; and providing penalties
for a violation of the Act.
Status: S Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings - 03/01/2010
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Title: Criminal Law - Leaving Dogs Outside and Unattended by Use of Restraint - Restricted Hours and
Conditions
Sponsor: Senator Stone
Abstract: Prohibiting a person from leaving a dog outside and unattended by use of a specified restraint during a
specified time period or during a snow emergency declared by the Maryland State Police; and
establishing penalties for a violation of the Act.
Status: S Favorable Report Rejected (19-27) - Second Reading Failed - 04/05/2010
Maine - Adjourned 2009-10 37 Bills

Number: ME LD 9 - Updated (Status 03/26/2009)
Title:An Act To Prohibit the Force-feeding of Birds
Sponsor: Representative Alan Casavant
Abstract: This bill makes force-feeding birds in order to produce the food product known as foie gras a civil
violation.
Status: (S) Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD) - 03/25/2009
Number: ME LD 45 - Updated (Text 05/12/2009)

Title: An Act To Make Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government
and To Change Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government
for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2009
Sponsor: Representative Emily Cain

Title: Resolve, To Review and Update Sales Tax Exemptions for Products Purchased for Agricultural Use

Title: An Act Regarding the Placement of Bait To Attract Wild Animals or Birds for Hunting
Sponsor: Representative Ralph Sarty

Title: An Act To Extend the Season for Training Hunting Dogs
Sponsor: Senator Troy Jackson

Title: An Act To Create the Support Animal Welfare Registration Plate
Sponsor: Senator John Nutting

Title: An Act Pertaining to the Possession of Animal Fighting Paraphernalia
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Sponsor: Representative Richard Wagner
Abstract: This bill makes possession of animal fighting paraphernalia a Class C crime. It also changes the
crime of viewing animal fighting from a Class D crime to a Class C crime.
Status: (H) Speaker laid before the House Subsequently, the motion to RECEDE and CONCUR FAILED . ROLL
CALL NO. 111 (Yeas 49 - Nays 97 - Absent 5 - Excused 0) On motion of Representative HASKELL of
Portland, The House ADHERED to ACCEPTANCE of the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report. ORDERED
SENT FORTHWITH. Placed in the Legislative Files. ( DEAD ) - 05/26/2009

Title: An Act To Ensure That the Money Received from the Surcharge on Registration of Pet Food Is Used for
the Sterilization of Animals
Sponsor: Senator Gerald Davis

Title: An Act To Create a Large Game Shooting Area in Piscataquis County
Sponsor: Representative John Tuttle

Title: An Act To Change the Classification of Certain Waters of the State
Sponsor: Representative Jane Eberle

Title:An Act Regarding the Regulation of Agricultural Composting Operations
Abstract: This bill requires commercial agricultural composting operations to register with the Department of
Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources and directs the Commissioner of Agriculture, Food and Rural
Resources to adopt rules concerning best management practices for commercial agricultural
composting operations. It authorizes the commissioner or the commissioner's designee to enter the
premises of a commercial agricultural composting operation to inspect for compliance with best
management
Status: (H) Speaker laid before the House Subsequently, the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report was
ACCEPTED . ROLL CALL NO. 143 (Yeas 95 - Nays 54 - Absent 2 - Excused 0) In concurrence.
ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH. Placed in the Legislative Files. ( DEAD ) - 05/29/2009

Title:An Act To Create an Animal Welfare Trailer License Plate
Sponsor: Senator Debra Plowman
Abstract: This bill establishes a specialty license plate for trailers to support animal welfare. The registration and
renewal fees would support the Animal Welfare Fund, which helps support the expenses of furnishing
animal license blanks, stickers and tags, travel expenses and salaries for animal welfare personnel,
costs and payments to animal shelters and other expenses necessary in the administration of the laws
concerning animal welfare.
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Title: An Act To Provide Representation for Dog Clubs on the Animal Welfare Advisory Council
Sponsor: Senator Richard Nass

Title:An Act Regarding Nuisance Beaver
Abstract: Under current law, a municipality that wishes to remove a nuisance beaver must hire an animal control
agent licensed by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to trap the nuisance beaver. This bill
requires the Commissioner of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to authorize a municipality to remove
nuisance beaver by hunting if the municipality demonstrates that beaver-related activities have
repeatedly jeopardized the integrity of a public road.

Title: Resolve, Directing the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources To Develop
Recommendations for Licensing Equine Boarding Facilities

Title: An Act To Recognize Maine Youth Camps
Sponsor: Senator Joseph Brannigan

Title: An Act To Authorize the Employment of Animal Control Officers by Animal Shelters
Sponsor: Representative Richard Cleary

Title:An Act To Ban the Hunting of Animals in Enclosed Areas
Sponsor: Representative Alan Casavant
Abstract: This bill repeals the law that permits the establishment, operation and use of commercial large game
shooting areas. This bill also removes the exemption in the animal cruelty laws of persons operating or
hunting in such areas, thus making it a Class D crime to operate or hunt in those areas.

Title: Resolve, Directing the Commissioner of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources To Develop Best
Management Practices for Poultry Production
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Title: An Act To Create a Moratorium on the Open-air Production of Genetically Engineered Pharmaceutical
Crops in Maine
Sponsor: Representative Benjamin Pratt

Title: An Act To Amend Certain Provisions of Fish and Wildlife Laws
Sponsor: Senator Bruce Bryant

Title:An Act To Expand Turkey Hunting Opportunities
Sponsor: Representative John Piotti
Abstract: This bill amends the wild turkey hunting laws as follows.1. It requires the Commissioner of Inland
Fisheries and Wildlife to establish and set the bag limit for the fall and spring seasons at 2 wild turkeys
per permit holder per season.2. It requires the Commissioner of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to issue
upon application a complimentary wild turkey hunting permit to a person holding a valid junior hunting
license.3. It exempts a wild turkey harvested by a junior hunter during a youth wild

Title:An Act To Allow Licensed Kennel Owners To Vaccinate Their Own Dogs
Sponsor: Senator Troy Jackson
Abstract: This bill authorizes a kennel owner to purchase vaccinations from a licensed veterinarian and to
vaccinate the kennel owner's own dogs under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Title: An Act To Limit Liability for Certain Noncommercial Aviation Activities

Title: An Act Pertaining to the Breeding and Selling of Dogs and Cats

Title:An Act To Clarify the Definition of "Employee" in the Employment Security Law
Sponsor: Senator Lisa Marraché
Abstract: This bill exempts licensed cosmetologists, massage therapists and manicurists who operate within an
establishment owned by another under a booth rental agreement or other rental agreement from the
definition of employment for purposes of unemployment compensation law.
Status: (S) Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.6 Placed in Legislative Files ( DEAD ). - 04/15/2009
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Title:An Act To Increase the Penalty for Keeping a Dangerous Dog That Harms a Domesticated Animal
Sponsor: Representative Howard McFadden
Abstract: This bill allows a court to order that a dangerous dog be euthanized if that dog has killed, maimed or
inflicted serious bodily injury upon a domesticated animal.

Title: An Act To Prohibit Cruel Confinement of Calves Raised for Veal and Sows during Gestation

Title:An Act To Exempt Cleaning Products for Milking Machines from the Sales Tax
Sponsor: Representative Philip Curtis
Abstract: This bill extends the exemption from the sales and use tax for products used in animal agriculture to
products used to clean milking machines.

Title:An Act To Ensure Humane Dog and Cat Breeding in the State
Sponsor: Representative Sara Stevens
Abstract: This bill amends the definition of "breeding kennel" to include any location where dogs or cats capable
of breeding are kept and one or more dogs or cats are sold. It increases the fee for licensing a dog that
has not been spayed or neutered. It restricts the number of adult female dogs or cats capable of
breeding that can be kept at a breeding kennel to 10. It establishes a license fee for breeding kennels
that is based on the number of adult female dogs or cats capable of breeding kept at the
Status: (S) Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.6 Placed in Legislative Files ( DEAD ). - 03/31/2009

Title:An Act To Modernize the Tax Laws and Provide over $75,000,000 to Residents of the State in Tax Relief
Sponsor: Representative John Piotti
Abstract: This bill reforms the State's tax structure and reduces the burden of taxes on residents of the State. The
bill contains the following provisions.Part A makes fundamental changes to simplify and reduce the
burden of the State's income tax and create an income tax that is intended to be more beneficial to
investment and economic growth in the State. The current structure of 4 tax brackets, personal
exemptions and deductions is replaced by a flat rate of 6.5% on all taxable income. The
Status: (H) The House RECEDED and CONCURRED to INDEFINITELY POSTPONING the Bill and
accompanying papers. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH. Placed in the Legislative Files. ( DEAD ) -
06/12/2009

Title: An Act Concerning Technical Changes to the Tax Laws
Sponsor: Representative Thomas Watson
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Title: An Act To Amend the Animal Welfare Laws
Sponsor: Representative Wendy Pieh

Title:An Act To Amend State Dog Licensing Laws
Abstract: This bill repeals licensing requirements for an individual dog and institutes a $5 surcharge per dose on
all rabies vaccines, to be paid by a distributor that sells rabies vaccines in this State and deposited in
the Animal Welfare Fund. The commissioner is directed to adopt rules to implement the animal welfare
surcharge as established in the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 7, section 3916-A. The certificate of
rabies vaccination acts as a license. This bill also reduces the kennel license fee

Title:An Act To Reform and Lower Maine Taxes
Sponsor: Representative Patsy Crockett
Abstract: This bill implements tax reform in the following areas.PART AThis Part allows persons eligible for
benefits under the Maine Residents Property Tax Program, also known as the Circuitbreaker Program,
to file for a refundable credit using the individual income tax form.PART BThis Part affects individual
income taxes by decreasing the top rate from 8.5% to 7.5%, conforming the personal exemption to the
federal personal exemption and increasing the earned income tax credit from 5% to 20% over a

Title: An Act To Broaden and Increase the Sales Tax, Increase the Earned Income Tax Credit and Amend the
Application Process for the Circuitbreaker Program
Sponsor: Representative Thomas Watson
Abstract: Part A broadens the sales tax base by adding amusement, entertainment and recreation services and
including certain prepared foods, such as candy, potato chips and bakery products. This bill also
increases the general sales tax rate from 5% to 6% and the sales tax on prepared food and lodging
from 7% to 8%.Part B increases the state earned income credit from 5% to 25% of the federal credit and
provides that the state earned income credit is fully refundable.Part C amends the Maine Residents

Title: An Act To Align Education Laws with Certain Federal Laws
Sponsor: Senator Bill Diamond
Michigan 2009-10 63 Bills

Number: MI HB 4116 - Updated (Hearing 03/02/2009)
Title: Agriculture; other; technology preference; clarify, and eliminate loan function. Amends title & secs. 2, 2a
& 3 of 2000 PA 322 (MCL 285.302 et seq.). Documents
Sponsor: Terry Brown
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Abstract: To amend 2000 PA 322, entitled "Julian-Stille value-added act," by amending the title and sections 2, 2a,
and 3 (MCL 285.302, 285.302a, and 285.303), the title and section 2 as amended by 2006 PA 423 and
section 2a as added by 2006 PA 424.
Status: printed bill filed 01/23/2009 - 01/23/2009
Number: MI HB 4157 - Updated (Status 02/06/2009)

Sponsor: Jeff Mayes

Title: Animals; other; methods of use for euthanizing animals; clarify. Amends 1919 PA 339 (MCL 287.261 -
287.290) by adding sec. 19c. Documents
Sponsor: Rick Jones
Abstract: To amend 1919 PA 339, entitled "Dog law of 1919," (MCL 287.261 to 287.290) by adding section 19c.

Title: Environmental protection; solid waste; placement of mercury in landfills or incinerators; prohibit except
for under limited circumstances and require labeling of mercury-added products. Amends secs. 11503,
11514 & 11539 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.11503 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4278'09 Documents
Sponsor: Pam Byrnes
Abstract: To amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending
sections 11503, 11514, 11527a, and 11539 (MCL 324.11503, 324.11514, 324.11527a, and 324.11539),
section 11503 as amended by 2007 PA 212, section 11514 as amended by 2008 PA 394, and section
11527a as added by 2004 PA 42.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS -
04/23/2009

Title: Property tax; personal property; equipment used by farmer-owned cooperatives; exempt. Amends sec. 9
of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.9). Documents
Sponsor: Goeff Hansen
Abstract: To amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 9 (MCL 211.9), as
amended by 2008 PA 337.

Title: Income tax; deductions; initial angel investment minimum requirement; revise. Amends sec. 30 of 1967
PA 281 (MCL 206.30). Documents
Sponsor: Robert Jones
Abstract: To amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as
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Title: Income tax; deductions; initial angel investment minimum requirement; revise. Amends sec. 30 of 1967
PA 281 (MCL 206.30). Documents
Sponsor: Ed Clemente
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY REFORM -
03/17/2009

Title: Environmental protection; solid waste; plan contents; revise, and require recycling reports. Amends
secs. 11503, 11506, 11507a, 11521, 11539, 11541 & 11547 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.11503 et seq.).
Documents
Sponsor: Rebekah Warren
sections 11503, 11506, 11507a, 11521, 11539, 11541, and 11547 (MCL 324.11503, 324.11506,
324.11507a, 324.11521, 324.11539, 324.11541, and 324.11547), sections 11503 and 11506 as
amended and section 11521 as added by 2007 PA 212, section 11507a as amended by 2004 PA 39,
section 11541 as amended by 1996 PA 358, and section 11547 as amended by 1998 PA 466.

Title: Income tax; checkoff; boy scouts of Michigan fund; provide for. Amends sec. 435 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL
206.435). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4395'09 Documents
Sponsor: Paul Opsommer
Status: recommendation concurred in - 04/01/2009

Title: Vehicles; off-road; operation of an ATV on a nondesignated trail by a person over 60 years of age or a
person with a disability; allow. Amends sec. 81133 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.81133). Documents
Sponsor: Joel Sheltrown
section 81133 (MCL 324.81133), as amended by 2008 PA 365.

Title: Appropriations; agriculture; department of agriculture; provide for fiscal year 2009-2010. Creates
appropriation act. Documents
Sponsor: John Espinoza
Abstract: To make appropriations for the department of agriculture for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010;
to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to create funds; to provide for the imposition of fees;
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to require reports, audits, and plans; to authorize certain transfers by certain state agencies; and to
provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by certain state agencies.

Title: Criminal procedure; sex offender registration; crime of sodomy; specify sodomy of an animal for
inclusion in sex offender registration requirements. Amends sec. 2 of 1994 PA 295 (MCL 28.722).
Documents
Sponsor: Rick Jones
Abstract: To amend 1994 PA 295, entitled "Sex offenders registration act," by amending section 2 (MCL 28.722),
as amended by 2005 PA 301.

Title: Animals; dogs; penalties for violation of the dog law; increase. Amends sec. 26 of 1919 PA 339 (MCL
287.286). Documents
Sponsor: Eileen Kowall
Abstract: To amend 1919 PA 339, entitled "Dog law of 1919," by amending section 26 (MCL 287.286).

Title: Animals; other; methods of use for euthanizing animals; clarify. Amends 1919 PA 339 (MCL 287.261 -
287.290) by adding sec. 19c. Documents
Sponsor: Fred Miller
Abstract: To amend 1919 PA 339, entitled "Dog law of 1919," (MCL 287.261 to 287.290) by adding section 19c.
Number: MI HB 5127 - Updated (Text 10/21/2009)

Title: Agriculture; animals; establishment of care standards; provide for certain animals and create remedies.
Amends 1988 PA 466 (MCL 287.701 - 287.745) by adding sec. 46. Documents
Sponsor: Mike Simpson
Abstract: To amend 1988 PA 466, entitled "Animal industry act," (MCL 287.701 to 287.745) by adding section 46.
Status: assigned PA 117'09 - 10/15/2009

Title: Agriculture; animals; animal care advisory council; create. Amends sec. 3 of 1988 PA 466 (MCL
287.703) & adds sec. 7a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5127'09 Documents
Sponsor: Jeff Mayes
Abstract: To amend 1988 PA 466, entitled "Animal industry act," by amending section 3 (MCL 287.703), as
amended by 2002 PA 458, and by adding section 7a.
Status: re-referred to Committee on Agriculture - 10/15/2009

Title: Animals; dogs; counties to enact animal control ordinances; allow. Amends sec. 29a of 1919 PA 339
(MCL 287.289a). Documents
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Abstract: To amend 1919 PA 339, entitled "Dog law of 1919," by amending section 29a (MCL 287.289a).

Title: Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of recording, baiting, or
shooting an animal; enact. Amends sec. 16b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16b). TIE BAR WITH:
HB 5186'09 Documents
Sponsor: Pam Byrnes
Abstract: To amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16b of chapter
XVII (MCL 777.16b), as amended by 2008 PA 562.

Title: Crimes; animals; penalties for engaging, soliciting, or possessing items that depict animal fighting;
provide for. Amends sec. 49 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.49) & adds sec. 49a. Documents
Sponsor: Pam Byrnes
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 49 (MCL 750.49), as
amended by 2006 PA 129, and by adding section 49a.

Title: Income tax; income; compensation earned by the spouse of an individual called into active duty; deduct
from taxable income. Amends sec. 30 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30). Documents
Status: referred to second reading - 11/10/2009

Title: Crimes; animals; forfeiture of real property used in the commission of animal fighting; allow. Amends
sec. 4702 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.4702). Documents
Abstract: To amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 4702 (MCL
600.4702), as amended by 2002 PA 142.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY - 03/09/2010

Title: Crimes; animals; racketeering statute; include animal fighting as predicate offense and revise certain in
rem forfeiture provisions. Amends secs. 159g, 159m & 159q of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.159g et seq.).
Documents
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 159g (MCL
750.159g), as amended by 2009 PA 82.

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Title: Crimes; animals; ownership or possession of nonhuman primates as pets; prohibit under certain
circumstances and provide penalty. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 70a.
Documents
Sponsor: Andrew Kandrevas
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section
70a.
Status: recommendation concurred in - 03/24/2010
Number: MI HB 5882 - Updated (Text, Status 10/29/2010)

Title: Appropriations; human services; department of human services; provide for fiscal year 2010-2011.
Creates appropriation act. Documents
Sponsor: Dudley Spade
Abstract: To make appropriations for the department of human services and certain state purposes related to
public welfare services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011; to provide for the expenditure of
the appropriations; to create funds; to provide for the imposition of fees; to provide for reports; to provide
for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agency; and to provide for the powers
and duties of certain individuals, local governments, and state departments,
Status: assigned PA 190'10 with immediate effect - 11/04/2010

Title: Animals; other; euthanizing dogs and cats by class B dealers registered with the department of
agriculture; require use of certain commercially prepared solution. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL
333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 7333b. Documents
Sponsor: Rick Jones
Abstract: To amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section
7333b.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE AND BIOECONOMY - 09/23/2010

Title: Animals; other; euthanizing dogs and cats at animal control shelters and animal protection shelters;
require use of certain commercially prepared solution. Amends 1969 PA 287 (MCL 287.331 - 287.340)
by adding sec. 8b. Documents
Sponsor: Fred Miller
Abstract: To amend 1969 PA 287, entitled "An act to regulate pet shops, animal control shelters, and animal
protection shelters; to establish uniform procedures and minimum requirements for adoption of dogs,
cats, and ferrets; and to prescribe penalties and civil fines and to provide remedies," (MCL 287.331 to
287.340) by adding section 8b.

Title: Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for obtaining service or property by
fraud or deception; enact. Amends sec. 16o, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16o). TIE BAR WITH: HB
6228'10 Documents
Sponsor: Roy Schmidt
Abstract: To amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16o of chapter
XVII (MCL 777.16o), as amended by 2004 PA 457.
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Title: Income tax; checkoff; donation to the Michigan firefighter training council; provide for check-off option.
Amends sec. 435 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.435). Documents
Sponsor: Tory Rocca

Title: Environmental protection; other; geological mapping and resource evaluation functions; transfer from
department of natural resources and environment to western Michigan university. Amends secs. 60101,
60102, 60103, 60104, 60105, 60106, 60107, 60108, 62501 & 63101 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.60101 et
seq.) & repeals sec. 50 of 1846 RS 60 (MCL 322.350). Documents
Sponsor: Michael Lahti
sections 60101, 60102, 60103, 60104, 60105, 60106, 60107, 60108, 62501, and 63101 (MCL
324.60101, 324.60102, 324.60103, 324.60104, 324.60105, 324.60106, 324.60107, 324.60108,
324.62501, and 324.63101), sections 60101, 60102, 60103, 60104, 60105, 60106, 60107, and 60108
as added by 1995 PA 57, section 62501 as amended by 1998 PA 467, and section 63101 as amended
by 2004 PA 449; and to repeal acts and
Number: MI HB 6494 - Updated (New 10/01/2010)

Title: Health; pharmaceuticals; access to MAPS program for prescribers; provide for under certain
circumstances. Amends sec. 7333a of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7333a). Documents
Sponsor: Kevin Elsenheimer
Abstract: To amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7333a (MCL 333.7333a), as
added by 2001 PA 231.
Number: MI HR 210 - Updated (New 02/24/2010)

Title: A resolution to declare February 23, 2010, as Spay Day in the state of Michigan. Documents (gray icons
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Status: adopted - 02/23/2010
Number: MI SB 10 - Updated (Text 06/10/2009)

Title: Natural resources; wildlife; taking of raptors for falconry; require department to issue an order
establishing season. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 40107b.
Documents
Sponsor: Randy Richardville
Abstract: To amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to
324.90106) by adding section 40107b.
Status: ASSIGNED PA 0036'09 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT - 06/09/2009
Number: MI SB 16 - Updated (New 01/15/2009)

Title: Income tax; deductions; contributions to long-term health care savings account; provide for deduction.
Amends sec. 30 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0015'09 Documents
Sponsor: Bill Hardiman
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY - 01/14/2009

Title: Businesses; professional corporations; formation of professional corporations by physician groups or
physician and physician's assistant groups; allow. Amends secs. 2 & 4 of 1962 PA 192 (MCL 450.222 &
450.224). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0026'09, SB 0028'09 Documents
Sponsor: Tony Stamas
Abstract: To amend 1962 PA 192, entitled "Professional service corporation act," by amending sections 2 and 4
(MCL 450.222 and 450.224), section 2 as amended by 1998 PA 48 and section 4 as amended by 2000
PA 335.

Title: Businesses; limited liability companies; formation of limited liability companies by physician groups or
physician and physician's assistant groups; allow. Amends secs. 902 & 904 of 1993 PA 23 (MCL
450.4902 & 450.4904). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0026'09, SB 0027'09 Documents
Sponsor: Tony Stamas
Abstract: To amend 1993 PA 23, entitled "Michigan limited liability company act," by amending sections 902 and
904 (MCL 450.4902 and 450.4904), section 902 as amended by 1997 PA 52 and section 904 as
Number: MI SB 134 - Updated (Status 01/28/2010)

Sponsor: Gerald Van Woerkom
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Status: re-referred to Committee on Agriculture - 01/27/2010
Number: MI SB 135 - Updated (Text, Status 05/21/2009)

Title: Vehicles; registration plates; specialty plate for Michigan humane society; create. Amends sec. 811e of
1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.811e) & adds sec. 811r. Documents
Sponsor: John Pappageorge
Abstract: To amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 811e (MCL 257.811e), as
amended by 2006 PA 562, and by adding section 811r.
Status: referred to Committee on Transportation - 05/20/2009

Title: Environmental protection; water pollution; CAFOs; require licensing of animal waste handlers and use
of manifests. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding pt. 86. Documents
Sponsor: Glenn Anderson
Abstract: To amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to
324.90106) by adding part 86.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE - 01/29/2009

Title: Natural resources; wetlands; permit program; surrender federal delegation. Amends secs. 30104b,
30301, 30302, 30304, 30305, 30307, 30308, 30309, 30310, 30311, 30313, 30317, 30321 & 30323 of
1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30104b et seq.) & repeals secs. 30303, 30306, 30306b, 30312, 30313b to
30316, 30318 to 30320 & 30322 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30303 et seq.). Documents
Sponsor: Roger Kahn
sections 30104b, 30301, 30302, 30304, 30305, 30307, 30308, 30309, 30310, 30311, 30313, 30317,
30321, and 30323 (MCL 324.30104b, 324.30301, 324.30302, 324.30304, 324.30305, 324.30307,
324.30308, 324.30309, 324.30310, 324.30311, 324.30313, 324.30317, 324.30321, and 324.30323),
section 30104b as added by 2006 PA 592, sections 30301 and 30305 as amended by 2003 PA 14,
sections 30302, 30308, 30309, 30310,
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS -
02/04/2009

Title: Labor; fair employment practices; whistleblowers' provision; extend to health care employees. Amends
Sponsor: Deborah Cherry
Abstract: To amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 20180 (MCL 333.20180), as

Title: Local government; authorities; recreational authorities act; revise to include school districts. Amends
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Sponsor: John Gleason
Abstract: To amend 2000 PA 321, entitled "Recreational authorities act," by amending section 3 (MCL 123.1133),
Status: returned to Senate - 05/26/2009

Title: Appropriations; zero budget; department of human services; provide for fiscal year 2009-2010. Creates
Sponsor: Bill Hardiman
Abstract: To make appropriations for the department of human services and certain state purposes related to
public welfare services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010; to provide for the expenditure of
the appropriations; to create funds; to provide for the imposition of fees; to provide for reports; to provide
for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agency; and to provide for the powers
and duties of certain individuals, local governments, and state departments,
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS - 02/09/2010

Title: Appropriations; agriculture; department of agriculture; provide for fiscal year 2009-2010. Creates
Sponsor: Martha Scott
Abstract: To make appropriations for the department of agriculture for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010;
to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to create funds; to provide for the imposition of fees;
to require reports, audits, and plans; to authorize certain transfers by certain state agencies; and to
provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by certain state agencies.

Title: Appropriations; higher education; higher education; provide for fiscal year 2009-2010. Creates
Sponsor: Michael Switalski
Abstract: To make appropriations for the state institutions of higher education and certain state purposes related
to education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010; to provide for the expenditure of those
appropriations; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, institutions,
agencies, employees, and officers.
Number: MI SB 387 - Updated (Text, Status 06/19/2009)

Title: Probate; trusts; Michigan trust code; enact. Amends secs. 1103, 1104, 1105, 1106, 1107, 1201, 1209,
1210, 1212, 1214, 1308, 1403, 1507, 2501, 2504, 2511, 2519, 2705, 2722, 2901, 2904, 2907, 3104,
3403, 3703, 3705, 3713, 3715, 3801, 3803, 3805, 3914, 3915, 5407, 5421, 6101, 7101, 7102, 7103,
7104, 7105, 7201, 7202, 7203, 7204, 7205, 7206, 7207, 7301, 7302, 7303, 7304, 7305, 7401, 7402,
7403, 7404, 7405, 7406, 7407, 7410, 7501, 7502, 7503, 7504, 7505, 7506, 7507 & 7508 of 1998 PA 386
(MCL 700.1103 et seq.); amends heading of art. VII & headings of pts. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 of art. VII of 1998 PA
386 (MCL 700.1101 - 700.8102); adds secs. 7107, 7108, 7109, 7110, 7111, 7112, 7113, 7208, 7209,
7210, 7211, 7411, 7412, 7413, 7414, 7415, 7416, 7417, 8201, 8202, 8204 & 8206; adds pts. 6, 7, 8 & 9
to art. VII & repeals secs. 7306 to 7308, 7408, 7409 & 7509 to 7511 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.7306 et
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seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0383'09, SB 0384'09, SB 0385'09, SB 0386'09 Documents
Sponsor: Alan Cropsey
Abstract: To amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and protected individuals code," by amending sections 1103,
1104, 1105, 1106, 1107, 1201, 1209, 1210, 1212, 1214, 1308, 1403, 1507, 2501, 2504, 2511, 2519,
2705, 2722, 2901, 2904, 2907, 3104, 3403, 3703, 3705, 3713, 3715, 3801, 3803, 3805, 3914, 3915,
5407, 5421, 6101, 7101, 7102, 7103, 7104, 7105, 7201, 7202, 7203, 7204, 7205, 7206, 7207, 7301,
7302, 7303, 7304, 7305, 7401, 7402, 7403, 7404, 7405, 7406, 7407, 7410, 7501, 7502, 7503, 7504,
7505, 7506,
Number: MI SB 437 - Updated (Hearing 09/18/2010)

Title: Environmental protection; cleanups; clean-up standards; provide for. Amends secs. 20101 & 20120a of
1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20101 & 324.20120a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6360'10, HB 6363'10, SB 1345'10, SB
1346'10, SB 1348'10 Documents
Sponsor: Jason Allen
sections 20126 and 20126a (MCL 324.20126 and 324.20126a), section 20126 as amended by 1999
PA 196 and section 20126a as added by 1995 PA 71, and by adding section 20114e.
Status: referred to Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life - 08/18/2010

Title:Health; occupations; employee accommodation act; create. Creates new act. Documents
Sponsor: Roger Kahn
Abstract: To provide standards for personnel policies to protect and accommodate the right of health care
providers who object to providing or participating in certain health care services under certain
circumstances; to provide for protection from certain liability; and to prescribe penalties and provide
remedies.

Title: Crimes; controlled substances; purchase, sale, possession, or use of salvia; prohibit, and provide
penalties. Amends secs. 7212, 7403 & 7404 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7212 et seq.). Documents
Sponsor: Bruce Patterson
Abstract: To amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 7212, 7403, and 7404
(MCL 333.7212, 333.7403, and 333.7404), as amended by 2002 PA 710.

Title: Income tax; checkoff; contribution designation for autism research fund; establish. Amends sec. 435 of
1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.435). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0177'09 Documents
Sponsor: Samuel Thomas
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE - 06/11/2009
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Title: Income tax; deductions; certain severance payments from taxable income; provide for. Amends sec. 30
of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30). Documents
Sponsor: Nancy Cassis

Title: Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crimes of recording or
possessing recording of or item depicting an animal fight and of possessing an animal in violation of a
court order; provide for. Amends sec. 16b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16b). TIE BAR WITH: SB
1122'10, SB 1124'10 Documents
Sponsor: Jim Barcia
Abstract: To amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16b of chapter
XVII (MCL 777.16b), as amended by 2008 PA 562.

Title: Crimes; animals; prohibition of certain individuals convicted of animal cruelty offenses from owning
animals for certain period; provide for. Amends title & sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).
Documents
Sponsor: Jim Barcia
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending the title and section 50b (MCL
750.50b), the title as amended by 2005 PA 105 and section 50b as amended by 2008 PA 339.

Title: Crimes; animals; forfeiture of animals when owner is convicted of animal cruelty; require. Amends
secs. 50 & 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50 & 750.50b). Documents
Sponsor: Roger Kahn
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 50 and 50b (MCL
750.50 and 750.50b), section 50 as amended by 2007 PA 152 and section 50b as amended by 2008
PA 339.

Title: Crimes; animals; recording or possessing a recording of, or an item depicting, an animal fight; prohibit
and provide penalties. Amends sec. 49 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.49). Documents
Sponsor: Roger Kahn
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 49 (MCL 750.49), as

Title: Family law; marriage and divorce; no-fault divorces; eliminate under certain circumstances. Amends
secs. 6 & 7 of 1846 RS 84 (MCL 552.6 & 552.7). Documents
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Sponsor: Michelle McManus
Abstract: To amend 1846 RS 84, entitled "Of divorce," by amending sections 6 and 7 (MCL 552.6 and 552.7).

Title: Crimes; animals; forfeiture of real property used in the commission of animal fighting; allow. Amends
Sponsor: Raymond Basham
600.4702), as amended by 2002 PA 142.

Title: Civil procedure; civil actions; property on which animal fighting is conducted; declare to be a nuisance.
Amends sec. 3801 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.3801). Documents
Sponsor: Bruce Patterson
600.3801), as amended by 1988 PA 2.

Title: Crimes; animals; racketeering statute; include animal fighting as predicate offense and revise certain in
rem forfeiture provisions. Amends secs. 159g, 159m & 159q of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.159g et seq.).
Documents
Sponsor: Raymond Basham
Abstract: To amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 159g, 159m, and
159q (MCL 750.159g, 750.159m, and 750.159q), section 159g as amended by 2002 PA 124 and
sections 159m and 159q as added by 1995 PA 187.

Title: Property tax; classification; appeal from state tax commission determination of classification; permit.
Amends sec. 34c of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.34c). Documents
Sponsor: Nancy Cassis
Abstract: To amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 34c (MCL 211.34c),

Title: Income tax; checkoff; donations to the "imagine fund"; provide check-off option. Amends sec. 435 of
1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.435). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1438'10 Documents
Sponsor: Tupac Hunter
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Title: Education; facilities; siting of a school at environmentally hazardous area; require cleanup, notice, and
monitoring. Amends sec. 20101 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20101) & adds secs. 20121 & 20122.
Documents
section 20101 (MCL 324.20101), as amended by 1996 PA 383, and by adding sections 20121 and
20122.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION - 09/21/2010

Title: Animals; other; regulation of commercial dog and cat breeders; implement. Creates new act.
Documents
Abstract: To regulate commercial dog and cat breeders; to provide for licensing of commercial dog and cat
breeders; to prescribe civil sanctions and provide penalties; and to provide for the disposition of civil
fines.
Number: MI SR 27 - Updated (Text, Status 01/22/2010)

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Sponsor: Irma Clark-Coleman
Status: ADOPTED - 01/21/2010
Minnesota - Adjourned 2009-10 151 Bills

Number: MN HF 53 - Updated (Status 04/08/2009)
Title: Pharmacy practice provision changed in administering influenza vaccines.
Sponsor: Murphy, E.
Abstract: Pharmacy practice provision changed in administering influenza vaccines.
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Status: Division action, to pass and return to Health Care and Human Services Policy and Oversight -
04/03/2009

Title: Dog owners required to take responsible dog owner classes and pass certain tests, and database
required.
Sponsor: Lesch
Abstract: Dog owners required to take responsible dog owner classes and pass certain tests, and database
required.
Status: Referred by Chair to Crime Victims/Criminal Records Division - 02/10/2009

Title: Agricultural products for purposes of property taxation definition expanded.
Sponsor: Otremba
Abstract: Agricultural products for purposes of property taxation definition expanded.
Status: Referred by Chair to Property and Local Sales Tax Division - 02/06/2009

Title: Pet sales exempted from sales taxes.
Sponsor: Garofalo
Abstract: Pet sales exempted from sales taxes.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Taxes - 01/15/2009

Title: Agricultural property tax law modified, and certain property classification requirements changed.
Sponsor: Faust
Abstract: Agricultural property tax law modified, and certain property classification requirements changed.
Status: Recalled by Chair Finance - 03/18/2009

Title:Dog and cat breeder standards of care provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Tillberry
Abstract: HF253 FIRST ENGROSSMENT Dog and cat breeder standards of care provided, and money
appropriated. Sec. 1: Language provided. Sec. 2: Commercial dog and cat breeder licensing
requirements established, and inspection procedures provided. /> Sec. 3: Care standards established.
Sec. 4: Investigations authorized upon receipt of a formal complaint. /> Sec. 5: Animal seizure
authorized. Sec. 6: Civil enforcement procedures provided. Sec. 7: Penalties provided. /> Sec. 8:
Appropriation; dog and cat
Status: Author added Ward - 02/16/2010

Title: Mini truck titling, registration, and operation regulated.
Sponsor: Westrom
Abstract: Mini truck titling, registration, and operation regulated.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation and Transit Policy and Oversight Division -
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01/26/2009

Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified, and new property tax law classification established for
preservation and legacy land.
Sponsor: Kalin
Abstract: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified, and new property tax law classification established for
preservation and legacy land.
Status: Author added Bunn - 03/02/2009

Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified.
Sponsor: Demmer
Abstract: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified.
Status: Referred by Chair to Agriculture, Rural Economies and Veterans Affairs Finance Division - 01/29/2009

Title: Federal update provided relating to income, corporate franchise, and property taxation; green acres
program modified; rural preserve property tax program created; and reports required.
Sponsor: Lenczewski
Abstract: Chapter No. 12 HF392 FOURTH ENGROSSMENT Internal Revenue Code federal update provided, and
net income and payment of corporate franchise tax refunds computation modified. Article 1: Federal
update provided. Sec. 1: Internal Revenue Code language modified. Sec. 2: Net income language
modified. /> Sec. 3: Federal taxable income additions provision language modified. /> Sec. 4: Corporate
federal taxable income additions provision language modified. Sec. 5: Modifications decreasing federal
taxable
Status: Secretary of State Chapter 12 04/03/09 - 04/03/2009
Number: MN HF 394 - Updated (New 01/29/2009)

Title: Farm machinery definition expanded, and construction and other materials used in livestock farming
operations exempted.
Sponsor: Urdahl
Abstract: Farm machinery definition expanded, and construction and other materials used in livestock farming
operations exempted.

Title: Board of Animal Health prior appropriation modified to allow certain payments.
Sponsor: Olin
Abstract: Board of Animal Health prior appropriation modified to allow certain payments.
Status: House rule 4.20, interim disposition of bills, returned to Finance - 05/18/2009

Title: Open lot agreement deadline extended.
Sponsor: Drazkowski
Abstract: Open lot agreement deadline extended.
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Abstract: Open lot agreement deadline extended.
Status: Author added Shimanski - 02/09/2009

Title: Minnesota Hope Act implemented, and state policy for stem cell research established.
Sponsor: Dean
Abstract: Minnesota Hope Act implemented, and state policy for stem cell research established.
Status: Author added Abeler - 02/19/2009

Title: All-terrain vehicle registration exemptions modified, and nonresident all-terrain vehicle operators
required to possess a state trail pass.
Sponsor: Hackbarth
Abstract: All-terrain vehicle registration exemptions modified, and nonresident all-terrain vehicle operators
required to possess a state trail pass.
Status: Referred by Chair to Environment and Natural Resources Finance Division - 03/23/2009

Title: Periodic sunset and evaluation of state agencies provided.
Sponsor: Kohls
Abstract: Periodic sunset and evaluation of state agencies provided.
Status: Authors added Peppin and Beard - 02/05/2009

Title: Health occupations provisions modified for chiropractors, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, physician
assistants, psychologists, nutritionists, and social work; dental therapists and oral health practitioners
licensure provided; and fees set.
Sponsor: Thao
Abstract: HF535 FIRST ENGROSSMENT Health occupations provisions modified for chiropractors, pharmacists,
respiratory therapists, physician assistants, psychologists, and social workers; dental therapists and
oral health practitioners licensure provided; and fees set. /> Article 1: Health-related licensing board
provision provided. /> Sec. 1: Complainant information and board actions provision language stricken.
Article 2: Chiropractors provision provided. /> Sec. 1: Chiropractic license required,
Status: Second reading - 05/15/2009

Title: Rural vacant land assessment provided, and recapture modified that applies to certain property in the
green acres program.
Sponsor: Koenen
Abstract: Rural vacant land assessment provided, and recapture modified that applies to certain property in the
green acres program.
Status: Author added Sterner - 03/16/2009

Title: Artificial lights used to locate animals provisions modified.
Sponsor: Howes
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Abstract: Artificial lights used to locate animals provisions modified.
Status: Referred by Chair to Game, Fish and Forestry Division - 02/10/2009

Title: Minnesota Puppy and Kitten Mill Cruelty Prevention Act; dog and cat breeder required permit created.
Sponsor: Juhnke
Abstract: Minnesota Puppy and Kitten Mill Cruelty Prevention Act; dog and cat breeder required permit created.
Status: Author added Slocum - 02/12/2009

Title: Animal cruelty prevention assistance restriction eliminated.
Sponsor: Juhnke
Abstract: Animal cruelty prevention assistance restriction eliminated.
Status: Author added Urdahl - 04/01/2009

Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified, new property tax classification established for
preservation and legacy land, and property valuation modified.
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: Minnesota agricultural property tax law modified, new property tax classification established for
preservation and legacy land, and property valuation modified.
Number: MN HF 728 - Updated (Text, Status 06/03/2010)

Title: Animal fighting device or substance possession prohibited.
Sponsor: Mullery
Abstract: Animal fighting device or substance possession prohibited.

Title: Dental therapist fees, licensing, and practice limitations established.
Sponsor: Norton
Abstract: Dental therapist fees, licensing, and practice limitations established.

Title: Agricultural products definition expanded.
Sponsor: Hosch
Abstract: Agricultural products definition expanded.
Number: MN HF 863 - Updated (Hearing 05/12/2009)

Title: Renewable energy production incentive and initiative provisions added or modified including C-BED
contracts, energy purchases, appraisal fees, conservation, utilities, rate options, solar energy,
residential heating, biomethane purchases, Sustainable Building 2030, Mountain Iron Economic
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Development Authority, and various other provisions, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Hilty
Abstract: Renewable energy production incentive and initiative provisions added or modified including C-BED
contracts, energy purchases, appraisal fees, conservation, utilities, rate options, solar energy,
residential heating, biomethane purchases, Sustainable Building 2030, Mountain Iron Economic
Development Authority, and various other provisions, and money appropriated.
Status: Author added Falk - 04/21/2009
Number: MN HF 869 - Updated (Text, Status 04/21/2009)

Title: Omnibus higher education bill.
Sponsor: Rukavina
Abstract: Omnibus higher education bill.
Status: Committee report, to pass as amended and re-refer to Ways and Means - 04/20/2009

Title: Agricultural product definition modified.
Sponsor: Dettmer
Abstract: Agricultural product definition modified.

Title: Patient access to health records provisions and costs modified.
Sponsor: Atkins
Abstract: Patient access to health records provisions and costs modified.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Health Care and Human Services Policy and Oversight -
02/19/2009

Title: Environmental and natural resources funding provided, Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota
Resources membership terms modified, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Wagenius
Abstract: Environmental and natural resources funding provided, Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota
Resources membership terms modified, and money appropriated.
Status: Referred by Chair to Environment and Natural Resources Finance Division - 02/22/2009

Title:Agriculture and veterans affairs omnibus bill.
Sponsor: Juhnke
Abstract: HF1122 THIRD ENGROSSMENT Agriculture and veterans affairs omnibus bill. Article 1: Agriculture
appropriations provided. Sec. 1: Appropriations summary provided. /> Sec. 2: Agriculture appropriations
provided from the general fund for fiscal years 2010 and 2011. Sec. 3: Department of Agriculture
appropriation provided. Subd 1: Total appropriation provided. /> Subd 2: Protection services
appropriation provided. Subd 3: Agricultural marketing and development appropriation provided. Subd 4:

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Title: Omnibus game and fish bill.
Sponsor: Dill
Abstract: Omnibus game and fish bill.
Status: Withdrawn and re-referred to Rules and Administration - 05/17/2009
Number: MN HF 1136 - Updated (Text 06/11/2009)

Title: Taxation; corporate income tax rate reduced, green job incentives provided, small business investment
company credit and job growth investment credit established, political contribution refund eliminated,
various other tax provisions provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Lenczewski
Abstract: Taxation; corporate income tax rate reduced, green job incentives provided, small business investment
company credit and job growth investment credit established, political contribution refund eliminated,
various other tax provisions provided, and money appropriated.

Title: Legislation containing erroneous, ambiguous, and omitted text, and obsolete references corrected;
redundant and conflicting provisions eliminated; and technical corrections provided.
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: Legislation containing erroneous, ambiguous, and omitted text, and obsolete references corrected;
redundant and conflicting provisions eliminated; and technical corrections provided.
Status: HF indefinitely postponed - 04/29/2009

Title: Licensure and practice limitations established for an oral health practitioner, fees established, and
rulemaking required.
Sponsor: Thao
Abstract: Licensure and practice limitations established for an oral health practitioner, fees established, and
rulemaking required.
Status: Division action, to pass and return to Health Care and Human Services Policy and Oversight -
03/11/2009

Title: Omnibus cultural and outdoor resources finance bill.
Sponsor: Murphy, M.
Abstract: Omnibus cultural and outdoor resources finance bill.

Title: Omnibus game and fish bill.
Sponsor: Dill
Abstract: HF1238 THIRD ENGROSSMENT Omnibus game and fish bill. Sec. 1: General conditions for regulation
of aquatic farms provision modified. Sec. 2: Inspection and additional fee establishment authorized.
Sec. 3: Game and fish rules language modified. Sec. 4: Commissioner background checks for
volunteer instructors authorized, language modified. Sec. 5: Off-highway motorcycle registration refund
procedure modified. Sec. 6: Off-road vehicle registration refund procedure modified. Sec. 7:
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procedure modified. Sec. 6: Off-road vehicle registration refund procedure modified. Sec. 7:
Snowmobile
Status: Motion to return bill to author, motion prevailed - 05/07/2009

Title: Brandon's law established, and procedures implemented for investigating missing person cases.
Sponsor: Seifert
Abstract: Brandon's law established, and procedures implemented for investigating missing person cases.

Title: Omnibus public finance bill.
Sponsor: Lenczewski
Abstract: Omnibus public finance bill.

Title: Domestic abuse; courts authorized to include pets and companion animals in protective orders.
Sponsor: Paymar
Abstract: Domestic abuse; courts authorized to include pets and companion animals in protective orders.

Title: Racetracks allowed outside of the seven-county metropolitan area, and racetracks allowed to operate
card clubs.
Sponsor: Nornes
Abstract: Racetracks allowed outside of the seven-county metropolitan area, and racetracks allowed to operate
card clubs.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce and Labor - 03/09/2009

Title: University of Minnesota agricultural research and extension funding provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Welti
Abstract: University of Minnesota agricultural research and extension funding provided, and money appropriated.
Status: Referred by Chair to Higher Education and Workforce Development Finance and Policy Division -
03/23/2009

Title: Veterinarian education loan forgiveness program established, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Otremba
Abstract: Veterinarian education loan forgiveness program established, and money appropriated.
04/02/2009

Title: Distributed energy resources regulated.
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Sponsor: Sailer
Abstract: Distributed energy resources regulated.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Energy Finance and Policy Division - 03/09/2009

Title: Income tax credit provided for bovine testing, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Olin
Abstract: Income tax credit provided for bovine testing, and money appropriated.

Title: Natural resources account created, planning and report required, state parks and trails funding
provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Lillie
Abstract: Natural resources account created, planning and report required, state parks and trails funding
provided, and money appropriated.
Status: Referred by Chair to Cultural and Outdoor Resources Finance Division - 04/14/2009

Title: Electronic prescription drug program technical changes made.
Sponsor: Huntley
Abstract: Electronic prescription drug program technical changes made.

Title: Governor's budget for health and human services established, various health care provisions
amended, Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act and Northstar Care for Children
established, fees increased, work groups created, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Abeler
Abstract: Governor's budget for health and human services established, various health care provisions
amended, Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act and Northstar Care for Children
established, fees increased, work groups created, and money appropriated.
Status: Referred by Chair to Health Care and Human Services Finance Division - 03/12/2009

Title: Dog food fee incidence changed.
Sponsor: Otremba
Abstract: Dog food fee incidence changed.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Agriculture, Rural Economies and Veterans Affairs - 03/12/2009

Title: Marijuana plant possession crime established, and marijuana sale and possession amounts
modified.
Sponsor: Olin
Abstract: Marijuana plant possession crime established, and marijuana sale and possession amounts
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modified.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Policy and Oversight - 03/12/2009

Title: Petroleum standards updated, biodiesel blends and fuels standards established.
Sponsor: Sanders
Abstract: Petroleum standards updated, biodiesel blends and fuels standards established.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce and Labor - 03/12/2009

Title: Energy storage equipment and its installation in publicly owned buildings included in the definition of a
qualifying solar electric project.
Sponsor: Kalin
Abstract: Energy storage equipment and its installation in publicly owned buildings included in the definition of a
qualifying solar electric project.
Status: Author added Mahoney - 03/18/2009

Title: Shining artificial lights restrictions and conforming penalties modified.
Sponsor: Demmer
Abstract: Shining artificial lights restrictions and conforming penalties modified.

Title: Public safety omnibus bill.
Sponsor: Paymar
Abstract: Public safety omnibus bill.

Title: Green Acres and agricultural property tax provisions modified, and land conservation property tax
program established.
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: Green Acres and agricultural property tax provisions modified, and land conservation property tax
program established.

Title: Advanced practice registered nurses practice requirements modified.
Sponsor: Murphy, E.
Abstract: Advanced practice registered nurses practice requirements modified.
Status: Referred by Chair to Licensing Division - 03/16/2009

Title: Child welfare provisions changed.
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Sponsor: Hosch
Abstract: Child welfare provisions changed.

Title: Pharmacy provisions modified; provisions in health occupations modified for speech language
pathologists; definition expanded; food, beverage, and lodging provisions changed; use of federal
government rules and guidelines required to implement the minimum data set; and fees established.
Sponsor: Ruud
Abstract: Pharmacy provisions modified; provisions in health occupations modified for speech language
pathologists; definition expanded; food, beverage, and lodging provisions changed; use of federal
government rules and guidelines required to implement the minimum data set; and fees established.

Title: Judicial sanctions enforced, fines, fees, and surcharges included, and requirement to supply judges
modified.
Sponsor: Paymar
Abstract: Judicial sanctions enforced, fines, fees, and surcharges included, and requirement to supply judges
modified.

Title: Environmental review requirements modified, certain projects exempted that are subject to standards
from environmental review, and project proposers required to prepare environmental impact statements
and environmental assessment worksheets.
Sponsor: McNamara
Abstract: Environmental review requirements modified, certain projects exempted that are subject to standards
from environmental review, and project proposers required to prepare environmental impact statements
and environmental assessment worksheets.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment Policy and Oversight - 03/18/2009

Title: Analysis required for state air quality, hazardous waste, and water quality standards.
Sponsor: Hackbarth
Abstract: Analysis required for state air quality, hazardous waste, and water quality standards.

Title: Hunters', anglers', and trappers' bill of rights established; right to arms and the right to wear fur and
display game protected; hunting and fishing access ensured; program established to allow public walk-
in access on private property; money appropriated; and constitutional amendment proposed.
Sponsor: Hackbarth
Abstract: Hunters', anglers', and trappers' bill of rights established; right to arms and the right to wear fur and
display game protected; hunting and fishing access ensured; program established to allow public walk-
in access on private property; money appropriated; and constitutional amendment proposed.
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Status: Author added Abeler - 04/01/2009

Title: Digital products taxed.
Sponsor: Davnie
Abstract: Digital products taxed.

Title: Peace officer firearm discharge reporting modified.
Sponsor: Cornish
Abstract: Peace officer firearm discharge reporting modified.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Policy and Oversight - 03/23/2009

Title: State-paid property tax credit modified for property in bovine tuberculosis management zones.
Sponsor: Olin
Abstract: State-paid property tax credit modified for property in bovine tuberculosis management zones.

Title: 20 percent of minnows imported for aquatic farms authorized to be sold as bait.
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: 20 percent of minnows imported for aquatic farms authorized to be sold as bait.

Title: Environment and natural resources funding provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Wagenius
Abstract: Environment and natural resources funding provided, and money appropriated.
Status: Division action, to pass as amended and return to Finance - 04/01/2009

Title: Science and technology initiative promoted; commission created; center established; economic
development grant programs created; terms defined; reports required; and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Beard
Abstract: Science and technology initiative promoted; commission created; center established; economic
03/23/2009

Title: Game abandoned at game processing facilities added to the definition of wanton waste.
Sponsor: Kohls
Abstract: Game abandoned at game processing facilities added to the definition of wanton waste.
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Title: Property valuation reduction provided for land constituting a riparian buffer.
Sponsor: Hansen
Abstract: Property valuation reduction provided for land constituting a riparian buffer.

Title:Omnibus environment and natural resources bill.
Sponsor: Wagenius
Abstract: Chapter No. 37 HF2123 Omnibus environment and natural resources bill. Article 1: Environment and
natural resources finance provisions provided. Sec. 1: Summary of appropriations provided. Sec. 2:
Environment and natural resources appropriations provided. Sec. 3: Pollution control agency
appropriation provided. Subd 1: Total appropriation provided. /> Subd 2: Water appropriation provided.
Subd 3: Air appropriation provided. Subd 4: Land appropriation provided. Subd 5: Environmental
assistance and

Title: Clean water fund legacy activities funding provided, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Eken
Abstract: Clean water fund legacy activities funding provided, and money appropriated.
Status: Author added Sailer - 04/21/2009

Title: Horse operation recommendations made by commissioner of agriculture.
Sponsor: Juhnke
Abstract: Horse operation recommendations made by commissioner of agriculture.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Agriculture, Rural Economies and Veterans Affairs - 03/25/2009

Title: Science and technology initiative promoted; commission created; center established; economic
Sponsor: Beard
Abstract: Science and technology initiative promoted; commission created; center established; economic
Status: Author added Downey - 04/06/2009

Title: Dog park matching grant program established, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Reinert
Abstract: Dog park matching grant program established, and money appropriated.
Status: Referred by Chair to Local Government Division - 04/02/2009
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Title: Corporate franchise, income, mining occupation, sales and use, and cigarette tax provisions modified;
governor's 21st century tax commission recommendations adopted; tax bases, credits, and rates
modified; and corporate franchise tax repealed.
Sponsor: Lenczewski
Abstract: Corporate franchise, income, mining occupation, sales and use, and cigarette tax provisions modified;
governor's 21st century tax commission recommendations adopted; tax bases, credits, and rates
modified; and corporate franchise tax repealed.

Title: State trail pass required, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Hackbarth
Abstract: State trail pass required, and money appropriated.

Title: Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act created, report required, and money appropriated.
Sponsor: Hayden
Abstract: Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act created, report required, and money appropriated.
Status: Authors added Champion and Clark - 02/18/2010

Title: Vehicle-mounted digital signs regulated, and technical changes made.
Sponsor: Severson
Abstract: Vehicle-mounted digital signs regulated, and technical changes made.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation and Transit Policy and Oversight Division -
03/11/2010
Number: MN SF 7 - Updated (Hearing 03/20/2009)

Title:Dog and cat breeders standards of care development
Sponsor: Betzold
Abstract: Relating to animals; requiring and providing for the licensing and /> regulation of dog and cat breeders
by the board of animal health; defining certain terms; specifying certain licensing and inspections
requirements; authorizing the board to establish license fees and rules; specifying certain standards of
care for dogs and cats for breeders; providing for investigations and seizures under certain conditions;
providing for civil enforcement; imposing penalties; creating a dog and cat breeders
Status: Authors added Sieben; Marty - 02/05/2009
Number: MN SF 122 - Updated (Status 05/15/2009)

Title:Cocoa bean shell mulch retail sellers warning sign posting requirement
Sponsor: Dibble
Abstract: 1E Requiring unprocessed cocoa bean shell mulch retail sellers to post visible pet toxicity (poison)
warning notices (Ch. 47, 2009 - VETO)
Status: Secretary of State, Filed 05/08/09 - 05/08/2009
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Title:Veterinarian education loan forgiveness program for large animal veterinarians
Sponsor: Dille
Abstract: Relating to higher education; establishing a loan forgiveness program for large animal veterinarians;
specifying eligibility and loan forgiveness amounts; providing penalty for nonfulfillment of service;
appropriating money to the commissioner of agriculture (je)
Status: Referred to Finance - 01/22/2009

Title:Agricultural products definition expansion for property tax classification purposes
Sponsor: Skogen
Abstract: Relating to property tax; expanding the definition of agricultural products for purposes of property tax to
include animals bred and raised for sale as pets, subjecting entity to United States (federal) department
of agricultural regulation (rt)
Status: Referred to Agriculture and Veterans - 01/22/2009

Title:Dog and Cat Breeders Act
Sponsor: Dille
Abstract: "Dog and Cat Breeders Act"; requiring breeder registration with local animal control authorities,
requiring registration form preparation by the Minnesota animal control association and board of animal
health approval, specifying information requirements for breeders, requiring local animal control
authorities to provide breeders with a copy of required standards of care, specifying acceptable
standards of care and transportation to be United States (federal) department of agriculture or state
Number: MN SF 309 - Updated (New 01/28/2009)

Title: Dog owners of dogs declared dangerous or potentially dangerous responsible dog owner class
requirement
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: Requiring owners of dogs declared dangerous or potentially dangerous to take responsible dog owner
classes and pass certain tests; defining terms; authorizing the department of public safety to impose
class fees; specifying duties and requirements of the program manager, facilitator and animal control
authority; requiring written notification requirements to the owners of dogs; specifying certain class
training manual, form, curriculum, test and class location requirements; regulating
Number: MN SF 385 - Updated (Text 02/02/2009)

Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law (Green Acres) property deferment provisions modifications;
agricultural property classification definition expansion
Sponsor: Koch
Abstract: Relating to taxation; modifying the Minnesota agricultural property tax law /> (Green Acres); eliminating
the disqualification of reinvest in Minnesota (RIM) and the federal conservation reserve program (CRP)
for property tax deferment; providing for property that no longer qualifies as agricultural under 2008 law
changes, allowing reenrollment under certain conditions upon sale or transfer to a qualifying owner;
modifying agricultural property qualifying for tax deferment determination of value
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Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law (Green Acres) provisions modification; property tax class 2a, 2b
and 2c classification requirements modification
Sponsor: Skoe
Abstract: 1E Relating to property taxation; reinstating certain land enrolled in the /> Minnesota agricultural property
tax law (Green Acres) and removed from the program during a certain time period; modifying the
Minnesota agricultural property tax law (Green Acres), modifying qualifications; modifying class 2a, 2b
and 2c property tax requirements; requiring landowner request for reinstatement and requiring certain
eligibility requirements to be met; repealing certain property deferment elimination
Status: Comm report: To pass and re-referred to Taxes - 02/23/2009

Title: Minnesota agricultural property tax law (Green Acres) provisions modifications; preservation and legacy
land new property tax classification
Sponsor: Erickson Ropes
Abstract: Modifying agricultural property tax law (Green Acres), providing for property that no longer qualifies as
agricultural under 2008 law changes, requiring the commissioner of revenue to perform a random
program audit; permitting county boards to establish a property tax classification for preservation and
legacy land and providing for area designation, public hearings, property enrollment, covenant, acreage
limitation and reporting requirements, defining class 2p property as environmentally

Title:Mini truck regulation and registration requirements
Sponsor: Skogen
Abstract: Regulating operation and registration of mini trucks (mini-truck); defining mini truck; providing a
registration exemption from department of natural resources (DNR) off-road and all-terrain vehicle (ATV)
registration requirements; allowing dual registration for operation on public streets and highways and
on trails and private property, permitting registration exemption for certain use; providing an exemption
from passenger motor vehicle definition; defining road authority for mini truck
Status: Referred to Transportation - 02/09/2009

Title:Minnesota Puppy and Kitten Mill Cruelty Prevention Act
Sponsor: Erickson Ropes
Abstract: "Minnesota Puppy and Kitten Mill Cruelty Prevention Act"; requiring certain dog and cat commercial
breeders to hold a valid permit issued by the board of animal health; defining certain terms; setting fees
for the permits and creating a commercial breeder account in the agricultural fund for deposit of the
fees and penalties; specifying certain board approval requirements for new or renewal permit
applications; providing for appeal and reapplication for denial notifications; specifying board

Title: Omnibus energy conservation provisions
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Sponsor: Prettner Solon
Abstract: 3E Relating to energy; allocating money from the renewable development account to fund a grant to the
board of regents of the University of Minnesota for the initiative for renewable energy and the
environment, specifying certain activities funded under this grant, defining certain terms; modifying
certain awards relating to the use of eminent domain for high-voltage transmission lines; authorizing
certain audio electronic records or use of a hearing reporter to record proceedings before the

Title: Property tax agricultural products definition expansion to commercial processing of milk into cheese
products
Sponsor: Fischbach
Abstract: Relating to property tax; expanding the definition of certain real estate considered agricultural land for
property tax classification purposes to include the commercial processing of milk into cheese products
(je)
Status: Referred to Taxes - 02/12/2009

Title: Environment and natural resources appropriations; legislative-citizen commission on Minnesota
resources (LCCMR) membership modification
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: Relating to the operation and finance of state government; appropriating money to the department of
natural resources (DNR) for natural resource data and information, land, habitat, recreation, water
resources, aquatic and terrestrial invasive species, energy, administration, specifying appropriation
availability, data availability requirements, project requirements, payment conditions, capital equipment
expenditures and carryforward; requiring political subdivisions and entities receiving
Status: Referred to Environment and Natural Resources - 02/12/2009

Title:Bovine tuberculosis herd buyout program appropriation modification
Sponsor: Stumpf
Abstract: Relating to animal health; modifying a certain prior appropriation for the bovine tuberculosis herd
buyout; authorizing the board of animal health to make onetime grants to certain beef cattle producers
participating in the program under certain conditions (me)

Title:Dental therapists licensing and practice limitations
Sponsor: Prettner Solon
Abstract: Creating licensure and practice limitations for dental therapists practicing in settings serving low-
income and underserved patients or in a dental health professional shortage area; modifying certain
provisions providing for the licensure of dental occupations; prescribing certain licensure, registration
and renewal certification fees; establishing certain practice requirements for licensed dental therapist;
requiring a written collaborative management agreement with a licensed dentist;
Status: Referred to Health, Housing and Family Security - 02/12/2009
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Title:Animal cruelty prevention assistance by counties and cities special levies use restriction elimination
Sponsor: Gimse
Abstract: Eliminating a special levy restriction on assistance by counties and cities to certain societies for the
prevention of cruelty to animals (je) />

Title: Tax policy, technical, administrative changes and clarifications to income, corporate franchise, estate,
sales, use, mortgage, property, gross receipts, fuel, cigarette, tobacco, insurance, gambling, liquor,
minerals, solid waste and various taxes and tax-related provisions; local government aid (LGA)
provisions modification and tax data provisions modification
Sponsor: Bakk
Abstract: 1E Relating to taxation; making policy, technical, administrative and clarifying changes to various taxes
and tax-related provisions ARTICLE 1 - INDIVIDUAL INCOME, CORPORATE FRANCHISE AND ESTATE
TAXES Modifying corporate franchise filing requiring requirements for members of a unitary business;
specifying certain filing requirements for information returns for qualified intermediaries; extending the
time limit for filing estate tax returns; modifying the treatment of federal tax changes for
Status: General Orders: Stricken and laid on table - 05/07/2009

Title:State agencies periodic sunset (abolishment) and evaluation provision
Sponsor: Koch
Abstract: Relating to state government; providing for periodic sunset (abolishment) and evaluation of state
agencies; specifying certain expiration dates for various groups of agencies, providing for continuation
under certain conditions; requiring the agency to submit a criteria report to the legislative audit
commission and specifying commission criteria review requirements; requiring the commissioner to
submit a report to the legislature following review of the agency, requiring public hearings;
Status: Author stricken Rest - 03/05/2009

Title:Omnibus health and human services appropriations
Sponsor: Berglin
Abstract: 2E Relating to state government; making changes to health and human services /> ARTICLE 1 -
CONTINUING CARE Modifying certain provisions relating to nursing home resident reimbursement
classification; modifying approval of certain exceptions to the moratorium on certification of nursing
home beds; modifying certain interpretation and enforcement of the home care bill of rights; requiring
commissioner of veterans affairs to apply to the federal government for certification of veterans homes
in
Status: HF substituted by motion [HF1362] - 04/28/2009

Title: Petroleum and biodiesel products weights and measures standards update
Sponsor: Dahle
Abstract: 1E Updating petroleum and biodiesel product weights and measures specification standards (ra)
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Title:Agricultural products definition for commercial boarding of horses modification
Sponsor: Vandeveer
Abstract: Relating to property tax; modifying the definition of agricultural products relating to the classification of
agricultural property for commercial boarding of horses (ra)
Status: Author added Fobbe - 03/30/2009

Title:Regional dog park permit and matching grant program
Sponsor: Betzold
Abstract: Relating to dogs; establishing a metropolitan area regional dog park permit program to be
administered by the metropolitan council; establishing a dog park matching grant program to provide
funding for local governments for the establishment, expansion or maintenance of dog parks;
specifying certain criteria grant program eligibility; requiring minimum dog park rules to be established
by the metropolitan council; requiring the metropolitan council to establish an advisory committee to
oversee

Title:Animal fighting criminal penalties provision modification
Sponsor: Foley
Abstract: Relating to animals; prescribing criminal penalties for the possession of certain devices or substances
with intent to use or permit to use on an animal for enhancing the ability to fight (je)
Status: Referred to Judiciary - 02/19/2009

Title:Domestic abuse protection orders expansion to pets and companion animals
Sponsor: Pappas
Abstract: Authorizing courts to include pets and companion animals in protective orders under the domestic
abuse act (je)
Status: House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day - 04/06/2010

Title:BioBusiness Alliance appropriation
Sponsor: Sparks
Abstract: Appropriating money to the commissioner of employment and economic development (DEED) for the
operation of the BioBusiness Alliance, specifying fund use for creating, recruiting, retaining and
expanding biobusiness activity and other uses, requiring an annual legislative report (rt)

Title: Omnibus public safety policy provisions modifications
Sponsor: Moua
Abstract: 2E Relating to public safety; modifying criminal justice information systems (CJIS) provisions relating to
organizational changes in the bureau of criminal apprehension (BCA); classifying contact information
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data provided by a citizen requesting a crime alert as private data; authorizing the state, MnSCU,
University of Minnesota and cities to adopt a program requiring the employment of a certain number of
low-income residents under certain conditions; specifying a retention period for
Status: HF substituted on Calendar HF1301 - 04/22/2009

Title: Environment and natural resources appropriations; legislative-citizen commission on Minnesota
resources (LCCMR) funding recommendation duties modifications
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: 3E Relating to environment and natural resources; appropriating money for the Minnesota county
biological survey, the county geological atlas and south-central Minnesota groundwater, soil survey,
springshed mapping for trout stream management, restorable wetlands inventory, state parks, trails
and metropolitan regional park system acquisition, statewide scientific and natural area acquisition and
restoration, Minnesota's habitat conservation partnership (HCP)-Phase VI, metro conservation

Title: Green job opportunity building zones (green JOBZ) and tax incentives; small business investment
company job growth investment tax credits; public utilities biomethane energy
Sponsor: Rosen
Abstract: 1E Relating to economic development ARTICLE 1 - GREEN JOB OPPORTUNITY BUILDING ZONES
Establishing green job opportunity building zones (green JOBZ), defining terms, specifying limitations,
providing an application for designation procedure, eligibility and criteria, providing for business subsidy
agreements and reports, green job opportunity building zones designation, available tax incentives,
individual income and corporate franchise tax exemptions, green jobs credit, property tax exemption
Status: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Taxes - 03/30/2009

Title:Nonresident all-terrain vehicle operators state trail pass requirement
Sponsor: Saxhaug
Abstract: Relating to natural resources; requiring nonresident all-terrain vehicle operators to possess a state trail
pass; requiring a fee; providing for appointment of license agents by commissioner of natural
resources; providing for issuance of passes, agent fees and the issuance of duplicate passes /> (me)

Title: Minnesota Missing Children's Act name change to Minnesota Missing Persons Act and provisions
modification
Sponsor: Frederickson
Abstract: Relating to public safety; renaming the "Minnesota Missing Children's Act" to the "Minnesota Missing
Persons Act"; implementing procedures for investigating missing persons cases; modifying the
Minnesota missing child program and the definition of endangered; expanding certain missing persons
report requirements and duties of the commissioner of public safety and law enforcement agencies,
regulating investigation and entry of information, requiring federal law compliance; specifying certain
Status: Withdrawn and returned to author - 03/05/2009

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Title:Revisor's bill
Sponsor: Moua
Abstract: 1E Revisor's bill ARTICLE 1 - GENERAL CORRECTIONS AND CONFLICT RESOLUTIONS Correcting
erroneous, ambiguous and omitted text and obsolete references; eliminating redundant, conflicting and
superseded provisions; making miscellaneous technical corrections to statutes and laws relating to the
forty-first and forty-fifth legislative districts, state auditor public accountant local government reports,
Minnesota management and budget (MMB) (finance) budget reserve and cash flow accounts,
department of

Title:Oral health practitioner and dental therapist licensure and practice limitations
Sponsor: Lynch
Abstract: 2E Establishing licensure requirements under the board of dentistry for oral health practitioners and
dental therapists; defining oral health practitioner, dental therapist and resident dental providers;
specifying practice limitations and rules and qualifications for licensure; authorizing certain fees and
specifying certain supervision and recordkeeping requirements; defining the scope of practice and
prescribing authority of a licensed oral health practitioner or dental therapist; regulating
Status: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Rules and Administration - 03/26/2009

Title: Natural resources, fishing, state park, outdoor recreation and reinvest in Minnesota (RIM) program
provisions modifications; off-highway vehicles seizure and forfeiture provisions and criminal penalties
imposition; all-terrain vehicles operating restrictions expansion
Sponsor: Chaudhary
Abstract: 3E Relating to natural resources; permitting commissioner of agriculture to determine aquatic farm
(aquaculture) and private fish hatcheries fees without regard to administrative rulemaking; authorizing
commissioner of natural resources (DNR) to open or close bodies of water or portions for night bow
fishing and specifying emergency conditions; shortening the wild rice season; regulating seizure and
forfeiture of certain off-highway vehicles, prescribing criminal penalties, defining certain
Status: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Finance - 04/01/2009

Title:Game and fish and aquaculture provisions modifications
Sponsor: Chaudhary
Abstract: 1E Permitting commissioner of agriculture to determine aquatic farm (aquaculture) and private fish
hatcheries fees without regard to administrative rulemaking; changing conditions and time restriction
for department of natural resources (DNR) off-highway motorcycle, off-road vehicle, snowmobile, all-
terrain vehicle (ATV) and watercraft (boat) registration refunds; requiring summaries of fish and game
laws delivery to license vendors, defining bow fishing, modifying waterfowl feeding and resting
Status: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Finance - 04/14/2009

Title: Minnesota Missing Children's Act name change to Minnesota Missing Persons' Act and provisions
modification; Brandon's law
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Abstract: 1E Relating to public safety; renaming the "Minnesota Missing Children's Act" the "Minnesota Missing
Persons' Act"; adopting "Brandon's Law"; implementing procedures for investigating missing persons
cases; modifying the Minnesota missing child program and the definition of endangered; modifying
certain missing persons report requirements and duties of commissioner of public safety and law
enforcement agencies, regulating investigation and entry of information, requiring federal law
compliance;
Status: HF substituted on General Orders HF1242 - 04/22/2009

Title:Miscellaneous tax provisions modification
Sponsor: Rest
Abstract: Relating to taxation ARTICLE 1 - PROPERTY TAXES /> Modifying the state general levy base amount
apportionment of the state general property tax levied against commercial-industrial and seasonal
residential recreational property and the levy of state general tax; modifying certain local governmental
unit levy limitations ARTICLE 2 - INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAXES Adding a fourth bracket to the individual
income tax; adding a clothing sales tax credit to the individual income tax, specifying limitations,
Status: Authors added Scheid; Dibble - 04/03/2009

Title:Solar energy generation project installations distributed energy resources modifications
Sponsor: Doll
Abstract: Relating to utilities; regulating certain distributed energy resources; modifying certain generation project
limitations for qualifying solar energy project installations (je)
Status: Referred to Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications - 03/09/2009

Title: Farm machinery, agricultural production material and building material sales and use tax exemption
authorization
Sponsor: Dille
Abstract: Relating to taxation; sales and use; expanding the definition of farm machinery to include certain items
for sales and use tax exemption purposes; exempting certain agricultural production material and
certain building material from sales and use taxes (me)

Title:Qualifying solar electric project definition modification
Sponsor: Pappas
Abstract: Relating to energy; modifying the definition of qualifying solar electric project to include energy storage
equipment and to include installation in publicly owned buildings (me)
Status: Referred to Energy, Utilities, Technology and Communications - 03/12/2009

Title: Speech language pathologists, occupational therapists and licensed health care professional
provisions modifications; health department resident reimbursement classification implementation;
food, beverage and lodging establishments licensure provisions modifications
Sponsor: Marty
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Abstract: 2E Relating to health; modifying certain health occupation provisions; requiring commissioner of health
to enroll a licensed pharmacy or individual pharmacist as a program-registered provider in the pediatric
vaccine administration program; modifying the definition of practice for speech-language pathology;
modifying continuing education report auditing requirements for speech-language pathologist
licensees and increasing certain biennial licensure fees; modifying the definition of licensed
Status: HF substituted on General Orders HF1745 - 05/14/2009

Title: Electronic prescription drug program modifications; pediatric vaccine administration program
pharmacies enrollment requirement
Sponsor: Doll
Abstract: 1E Making certain technical changes to the electronic prescription drug program; defining backward
compatible and modifying certain definitions; modifying requirements for electronic prescribing;
requiring the commissioner of health to enroll licensed pharmacies or pharmacists as providers in the
pediatric vaccine administration program (je)
Status: Referred by Chair to Health Care and Human Services Finance Division - 05/05/2009

Title:Shining artificial lights use for wild animal location restrictions modifications and penalties
Sponsor: Senjem
Abstract: Modifying certain restrictions on use of artificial lights (shining) to take wild animals with or without
implements; conforming penalties; providing certain exceptions for shining without implements and
specifying temporary warning requirements prior to a certain date (je)

Title: Child welfare and policy provisions modifications; adoption provisions modifications; data practices
clarification; foster care provisions modifications
Sponsor: Torres Ray
Abstract: 2E Relating to child welfare ARTICLE 1- CHILD WELFARE TECHNICAL Making technical changes to the
interstate compact for the placement of children (ICPC), child protection and general assistance (GA),
specifying instructions to the revisor of statutes; repealing a provision requiring the subject of a child
protection background check to be provided with results of the study ARTICLE 2 - CHILD WELFARE
POLICY /> Clarifying data practices; authorizing the sharing of child support data on parents and

Title:Bovine tuberculosis management zone properties state-paid property tax credit modification
Sponsor: Skoe
Abstract: Modifying the tax credit for property in bovine tuberculosis modified accredited zones to include rural
vacant land; changing the amount and basis of credit, prohibiting credit from exceeding the property tax
(rt)

Title: Advanced practice registered nurses practice requirements modification
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Sponsor: Sheran
Abstract: Relating to health occupations; authorizing clinical nurse specialists, nurse-midwifes and nurse
practitioner practices to prescribe pharmacological treatment (drugs); modifying duties of an advanced
practice registered nurses; clarifying certain duties of registered nurse anesthetists and certified
registered nurse anesthetists; clarifying drug dispensing authority; placing licensed advance practice
registered nurse under the category of practitioner; permitting an advanced practice registered

Title:Omnibus judiciary appropriations
Sponsor: Foley
Abstract: 3E Relating to judiciary funding ARTICLE 1 - APPROPRIATIONS /> Providing a summary of
appropriations by fund; appropriating money to the supreme court for operations, for civil legal services
and for legal services to low-income clients in family law matters, to the court of appeals, to trial courts,
to the tax court, to the uniform laws commission, to the board of judicial standards, for major
disciplinary actions undertaken by the board, and to the board of public defense ARTICLE 2 - FEE
Status: Referred by Chair to Public Safety Finance Division - 04/27/2009

Title: Clean water legacy and drinking water protection activities appropriation; clean water legacy website,
logo for signage and 25 year strategic plan establishment
Sponsor: Cohen
Abstract: 2E Appropriating money for natural resource purposes from the clean water fund ARTICLE 1 - CLEAN
WATER FUND APPROPRIATIONS /> Appropriating money from the clean water fund to department of
natural resources for nonpoint source restoration and protection activities; for targeted nonpoint source
pollution reduction projects including appropriations to the board of water and soil resources and the
Anoka conservation district for water quality and restoration projects; to the board of water and soil
Status: Chief author added Cohen - 05/11/2009

Title:Minnows imported for aquatic farms sale authority for bait
Sponsor: Fobbe
Abstract: Allowing a certain percentage of minnows imported for aquatic farms to be sold as bait; specifying
certain sale restrictions (je)

Title:Marijuana plant possession crime establishment; sale and possession amounts modifications
Sponsor: Ortman
Abstract: Relating to controlled substances; changing the definition of small amount of marijuana and marijuana
plant; decreasing the weight for sale and possession crimes; establishing a misdemeanor marijuana
possession crime; permitting sentencing for nonviolent nondrug offenders with addiction; requiring
commissioner of corrections to consider intake chemical dependency assessment; early release
suitability, validated risk assessment tools; requiring commissioner bed savings amount
determination;
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Title:State parks and trails appropriation; operations, maintenance, planning and report requirements
Sponsor: Bakk
Abstract: Relating to natural resources; appropriating money to the commissioner of natural resources (DNR) for
state parks and trails; requiring the opening and reopening of visitor centers at Lake Bronson, Blue
Mounds, St. Croix and Grand Portage state parks; requiring the commissioner to utilize the Minnesota
conservation corps and youth corps to carry out certain activities, to develop and use appropriate
signage, and to undertake a ten your strategic state parks and trails plan, specifying certain

Title: State air quality, hazardous waste and water quality standards analysis requirement
Abstract: Relating to the environment; requiring an analysis of state air quality, hazardous waste and water quality
standards; prohibiting state standards from exceeding similar federal standards, exceptions (me)

Title: Environmental review requirements modification
Abstract: Relating to the environment; modifying environmental review requirements; exempting certain projects
subject to standards from environmental review; requiring project proposers to prepare environmental
impact statements (EIS) and environmental assessment worksheets; requiring persons to obtain a
permit from pollution control agency (PCA) prior to operating certain facilities; modifying the time period
between the approval of an environmental impact statement and deadline for certain permit

Title:Tax provisions modifications
Sponsor: Senjem
Abstract: Relating to taxation ARTICLE 1 - JOB INCENTIVES AND ECONOMIC STIMULUS Repealing the political
contribution income or franchise tax refund; modifying the definition of taxpayer; defining small business
stock; providing for the gradual reduction of corporate franchise tax rates; providing a refund for qualified
property purchases by small businesses; modifying the corporate alternative minimum tax; modifying
the residential homestead market value property tax credit; modifying the definition of

Title:Omnibus agriculture, veterans and military affairs appropriations
Sponsor: Vickerman
Abstract: 2E Relating to the organization, operation and financing of state government; appropriating money for
agriculture, veterans, and the military /> ARTICLE 1 - AGRICULTURE Providing a summary of
appropriations; appropriating money to commissioner of agriculture for protection services including
the voluntary cleanup fund, for compensation for crop damage caused by elk and livestock destroyed or
crippled by gray wolves and certain noxious weed control duties, for agricultural marketing and
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Title: Firearm discharge reporting requirement modification
Abstract: Requiring commissioner of public safety to include a summary report of shots fired in the annual
legislative crime report submitted by the bureau of criminal apprehension (BCA) (je)

Title: Hunters, Anglers and Trappers Bill of Rights; constitutional amendments for right to arms and right to
wear fur and display trophy animals; hunting and fishing access and public access to habitat program
and appropriation
Sponsor: Pariseau
Abstract: "Hunters, Anglers and Trappers Bill of Rights" ARTICLE 1 - FINDINGS AND PURPOSE Specifying
certain legislative findings and purpose to maximize opportunities for citizens to exercise the right to
hunt, fish and take game ARTICLE 2 - RIGHT TO ARMS CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT Proposing an
amendment to the Minnesota constitution, article I, to protect the right to keep, bear and use arms under
certain conditions ARTICLE 3 - RIGHT TO WEAR FUR AND DISPLAY TROPHY ANIMALS
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT

Title:Sales tax imposed on digital products
Sponsor: Bakk
Abstract: Imposing the sales and use tax on digital products; defining digital products; repealing the definition of
ringtone (me)

Title: Health information technology and infrastructure and electronic health record system revolving account
and loan program modifications; e-health advisory committee
Sponsor: Lourey
Abstract: 3E Modifying certain provisions relating to health information technology and infrastructure; defining
certain terms; establishing an e-health advisory committee replacing e-health information technology
and infrastructure advisory committee; modifying certain criteria hospitals and health care, providers
must meet when implementing electronic health record systems; requiring commissioner of health to
ensure that state implementation meets certain federal requirements; requiring commissioner to

Title:Clean water legacy activities appropriations
Abstract: Appropriating money from the clean water fund for certain clean water legacy activities for the pollution
control agency (PCA), natural resources (DNR), agriculture and health departments, board of water and
soil resources (BWSR), metropolitan council and public facilities authority; providing for disposition of
the clean water fund, specifying certain funding purposes and goals of the clean water fund (je)
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Title: Omnibus criminal justice, public safety, corrections, judiciary and controlled substance policy provisions
modifications
Sponsor: Moua
Abstract: Relating to public safety ARTICLE 1 - FEE INCREASES; CREATION OF NEW ACCOUNT;
APPROPRIATION Imposing per-page filing fees for court papers by district court administrators;
increasing various court fees and the criminal and traffic surcharge; authorizing the imposition of a
public defender fee for licensed attorneys; establishing a court and public defender account in the
special revenue fund and specifying certain deposit requirements; providing for distribution of money in
the court and public

Title: Pass-through income tax exemption; accounting, financial planning, brokerage and legal services sales
tax imposition; sales tax on clothing modification; political subdivisions sales tax exemption
Sponsor: Ortman
Abstract: Relating to taxation; providing an income and franchise tax exemption for pass-through income;
extending the sales and use tax to accounting, financial planning, and brokerage and legal services;
extending the sales tax to certain clothing with a certain retail value and higher; extending the sales tax
exemption to all state political subdivisions (rt)

Title:Outdoor recreation system public walk-in access easements contracts and appropriation
Sponsor: Pariseau
Abstract: Authorizing and providing for the board of water and soil resources (BWSR) under the outdoor
recreation system to contract for public walk-in access easements with landowners, restricting taking
wild animals with firearms; appropriating money to BWSR for contract payments to landowners
enrolling property /> (rt)

Title:Omnibus tax bill
Sponsor: Bakk
Abstract: 2E Relating to taxation and the financing and operation of state and local government; making policy,
technical, administrative, enforcement, collection, refund, and other changes to income, franchise,
property, sales and use, motor vehicle, estate, gambling, solid waste management, health care
provider, cigarette and tobacco products, insurance premiums, aggregate removal, mortgage, deed,
occupation, and production taxes, and other taxes and tax-related provisions; conforming provisions to

Title: Omnibus higher education appropriations
Sponsor: Pappas
Abstract: 3E Providing for the financing of higher education and related purposes /> ARTICLE 1 - HIGHER
EDUCATION APPROPRIATIONS /> Appropriating money to the office of higher education for state grants,
safety officer survivors, child care grants, state work-study grants, achieve scholarship program, Indian
scholarships, TEACH program, intervention for college attendance program grants, Midwest higher
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scholarships, TEACH program, intervention for college attendance program grants, Midwest higher
education compact, Power of You program, technical and community college emergency grants,
veterinary
Status: Line item veto message laid on table - 05/17/2009

Title:Property tax deferment for riparian buffer lands
Abstract: Providing a property valuation reduction for land constituting a riparian buffer, defining riparian buffer,
requiring a covenant, specifying requirements (rt)

Title:Omnibus environment, natural resources and energy appropriations
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: 2E Relating to the organization, operation and financing of state government; appropriating money for
environment, natural resources, and energy /> ARTICLE 1- ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL
RESOURCES Providing a summary of appropriations by fund; appropriating money to pollution control
agency (PCA) for the clean water partnership program, for county feedlot permit program administration
grants, for local and basinwide water quality protection technical assistance and education, for
subsurface sewage

Title:Omnibus government finance (governor's budget)
Sponsor: Pogemiller
Abstract: Relating to state government finance ARTICLE 1 - GENERAL EDUCATION ARTICLE 2 - EDUCATION
EXCELLENCE ARTICLE 3 - SPECIAL PROGRAMS ARTICLE 4 - FACILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY
ARTICLE 5 - NUTRITION AND ACCOUNTING ARTICLE 6 - LIBRARIES ARTICLE 7 - EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION ARTICLE 8 - PREVENTION ARTICLE 9 - SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND LIFELONG LEARNING
ARTICLE 10 - STATE AGENCIES /> ARTICLE 11 - PELRAARTICLE 12 - HIGHER EDUCATION
APPROPRIATIONS /> ARTICLE 13 - OTHER HIGHER EDUCATION PROVISIONS ARTICLE 14 -
Status: Referred to Rules and Administration - 04/23/2009

Title: Domestic abuse and crime of stalking provisions modifications; electronic monitoring pilot project; data
practices requirements exemptions; maximum bail increase; domestic abuse protection orders
expansion to pets and companion animals
Sponsor: Moua
Abstract: 3E Relating to public safety; exempting certain domestic abuse or sexual /> attack programs from data
practices requirement and classifying certain /> data; clarifying the requirement that the data
communications network include orders for protection and no contract orders; expanding the definition
of no contact orders; authorizing courts to include pets and companion animals in protective orders;
authorizing domestic abuse ex parte court orders for protection to extend to areas surrounding a
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Title: Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act
Sponsor: Torres Ray
Abstract: "Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act" ARTICLE 1 - PROTECTING CHILDREN AND
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES ACT Creating the "Protecting Children and Strengthening Families Act";
declaring state public policy objectives; specifying priorities of act; defining certain terms; specifying use
of certain funds; assigning duties of the commissioner of human services in relation to the act;
requiring counties to submit implementation plans to receive funds; authorizing commissioner to
determine

Title: Child pornography definition modification
Sponsor: Murphy
Abstract: 1E Relating to public safety; modifying a definition related to child pornography (je)
Status: Committee report, without further recommendation re-refer to Public Safety Policy and Oversight -
04/12/2010

Title: Jobs, family and economic development fund creation; agricultural, rural, early childhood, bioscience,
medical technology, economic development, athletic, recreational, extracurricular activities and capital
improvements funding mechanisms authorization; racetrack gaming activities regulations modifications
and purse increases
Sponsor: Sparks
Abstract: Relating to economic development; creating the jobs, family and economic development fund; providing
a funding mechanism for agricultural, rural, early childhood, bioscience, medical technology and
economic development; providing for funding mechanism for athletic, recreational, and extracurricular
activities and capital improvements; providing for and regulating gaming activities at racetracks and
increasing purses (je)
Status: Referred to State and Local Government Operations and Oversight - 03/04/2010
Missouri - Adjourned 2010 8 Bills

Number: MO HB 1662 - Updated (Status 07/16/2010)
Title: Authorizes the State Veterinarian to restrict the movement of animals or birds under investigation for the
presence or suspected presence of a toxin
Sponsor: Brown, Dan
Abstract: HB 1662 -- DISEASED ANIMALS This bill specifies that any animal or bird under investigation by the
State Veterinarian within the Department of Agriculture for the presence or suspected presence of a
toxin must not be removed from the premises until certain specified actions have taken place. The State
Veterinarian will be authorized to choose the method of eradication of the toxin and may implement a
holding period restricting the movement of any animal or bird under investigation for the
Status: Approved by Governor (G) - 06/29/2010

Title: Prohibits any person from possessing dog fighting paraphernalia and adds a penalty for a second or
subsequent offense for persons committing specified acts related to dog fighting
Sponsor: LeVota, Paul
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Abstract: HB 1689 -- Dog Fighting Sponsor: LeVota This bill prohibits any person from possessing dog fighting
paraphernalia. A first offense will be a class D felony, and a subsequent offense will be a class C felony.
Any person who owns, possesses, keeps, or trains any dog with the intent that the dog will be engaged
in an exhibition of dog fighting; for amusement or gain, causes any dog to fight with another dog or
causes any dogs to injure each other; permits any of these acts to be committed on any
Status: Referred: Crime Prevention (H) - 05/14/2010

Title: Adds to the list of mandated child abuse reporters any adult living in the same household and
witnesses the abuse or neglect who is not subjected to the same suspected abusive conditions as the
child
Sponsor: LeVota, Paul
Abstract: HB 1867 -- Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse Sponsor: LeVota This bill adds to the list of mandatory
reporters of child abuse and neglect any adult who lives in the same household and witnesses the
abuse or neglect or possible abuse or neglect of a child who is not subjected to the same suspected
abusive conditions or circumstances as the child.
Status: Referred: Spec Standing Committee on Children & Families (H) - 05/14/2010

Title: Establishes the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act to prohibit large-scale commercial breeding of dogs
that is harmful and unhealthy
Sponsor: Low, Beth
Abstract: HB 1921 -- Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act Sponsor: Low This bill establishes the Puppy Mill Cruelty
Prevention Act which requires persons who breed dogs for commercial purposes to provide adequate
housing, shelter, food, water, exercise, living space, veterinary care, and rest between breeding cycles.
Commercial dog breeders are prohibited from breeding or raising for sale more than 50 intact dogs
over four months of age at any time. Veterinarians, dog transporters, retail pet stores, and
Status: Referred: Special Standing Committee on Urban Issues (H) - 05/14/2010

Title: Requires persons adopting a dog or cat to pay a fee of at least $50 which is refundable upon
verification that the animal has been spayed or neutered
Sponsor: Low, Beth
Abstract: HB 1926 -- Spaying and Neutering of Dogs and Cats Sponsor: Low This bill prohibits releasing
agencies from selling, trading, giving away, exchanging, releasing, adopting out, or transferring any dog
or cat that has not been spayed or neutered with certain specified exceptions. Any person adopting a
dog or cat must pay the releasing agency a conditionally refundable fee of at least $50. Upon written
verification that the adopted animal has been spayed or neutered or reasonable proof that the
Status: Referred: Special Standing Committee on Urban Issues (H) - 05/14/2010

Title: Establishes the Missouri Animal Care Advisory Committee to review and make recommendations on
the welfare of poultry, livestock, and licensed dog breeding facilities in this state
Sponsor: Munzlinger, Brian
Abstract: HB 2291 -- Missouri Animal Care Advisory Committee Sponsor: Munzlinger This bill establishes the
Missouri Animal Care Advisory Committee within the Department of Agriculture to review and make
recommendations on the welfare of poultry, livestock, and licensed dog breeding facilities in this state.
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The 18-member committee will consist of: (1) The department director who will be a nonvoting member
and serve as chair of the board; (2) The chair of the Missouri Senate Agriculture Committee as a
Status: Public Hearing Completed (H) - 04/13/2010
Number: MO SB 632 - Updated (Status 01/13/2010)

Title:Modifies provisions relating to dog fighting
Sponsor: Cunningham
Abstract: SB 632 - This act increases the penalty for being a spectator at a dog fighting event from a Class A
misdemeanor to a Class D felony for a second or subsequent offense. A person performing a lawful
seizure because of a dog fighting violation, whether acting under the authority of a warrant or not, shall
be given a disposition hearing within 30 days of the filing of the request in order to grant immediate
disposition of the impounded dog. The person seizing the dog shall place it in the care of a
Status: Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee - 01/13/2010
Number: MO SB 664 - Updated (Status 01/13/2010)

Title:Modifies provisions relating to dog fighting
Sponsor: Rupp
Abstract: SB 664 - This act increases the penalty for being a spectator at a dog fighting event from a Class A
misdemeanor to a Class D felony for a second or subsequent offense. A person performing a lawful
seizure because of a dog fighting violation, whether acting under the authority of a warrant or not, shall
be given a disposition hearing within 30 days of the filing of the request in order to grant immediate
disposition of the impounded dog. The person seizing the dog shall place it in the care of a
Status: Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee - 01/13/2010
Mississippi - Adjourned 2010 13 Bills

Number: MS HB 34 - Updated (Text 03/15/2010)
Title:Crimes; revise prohibition against conducting certain animal fights.
Sponsor: Brown
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-11, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO REVISE THE CRIME OF
CONDUCTING CERTAIN ANIMAL FIGHTS; TO BRING FROWARD SECTION 97-41-18, MISSISSIPPI
CODE OF 1972, WHICH PROHIBITS FIGHTS BETWEEN DOGS AND HOGS, FOR PURPOSES OF
POSSIBLE AMENDMENT; TO BRING FORWARD SECTION 97-41-19, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972,
WHICH PROHIBITS DOG FIGHTS, FOR PURPOSES OF POSSIBLE AMENDMENT; AND FOR RELATED
PURPOSES.
Status: (H) Died In Committee - 02/02/2010
Number: MS HB 783 - Updated (Status 02/02/2010)

Title:Food unsafe for human consumption; authorize State Health Officer to prohibit sale of in this state.
Sponsor: Gardner
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTIONS 69-1-18 AND 75-29-5, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO AUTHORIZE
THE STATE HEALTH OFFICER, WITH THE CONSENT OF THE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE
AND COMMERCE, TO PROHIBIT THE SALE OF FOOD DEEMED UNSAFE FOR HUMAN
CONSUMPTION IN THIS STATE; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.
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Title: CON; issue for add'l ICF-MR beds at community living program for developmentally disabled adults in
Madison County.
Sponsor: Martinson
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 41-7-191, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE
OF A CERTIFICATE OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL ICF-MR BEDS IN AN EXISTING COMMUNITY LIVING
PROGRAM FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED ADULTS IN MADISON COUNTY; AND FOR RELATED
PURPOSES.

Title:Crimes; revise crime of animal cruelty and exempt certain activities from constituting the crime.
Sponsor: Snowden
ANIMAL CRUELTY; TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN MISDEMEANOR AND FELONY DEGREES OF THE
CRIME; TO CLARIFY AND REVISE THE ELEMENTS OF THE OFFENSE; TO DEFINE CERTAIN TERMS
RELATING TO THE CRIME; TO SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT CERTAIN ACTIVITIES FROM CONSTITUTING
THE CRIME; TO REPEAL SECTIONS 97-41-3, 97-41-5, 97-41-7, 97-41-9, 97-41-13, 97-41-15, 97-41-16
AND 97-41-17, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, WHICH RELATE TO THE VARIOUS PROHIBITIONS

Title:CON; issue for nursing home in Holmes County.
Sponsor: Clark
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 41-7-191, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO AUTHORIZE THE STATE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ISSUE A CERTIFICATE OF NEED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OR
EXPANSION OF NURSING FACILITY BEDS OR THE CONVERSION OF OTHER BEDS TO NURSING
FACILITY BEDS IN HOLMES COUNTY, NOT TO EXCEED SIXTY BEDS; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.

Title: CON; authorize transfer of nursing home beds from Hancock County and new nursing home beds in
Lamar County.
Sponsor: Compretta
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 41-7-191, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO DIRECT THE STATE
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO TRANSFER AND RELOCATE NURSING FACILITY BEDS FORMERLY
LICENSED IN HANCOCK COUNTY TO THREE LOCATIONS IN STONE, LAMAR AND HANCOCK
COUNTIES; TO DIRECT THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO ISSUE A CERTIFICATE OF NEED
FOR NURSING FACILITY BEDS IN LAMAR COUNTY; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.

Title: Crimes; clarify criminal offense of cruelty to dogs or cats.
Sponsor: Bennett
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-16, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO CLARIFY THE CRIMINAL
OFFENSE OF MALICIOUS OR MISCHIEVOUS INJURY TO A DOG OR CAT; TO PROVIDE THAT CERTAIN
ACTIVITIES WILL NOT CONSTITUTE THE CRIMINAL OFFENSE; TO AMEND SECTIONS 97-41-1, 97-41-
5, 97-41-7 AND 97-41-9, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, IN CONFORMITY TO THE PROVISIONS OF THIS
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5, 97-41-7 AND 97-41-9, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, IN CONFORMITY TO THE PROVISIONS OF THIS
ACT; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.
Number: MS SB 2074 - Updated (Status 02/02/2010)

Title:Animal cruelty; revise.
Sponsor: Dearing
Abstract: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH LAWS AGAINST THE CRUELTY OF ANY DOG OR CAT; TO ESTABLISH THE
CRITERIA FROM WHICH A PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY AND WITH CRIMINAL NEGLIGENCE COMMITS
THE ACT OF CRUELTY TO ANY DOG OR CAT SHALL BE CHARGED; TO ESTABLISH THE ACT OF
AGGRAVATED CRUELTY; TO ESTABLISH THAT ANYONE GUILTY OF AN ACT OF AGGRAVATED
CRUELTY SHALL BE CHARGED WITH A FELONY; TO REPEAL SECTIONS 97-41-1, 97-41-5, 97-41-7
AND 97-41-9, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, WHICH DEAL WITH ANIMAL CRUELTY; AND FOR RELATED
PURPOSES.
Status: (S) Died In Committee - 02/02/2010

Title:Animal cruelty; revise offense.
Sponsor: Dearing
CRUELTY TO ANIMALS, TO INCORPORATE ELEMENTS OF OFFENSES FOUND ELSEWHERE IN
CHAPTER 41, AND TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN MISDEMEANOR AND FELONY DEGREES OF THE
OFFENSE; TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-3, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO REVISE THE PROCESS BY
WHICH AN ANIMAL MAY BE LAWFULLY DESTROYED, AND TO GRANT IMMUNITY TO THOSE ACTING
UNDER THE SECTION IN GOOD FAITH; TO ENACT DEFINITIONS; TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS FROM
THE APPLICATION

Sponsor: Hewes
Abstract: AN ACT TO CREATE SECTION 97-41-25, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROHIBIT CRUELTY TO
VERTEBRATE ANIMALS; TO CREATE SECTION 97-41-27, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO ESTABLISH
THE CRIME OF AGGRAVATED CRUELTY TO ANY DOMESTICATED DOG OR CAT; TO CREATE SECTION
97-41-29, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS FROM CRIMINAL LIABILITY
UNDER THE CHAPTER; TO CREATE SECTION 97-41-31, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO ENACT
DEFINITIONS; TO REPEAL SECTIONS 97-41-1, 97-41-5, 97-41-7, 97-41-9 AND 97-41-16,

Title:Stalking; revise elements of offense.
Sponsor: Blount
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 97-3-107, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO REVISE THE ELEMENTS OF
THE OFFENSE OF STALKING AND AGGRAVATED STALKING; TO ENACT DEFINITIONS; TO CLARIFY
AND REVISE TERMS OF PUNISHMENT; TO CLARIFY VENUE FOR PROSECUTION OF THE OFFENSE;
AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.
Status: (H) Died On Calendar - 03/10/2010
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Number: MS SB 2971 - Updated (Text 03/15/2010)
Sponsor: Dearing
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-1, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROVIDE A STATEMENT OF
LEGISLATIVE INTENT AS TO THE PURPOSE OF THE LAWS CONCERNING ANIMAL CRUELTY AND
OTHER OFFENSES AGAINST ANIMALS; TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-3, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972,
TO ENACT DEFINITIONS; TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-5, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO CREATE
THE MISDEMEANOR OFFENSE OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS; TO AMEND SECTION 97-41-7, MISSISSIPPI
CODE OF 1972, TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF AGGRAVATED CRUELTY TO A DOG OR CAT, AND TO

Sponsor: Dearing
Abstract: AN ACT TO CREATE SECTION 97-41-25, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROHIBIT CRUELTY TO
VERTEBRATE ANIMALS; TO CREATE SECTION 97-41-27, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO ESTABLISH
THE CRIME OF AGGRAVATED CRUELTY TO ANY DOMESTICATED DOG OR CAT; TO CREATE SECTION
97-41-29, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS FROM CRIMINAL LIABILITY
UNDER THE CHAPTER; TO REPEAL SECTIONS 97-41-1, 97-41-5, 97-41-7, 97-41-9 AND 97-41-16,
MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, WHICH DEAL WITH ANIMAL CRUELTY; AND FOR RELATED
Mississippi - 2nd Special Session - Adjourned 2010 4 Bills

Title:Controlled substances; include synthetic cannabinoids.
Sponsor: Banks
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 41-29-113, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO INCLUDE VARIOUS
SYNTHETIC CANNABINOIDS IN SCHEDULE I; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.

Sponsor: Peranich

Sponsor: Martinson
Number: MS SB 2006 - Updated (New 08/27/2010)
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Title: Synthetic cannabinoids; revise Schedule I to include.
Sponsor: Hewes
Montana - Prefiled Drafts 2011 3 Bills

Number: MT LC 192 - Updated (New 10/25/2010)
Title: Clarify the definition of "local owner" in Renewable Portfolio Standard
Abstract: A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED: "AN ACT CLARIFYING THE DEFINITION OF "LOCAL OWNERS" IN THE
MONTANA RENEWABLE POWER PRODUCTION AND RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT;
AMENDING SECTION 69-3-2003, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE AND AN
APPLICABILITY DATE."
Status: (C) Draft in Assembly/Executive Director Review - 09/21/2010

Title: Revise renewable portfolio standard to include hydropower expansions
Abstract: A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED: "AN ACT REVISING THE DEFINITION OF "ELIGIBLE RENEWABLE
RESOURCE" TO INCLUDE HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT EXPANSIONS; GRANTING THE PUBLIC
SERVICE COMMISSION RULEMAKING AUTHORITY OVER HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT EXPANSIONS;
AMENDING SECTIONS 69-3-2003 AND 69-3-2006, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE
DATE AND AN APPLICABILITY DATE."
Status: (C) Draft in Assembly/Executive Director Review - 09/21/2010

Title: Protect veterinarians for reporting animal abuse
Status: (C) Draft Request Received - 09/13/2010
North Carolina - Adjourned 2009-10 122 Bills

Number: NC H 6 - Updated (Hearing 03/03/2009)
Title: Davie's Law/Humane Euthanasia in Shelters.
Sponsor: Allred
Abstract: AN ACT to provide for humane euthanasia of animals in animal shelters.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Agriculture, if favorable, Judiciary II - 02/12/2009

Title: Regulate Euthanasia of Animals.
Sponsor: Tarleton
Abstract: AN ACT to regulate the euthanasia of animals and to specify certain methods of euthanasia of animals.
Status: House Re-ref Com On Judiciary II - 05/06/2009
Number: NC H 36 - Updated (Status 03/18/2009)

Title: Special Plate for Mining, Travel, and Tourism.
Sponsor: Gillespie
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the North Carolina Gold
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Foundation, INc.
Status: House Re-ref Com On Finance - 03/18/2009

Title:Special Plate for the Beekeepers Association.
Sponsor: Tarleton
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the North Carolina State
BeeKeepers Association, inc.
Number: NC H 128 - Updated (Text, Status 02/12/2009)

Title: Authorize Grandfather Mtn. as State Park.
Sponsor: Frye
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the addition of GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN STATE PARK to the state parks system.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Environment and Natural Resources, if favorable, Appropriations -
02/12/2009

Title: Special Plate for ARTS NC.
Sponsor: Carney
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for arts North carolina, Inc.

Title:Special Plate for the Horse Council.
Sponsor: Dickson
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the North carolina
Horse council, Inc.

Title:"Choose Life" Special Plate.
Sponsor: Gillespie
Abstract: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO ISSUE A "CHOOSE LIFE" SPECIAL
LICENSE PLATE.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House, if favorable, Transportation, if
favorable, Finance - 02/17/2009

Title:Spay/Neuter Program Transfer/Funds.
Sponsor: Harrison
Abstract: AN ACT TO TRANSFER ADMINISTRATION OF THE VOLUNTARY SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES and to amend the funding for the
Spay/neuter account.
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Title:Special Plate for Cure Search.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the National Childhood
CANCER Foundation.

Title:Mountains-to-Sea Trail Special Plate.
Sponsor: Wiley
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the friends of the
mountains-to-sea trail, Inc.

Title:Partially Disabled Vets/Free Plates/Parking.
Sponsor: Underhill
Abstract: AN ACT to provide SPECIAL partially DISABLED VETERAN plates to AN APPLICANT free of charge and
to allow partially disabled veterans to park for free when displaying the partially disabled veteran
SPECIAL plate.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, Finance - 03/02/2009

Title: Civil War Special Plate.
Sponsor: Haire
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a civil war special plate.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, Finance - 03/03/2009

Title:Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Credit.
Sponsor: Holliman
Abstract: AN ACT to extend the sunset for the renewable energy tax credit to match the federal tax credit, to
encourage installation of combined heat and power property and geothermal heat pumps, and to allow
energy tax credits to be taken against the gross premium tax.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Energy and Energy Efficiency, if favorable, Finance - 03/04/2009

Title:Certified Technicians for Animal Euthanasia.
Sponsor: Allred
Abstract: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO CERTIFY
PERSONS TO ORDER, POSSESS, AND ADMINISTER DRUGS FOR ANIMAL EUTHANASIAAND TO
AUTHORIZE ANIMAL SHELTERS that CONTRACT WITH THESE PERSONS TO APPLY FOR
REGISTRATION UNDER THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Agriculture, if favorable, Health, if favorable, Judiciary II - 03/05/2009
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Title:Enhanced Notice for Animal Waste Permittees.
Sponsor: Setzer
Abstract: AN ACT to require individual notice to animal waste management system General permit holders prior
to any Public meetings conducted by the Department of Environment and Natural resources regarding
revisions to or renewal of the general permit.
Status: House Re-ref Com On Environment and Natural Resources - 03/25/2009
Number: NC H 460 - Updated (Text 03/10/2009)

Title: Commercial dog breeders.
Sponsor: Jeffus
Abstract: AN ACT to regulate the commercial breeding of dogs.
Status: House Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House - 03/09/2009

Title:Extend Animal Waste Operation Inspection Pgm.
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: AN ACT TO EXTEND THE sunset for the pilot program regarding annual inspections of animal
operations that are subject to a general permit for an animal waste management system.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-84 - 06/11/2009

Title:Special License Plate for Volleyball Assoc.
Sponsor: McGee
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a carolina regional volleyball association
special registration plate.

Title:Incentives for Energy Conservation.
Sponsor: Holliman
Abstract: AN ACT to extend the credit for investing in renewable energy property to geothermal heat pumps and
equipment, to allow the credit to be taken against the gross premiums tax, and to extend the sunset for
the credit.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-548 - 08/28/2009

Title: Study Fire Ants.
Sponsor: Lewis
Abstract: AN ACT to create the Legislative Study committee on the impact and control of fire ants in north carolina.
Status: House Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House - 04/15/2009

Title: Donate Life Plate Special Plate.
Sponsor: Gillespie
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Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to issue a Donate life special REGISTRATION plate.

Title: Amend Private Protective Services Act.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the private protective services act.

Title:Battle of Kings Mountain Special Plate.
Sponsor: Moore
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the battle of kings
mountain.

Title:Add Definition of Biodiesel.
Sponsor: Harrison
Abstract: AN ACT to add the definition of biodiesel to the energy credit banking and selling program for the quality
and safety of motorists.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Energy and Energy Efficiency, if favorable, Finance - 03/16/2009

Title: Phase Out Lagoon and Sprayfield Systems.
Sponsor: Harrison
Abstract: AN ACT to phase out traditional animal waste management systems that serve swine farms.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Environment and Natural Resources, if favorable, Finance - 03/16/2009

Title: Restraining of Dogs.
Sponsor: Yongue
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the criminal law concerning restraining of dogs.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Wildlife Resources, if favorable, Judiciary II, if favorable, Appropriations -
03/18/2009

Title:Adjust Conflict Threshold.
Sponsor: Guice
Abstract: AN ACT to adjust the exemption limits for small local governments in the public contracting statutes to
account for inflation since last adjusted seven years ago.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-226 - 06/30/2009

Title: Pamlico-Tar River Foundation Special Plate.
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Sponsor: McLawhorn
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the pamlico-tar river
foundation.

Title: Regulate Comm. Breeding/Dogs.
Sponsor: McElraft
Abstract: AN ACT to regulate commercial dog breeding.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Agriculture, if favorable, Finance - 03/23/2009

Title:2009 Appointments Bill.
Sponsor: Owens
Abstract: AN ACT to appoint persons to various public OFFICES upon the recommendation of the speaker of the
house of representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the senate.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-470 - 08/11/2009

Title:Delineate River Basins.
Sponsor: Allen
Abstract: AN ACT to delineate the boundaries of the river basins of north carolina for the purpose of aligning the
river basin planning programs of the division of water resources and the division of water quality in the
department of environment and natural resources, as recommended by the 2008 report of the water
allocation study to the environmental review commission.

Title: Funds/Zoo/North American Upgrade.
Sponsor: E. Warren
Abstract: AN ACT to appropriate funds for improvements at the north carolina zoological park.
Status: House Ref To Com On Appropriations - 03/26/2009

Title:Support Soccer Special Plate.
Sponsor: Harrell
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a "Support Soccer" special Registration
plate for the North Carolina Soccer Hall of Fame, Inc.

Title: Modify Appropriations Act.
Sponsor: Tillis
Abstract: AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL, CLARIFYING, AND OTHER MODIFICATIONS TO THE APPROPRIATIONS
ACT OF 2009.
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Status: Ch. SL 2009-575 - 09/10/2009

Title:Children's Home Society Special Plate.
Sponsor: Jeffus
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a special plate for the children's Home
society of North CAROLINA that bears the phrase "ADOption works."

Title:Neuse River Foundation Special Plate.
Sponsor: Underhill
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the Neuse river
foundation.

Title:Special Plate/U.S. Service Academy Graduates.
Sponsor: Killian
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for GRADUATES of the
united states service academies, which INCLUDE the United States air force academy, the united
states coast guard academy, the United States merchant marine academy, the united States Military
academy, and the UNited States naval academy.

Title:Appropriations Act of 2009.
Sponsor: Michaux
Abstract: AN ACT TO MAKE BASE BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT OPERATIONS OF STATE
DEPARTMENTS, INSTITUTIONS, AND AGENCIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Finance, if favorable, Appropriations - 04/01/2009

Sponsor: Michaux
Status: House Ref to the Com on Finance, if favorable, Appropriations - 04/01/2009

Title:Washington Deannexation/Dare Trapping.
Sponsor: Braxton
Abstract: AN ACT TO amend the trapping laws IN DARE COUNTY and to remove the warren Field Airport from the
corporate limits of the city of Washington.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-469 - 08/11/2009
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Title:The Studies Act of 2009.
Sponsor: Sutton
Abstract: AN ACT to provide for studies by the Commission, statutory oversight committees and commissions,
and other agencies, committees, and commissions.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-574 - 09/10/2009

Title:County Board of Health/Optometrist.
Sponsor: Allen
Abstract: AN ACT TO ALLOW THE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO APPOINT A LICENSED
OPTOMETRIST FROM ANOTHER COUNTY TO THE COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH UNDER CERTAIN
CIRCUMSTANCES AND TO ABOLISH THE STATE BOARD OF OSTEOPATHIC EXAMINATION AND
REGISTRATION. The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts: SECTION 1. G.S. 130A?35 reads as
rewritten: "§ 130A?35. County board of health; appointment; terms. (a) A county board of health shall be
the policy?making, rule?making and adjudicatory body for a county health
Status: Ch. SL 2009-447 - 08/07/2009

Title: Granville County Hunting.
Sponsor: Crawford
Abstract: AN ACT to regulate hunting in granville county.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-45 - 05/28/2009

Title: Funds/Zoo/African Pavilion.
Sponsor: E. Warren
Status: House Ref To Com On Appropriations - 04/02/2009

Title:Update Rabies Law.
Sponsor: Farmer-Butterfield
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND THE RABIES LAWS TO CONFORM WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE PUBLIC HEALTH
VETERINARIANS AND TO ALLOW STRAY OR FERAL ANIMALs TO BE EUTHANIZED AND TESTED FOR
RABIES after biting a human.

Title:Extend State Vet's Animal Disease Authority.
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: AN ACT to remove the sunset provision of the act that strengthened the authority of the state veterinarian
to prevent and control an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease and other foreign animal diseases.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-103 - 06/15/2009
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Title:Protect Search and Rescue Animal.
Sponsor: Frye
Abstract: AN ACT to provide the same protections to search and rescue animals as those provided to law
enforcement agency animals and animals that assist the disabled.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-460 - 08/07/2009

Title: Water Resource Policy Act of 2009.
Sponsor: Allen
Abstract: AN ACT to enact the water resource policy act of 2009.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Water Resources and Infrastructure, if favorable, Finance - 04/07/2009

Title:Update NC Meat Inspection Act.
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: AN ACT to update north carolina's meat inspection act to be equivalent to federal standards by
exempting ostriches from inspection fees, exempting rabbits from the poultry products inspection act,
and chaNGING THE THRESHOLDS UNDER the poultry producer exemption for processing poultry
products for interstate commerce.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-102 - 06/15/2009

Title:Standardize Wild Boar Seasons/Swine Study.
Sponsor: Haire
Abstract: AN ACT to standardize wild boar hunting season and the harvesting of feral swine and to direct the
department of agriculture and consumer services to study issues related to the importation of feral
swine in north carolina.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-89 - 06/11/2009

Title:Brenner Children's Hospital Special Plate.
Sponsor: Folwell
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the brenner children's
hospital.

Title:Study Land Application of Septage and Sludge.
Sponsor: Blackwood
Abstract: AN ACT to direct the department of agriculture and consumer services to study whether the current
regulation of the land application of septage and sludge adequately protects human health and the
environment.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Agriculture, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House -
04/08/2009
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Title:Update NPDES Permitting for CAFOs.
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: AN ACT to update the National pollutant discharge elimination system (NPDES) permitting
requirements for confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs).
Status: Ch. SL 2009-92 - 06/11/2009

Title: Disposal of Unclaimed Animals.
Sponsor: Harrison
Abstract: AN ACT to expand application of the law concerning the holding and disposal of unclaimed animals.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Agriculture, if favorable, Judiciary I - 04/08/2009

Title:Prohibit Penning of Wildlife.
Sponsor: Harrell
Abstract: AN ACT to prohibit the placing of live foxes or coyotes in enclosed areas for the purpose of field trials or
the training of dogs.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Wildlife Resources, if favorable, Finance - 04/09/2009

Title:Revise NC River Basins.
Sponsor: Stiller
Abstract: AN ACT to provide that the area of the state that is denoted by the eight?digit cataloging unit 03040208
organized by the united states geologic survey be considered a part of the Cape Fear River Basin For
purposes of regulation under part 2A of Article 21 of Chapter 143 of the General Statutes and to
delineate the boundaries of the river basins of north carolina for the purpose of aligning the river basin
planning programs of the division of water resources and the division of water quality in

Title:Moratorium on EMC Rule Making.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT to prohibit the environmental management commission from adopting certain permanent rules
from the effective date of this act until July 1, 2011, except under certain circumstances.
Status: House Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House - 08/07/2009

Title:Amend Irrigation Contractors' Licensing Laws.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT amending the laws regulating irrigation contractors to provide substantive requirements for
licensing corporations, to provide for the issuance of licenses to nonresidents, to clarify the fee
structure, and to make other conforming changes.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Finance - 08/05/2009
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Title:Confinement of Biting Dogs and Cats.
Sponsor: Blue
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the law regarding the confinement of biting dogs and cats to provide that those
animals shall be confined on their owner's property unless circumstances justify confining them
elsewhere.
Status: House Ref to the Com on Health, if favorable, Judiciary II - 04/09/2009

Title:Drug Felon/No Large Dogs.
Sponsor: Burr
Abstract: AN ACT to provide that a person who is convicted of a felony drug offense and sentenced to community
or intermediate punishment shall have imposed as a special condition of probation that the person
shall not own or have a dog that weighs more than fourteen pounds either on his or her residential
premises or in a motor vehicle the person is driving and to provide that a person convicted of a felony
drug offense shall not own or have a dog that weighs more than fourteen pounds either in a motor
Status: House Re-ref Com On Judiciary II - 05/07/2009

Title: Farmland Preservation Special Plate.
Sponsor: Hill
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for Farmland Preservation.

Title:Two-Thirds Bonds Act of 2008.
Sponsor: Owens
Abstract: AN ACT to make technical corrections to the two?thirds bonds act of 2008; to provide for the issuance of
additional general obligation bonds to finance the costs of the biomedical research imaging center and
repairs and renovations of state facilities; to provide authority for the state to select the appropriate form
of debt to issue in order to finance various projects; to reduce the special indebtedness authorizations
for various projects in order to generate additional debt capacity; and to
Status: Ch. SL 2009-209 - 06/29/2009

Title:Special Plate for Senior Games.
Sponsor: E. Warren
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the North Carolina
Senior Games.

Title: Special Plate for the NC Wildlife Federation.
Sponsor: Underhill
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the north carolina
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wildlife federation, Inc.

Title:Special Plate for Green Industry Council.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the Green industry
council.

Title:NC Veterinary Medical Assoc. Special Plate.
Sponsor: Dollar
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the NC Veterinary
medical Association.

Title:Study Special Tax Reduction Provisions.
Sponsor: Gibson
Abstract: AN ACT to require the revenue laws study committee to study special provisions in the north carolina tax
code.
Status: House Ref To Com On Finance - 05/06/2009

Title:Carolinas Credit Union Special Plate.
Sponsor: Steen
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the carolinas Credit
union FOUNDATION, Inc.

Title:Animal Euthanasia Technicians.
Sponsor: Ross
Abstract: AN ACT to AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO REgister animal
shelters under the North Carolina Controlled substances Act for the limited purpose of obtaining,
possessing, and using DRUGS FOR ANIMAL EUTHANASIA, TO AUTHORIZE certified euthanasia
technicians to administer these drugs to euthanize DOGS and CATS on the premises of the animal
shelter, AND to give the Department of agriculture and Consumer services explicit authorization to reject
certification OF or to decertify
Status: Ch. SL 2010-127 - 07/21/2010
Number: NC S 3 - Updated (Status 08/05/2009)

Title: Smoky Mountains National Park Plate Changes.
Sponsor: John Snow
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Abstract: AN ACT to allow the use of fees collected from the Friends of the great Smoky Mountains National Park
Special State Attraction plate to be used for ordinary administrative AND OPERATING EXPENSES AND
TO AUTHORIZE THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO ISSUE VARIOUS SPECIAL PLATES ON A
BACKGROUND OTHER THAN "FIRST IN FLIGHT." The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts:
SECTION 1. G.S. 20?81.12(b2) (1c) reads as rewritten: "(1c) Friends of the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park. – The revenue
Status: House Ref To Com On Finance - 08/05/2009
Number: NC S 24 - Updated (Text, Status 02/03/2009)

Title:Special Plate for the Given Memorial Library.
Sponsor: Harris Blake
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a "Home of american golf" special
Registration plate for the given memorial library, Inc.

Title:Special Plate for Cure Search.
Sponsor: William R. Purcell
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the National Childhood
CANCER Foundation.

Title: Authorize Grandfather Mtn. as State Park.
Sponsor: Joe Sam Queen
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the addition of GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN STATE PARK to the state parks system.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-12 - 03/31/2009

Title: Authorize Various Special Plates.
Sponsor: David W. Hoyle
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to issue various special registration plates.

Title:Special Plate for the Horse Council.
Sponsor: David F. Weinstein
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the North carolina
Horse council, Inc.

Title: Support Soccer Special Plate.
Sponsor: Katie G. Dorsett
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a "Support Soccer" special Registration
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plate for the North Carolina Soccer Hall of Fame, Inc.

Title:Special Plate for Carolina's Golf Association.
Sponsor: Harry Brown
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the carolinas golf
association.

Title: Special Plate for ARTS NC.
Sponsor: Tony Rand
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for arts North carolina, Inc.

Title:Honor Bob Scott.
Sponsor: Tony Foriest
Abstract: A JOINT RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of robert Walter "Bob" scott, former governor of
north carolina.
Status: Senate Re-ref Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate - 07/14/2009

Title:Jaycees Special Plate.
Sponsor: Peter S. Brunstetter
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a jaycees special registration plate for the
North carolina jaycees.

Title: Davie's Law/Humane Euthanasia in Shelters.
Abstract: AN ACT to provide for humane euthanasia of animals in animal shelters.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Judiciary I - 02/18/2009

Title:"Choose Life" Special Plate.
Sponsor: Austin M. Allran
Abstract: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO ISSUE A "CHOOSE LIFE" SPECIAL
LICENSE PLATE.

Title: Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Credit.
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Sponsor: Josh Stein
Abstract: AN ACT to extend the sunset for the renewable energy tax credit to match the federal tax credit, to
encourage installation of combined heat and power property and geothermal heat pumps, and to allow
energy tax credits to be taken against the gross premium tax.

Title:Incentives for Energy Conservation.
Sponsor: Daniel G. Clodfelter
Abstract: AN ACT to create incentives for high-performance homes and renewable energy, to require reporting on
energy usage by public schools and state institutions of higher learning, and to add the Design
principles of the NC Healthybuilt homes program to the certification or rating systems that may qualify
for building permit fee reductions or partial rebates allowed by counties and cities in order to encourage
construction of buildings using sustainable design to achieve energy efficiency.
Status: Senate Re-ref Com On Finance - 02/26/2009

Title: Regulate Ownership & Use of Certain Reptiles.
Sponsor: Ed Jones
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the law regulating the use of certain reptiles.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-344 - 07/27/2009

Title:Mountains-to-Sea Trail Special Plate.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the friends of the
mountains-to-sea trail, Inc.
Number: NC S 338 - Updated (Hearing 03/10/2009)

Title: Union Fire Fees.
Sponsor: W. Edward (Eddie) Goodall
Abstract: AN ACT to allow union county to adjust its fire protection fees.

Title:Add Definition of Biodiesel.
Sponsor: John Snow
Abstract: AN ACT to add the definition of biodiesel to the energy credit banking and selling program for the quality
and safety of motorists and to make a conforming change to the alternative fuel revolving fund.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-237 - 06/30/2009

Title: Commercial Dog Breeder Regulation.
Sponsor: Don Davis
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Abstract: AN ACT to ELIMINATE abusive PRACTICES and provide for the humane care and treatment of dogs and
puppies by Establishing standards for their care at commercial breeding operations, excluding kennels
or establishments operated for the purpose of boarding or training hunting, sporting, herding, show, or
working dogs.

Title:Recover Pets/Relieve Overcrowding at Shelters.
Sponsor: Floyd B. McKissick, Jr.
Abstract: AN ACT to assist owners in recovering lost pets, relieve Overcrowding at animal shelters, and facilitate
adoptions of animals from shelters.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-304 - 07/17/2009

Title:Certified Technicians for Animal Euthanasia.
Sponsor: David F. Weinstein
Abstract: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO CERTIFY
PERSONS TO ORDER, POSSESS, AND ADMINISTER DRUGS FOR ANIMAL EUTHANASIAAND TO
AUTHORIZE ANIMAL SHELTERS that CONTRACT WITH THESE PERSONS TO APPLY FOR
REGISTRATION UNDER THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Agriculture/Environment/Natural Resources - 03/10/2009

Title:Special Plate/Old Hickory Boy Scout Council.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the boy scouts of
america.

Sponsor: Neal Hunt

Title:Special Plate for the NC Wildlife Federation.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the north carolina
wildlife federation, Inc.

Title: P.E.O. Special Registration Plate.
Sponsor: John Snow
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Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for P.E.O. International.

Title:Master Gardener Special Plate.
Sponsor: Richard Stevens
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a north carolina master gardener
special plate.

Title:Special Plate for Girl Scouts.
Sponsor: Richard Stevens
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the Girl scouts of the
u.s.a.

Title:Prohibit Sale of Novelty Lighters.
Sponsor: Austin M. Allran
Abstract: AN ACT to prohibit the retail sale and distribution of novelty lighters, as recommended by the child
fatality task force.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-230 - 06/30/2009

Title:Amend Rabies Laws.
Sponsor: William R. Purcell
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND THE RABIES LAWS TO CONFORM WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE PUBLIC HEALTH
VETERINARIANS AND TO ALLOW STRAY OR FERAL ANIMALs TO BE EUTHANIZED AND TESTED FOR
RABIES after biting a human.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-327 - 07/24/2009
Number: NC S 676 - Updated (Text 03/20/2009)

Title: Funds/Zoo/African Pavilion.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Appropriations/Base Budget - 03/19/2009

Title: Funds/Zoo/North American Upgrade.
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Title: Restraining of Dogs.
Sponsor: Linda Garrou
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the criminal law concerning restraining of dogs.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Judiciary I - 03/24/2009

Title: Civil War Special Plate.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a civil war special plate.

Title:Friends of Camp Daniel Boone Special Plate.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a Friends of Camp Daniel Boone
special plate for the Daniel Boone Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

Sponsor: Vernon Malone

Title:S.T.A.R. Special Plate.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor VEHICLES to produce a S.T.A.R. special plate for save the
animals rescue.

Title: Native Brook Trout Special Plate.
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for native brook trout.

Title:Transfer Secondary Roads to Counties.
Sponsor: Bob Rucho
Abstract: AN ACT to remove the secondary roads from the state highway system and to transfer the
RESPONSIBILITY for construction and MAINTENANCE of secondary roads to counties.
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Title:Delineate River Basins.
Abstract: AN ACT to delineate the boundaries of the river basins of north carolina for the purpose of aligning the
river basin planning programs of the division of water resources and the division of water quality in the
department of environment and natural resources, as recommended by the 2008 report of the water
allocation study to the environmental review commission.
Status: Senate Held by Senate - 04/28/2009

Title:Amendments to Environmental Laws 2009.
Sponsor: Charles W. Albertson
Abstract: AN ACT to amend certain environmental and natural resources laws to: (1) require electronic reporting
of environmental lead test results and blood lead test results; (2) clarify the fee structure for food and
lodging permits; (3) revise the sunset provision for nutrient offset payments; (4) amend the solid waste
disposal tax to streamline the process when a local government is served by a solid waste
management authority; (5) repeal the requirement that seasonal state park employees wear a
Status: Ch. SL 2009-484 - 08/26/2009

Title:Regulation of Lodging Establishments.
Sponsor: Fletcher L. Hartsell, Jr.
Abstract: AN ACT amending chapter 130A of the General statutes to define lodging establishments, to regulate
single-room occupancy, and to increase the minimum score for grading of lodging establishments;
authorizing cities and counties to regulate single-room occupancy facilities; establishing fees for the
inspection of lodging establishments; providing good-faith immunity to innkeepers who assist law
enforcement personnel in criminal investigations; and making conforming changes.
Status: Senate Ref to Commerce. If fav, re-ref to Finance - 03/26/2009

Title: Water Resource Policy Act of 2009.
Abstract: AN ACT to enact the water resource policy act of 2009.

Title:Special Plate for Phi Beta Sigma.
Sponsor: Vernon Malone
Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the division of motor vehicles to produce a special plate for the phi beta sigma
fraternity.

Title: Migratory Game Bird Season Authority.
Sponsor: A. B Swindell
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Abstract: AN ACT to authorize the wildlife resources commission to adopt season structures for migratory game
bird seasons and to allow the use of unplugged shotguns and electronic calls.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-221 - 06/30/2009

Title: Amend Trap Sizes.
Sponsor: A. B Swindell
Abstract: AN ACT to amend the law governing the sizes of traps for taking wild animals.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-120 - 06/19/2009

Title: Strengthen Dom. Vio. Protective Orders/Pets.
Sponsor: Julia Boseman
Abstract: AN ACT strengthening domestic violence protective orders to provide for the protection of pets.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-425 - 08/05/2009

Title:Sustainable Local Food Policy Council/Goal.
Sponsor: Charles W. Albertson
Abstract: AN ACT to establish the north carolina sustainable local food ADVISORY COUNCIL TO ADDRESS
PROGRAM AND POLICY CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE development of a sustainable local
food economy in north carolina.
Status: Ch. SL 2009-530 - 08/28/2009

Sponsor: Linda Garrou

Title:Animal Euthanasia Technicians.
Sponsor: Fletcher L. Hartsell, Jr.
Abstract: AN ACT to AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO REgister animal
shelters under the North Carolina Controlled substances Act for the limited purpose of obtaining,
possessing, and using DRUGS FOR ANIMAL EUTHANASIA, TO AUTHORIZE certified euthanasia
technicians to administer these drugs to euthanize DOGS and CATS on the premises of the animal
shelter, AND to give the Department of agriculture and Consumer services explicit authorization to reject
certification OF or to decertify
Status: Senate Ref to Judiciary I. If fav, re-ref to Finance - 05/19/2010

Title: Spay/Neuter Program Transfer.
Sponsor: Floyd B. McKissick, Jr.
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Abstract: AN ACT TO TRANSFER ADMINISTRATION OF THE VOLUNTARY SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES and to amend the funding for the
Spay/neuter account.

Title: Susie's Law.
Sponsor: Don Vaughan
Abstract: AN ACT to increase the penalty for the malicious abuse, torture, or killing of an animal.
Status: Senate Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate - 05/20/2010
Nebraska - Adjourned 2009-10 39 Bills

Number: NE LB 39 - Updated (Status 06/09/2009)
Title: Adopt new rules of evidence relating to sexual offenses
Sponsor: Flood
Status: Provisions/portions of LB39 amended into LB97 by AM1094 - 05/29/2009
Number: NE LB 56 - Updated (Text, Status 05/14/2009)

Title: Change the Livestock Waste Management Act
Sponsor: Fischer
Status: Approved by Governor on May 13, 2009 - 05/13/2009

Title: Change provisions and penalties relating to assault, firearms and other weapons, graffiti, gang
affiliation, juveniles, bail, jailhouse informers, appeals, violence prevention, prisoner employment, and
dating violence policies
Sponsor: Friend

Title: Require animal care professionals to report cases of animal abandonment, cruel neglect, or cruel
mistreatment
Sponsor: Cornett

Title: Provide for the care of domestic animals in protection orders
Sponsor: McGill
Status: Indefinitely postponed - 04/14/2010

Title: Change provisions relating to foreign corporations, child enticement, child sexual assault, child
pornography, incest, sex offenders, use of technology, and providers of transportation services, and
adopt and change evidence rules regarding sexual conduct and admissibility of evidence
Sponsor: Lautenbaugh
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Title: Adopt the Anthrax Control Act
Sponsor: Carlson
Status: Approved by Governor on February 26, 2009 - 02/27/2009

Title: Change Pesticide Act provisions
Sponsor: Carlson
Status: Approved by Governor on February 26, 2009 - 02/27/2009

Title: Change provisions relating to fees, licenses, permits, funds, penalties, and damages under the Game
Law and the State Boat Act
Sponsor: Natural Resources Committee
Status: Approved by Governor on April 08, 2009 - 04/09/2009

Title: Adopt the Nebraska Shooting Range Protection Act
Sponsor: Langemeier
Status: Bill withdrawn - 01/16/2009

Title: Change provisions relating to tax incentive programs
Sponsor: Cornett
Status: Approved by Governor on April 22, 2009 - 04/22/2009

Title: Change revenue laws
Sponsor: Cornett

Title: Change provisions relating to barbering, pharmacy, physician assistants, certificates of need, hearing
instrument specialists, emergency medical services, tuberculosis detection and prevention, and
statewide trauma services
Sponsor: Gay

Title: Change provisions relating to pharmacy practice and pharmaceuticals
Sponsor: Gloor
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Title: Change the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act and adopt the Dog and Cat Purchase
Protection Act
Sponsor: Pahls

Title: Prohibit possession of animal fighting paraphernalia
Sponsor: Cornett
Status: President/Speaker signed - 04/09/2010

Title: Appropriate funds for state government expenses
Sponsor: Speaker Flood

Title: Change provisions relating to certain funds and provide for transfers of funds

Title: Eliminate governmental agency liability with respect to dogs
Sponsor: Cornett

Title: Terminate sales tax provisions
Sponsor: Pahls
Status: Pahls MO32 failed - 04/17/2009

Title: Change and suspend sales tax exemptions, change collection fees, change tax rates, state intent
relating to property tax relief
Sponsor: Pahls

Title: Authorize consultation between veterinarians and other health care professionals
Sponsor: Dierks

Title: Change provisions relating to the Concealed Handgun Permit Act
Sponsor: Christensen
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Title: Provide for licensure of animal therapists, change authorization for collaborative animal health care
tasks and veterinary drug distribution definitions, and change distribution of veterinary legend drugs
provisions
Sponsor: Dierks

Title: Exempt natural gas from sales tax and impose an excise tax on natural gas
Sponsor: Cornett

Title: Require animal health care professionals to report cases of animal abuse and change dangerous dog
provisions
Sponsor: McCoy

Title: Adopt the Nebraska Shooting Range Protection Act
Sponsor: Langemeier

Title: Provide tax incentives for windmill manufacturing
Sponsor: Dubas

Title: Exempt veterinarians from the Veterinary Drug Distributor Licensing Act
Sponsor: Dierks

Title: Exempt animal grooming from sales tax as prescribed
Sponsor: Dierks

Title: Adopt the Dog and Cat Purchase Protection Act
Sponsor: Dierks
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Title: Change the Pharmacy Practice Act to change provisions relating to medical gas distribution
Sponsor: Howard

Title: Provide for infrastructure system replacement cost recovery by certain natural gas public utilities
Sponsor: Friend

Title: Change the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act
Sponsor: Haar

Title: Adopt the Livestock Animal Welfare Act
Sponsor: Fischer
Status: Approved by Governor on March 17, 2010 - 03/17/2010

Title: Exempt certain public utility income for infrastructure replacement and sewer programs from sales tax
Sponsor: White

Title: Provide for seizures of pet animals and equines as prescribed
Sponsor: Karpisek
Number: NE LR 6 - Updated (New 01/15/2009)

Title: Constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate racetrack gaming
Sponsor: Karpisek
Status: Referred to Reference Committee - 01/14/2009
Number: NE LR 164 - Updated (Status 06/04/2009)

Title: Interim study to examine the federal Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of
2008 and its implementation in Nebraska
Sponsor: Campbell
Status: Referred to Health and Human Services Committee - 05/21/2009
Nebraska - 1st Special Session - Adjourned 2009-10 3 Bills

Title: Change appropriations relating to state government
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Status: Approved by Governor on November 20, 2009 - 11/20/2009

Title: Authorize transfers by the Legislature to the General Fund from various funds
Status: Approved by Governor on November 20, 2009 - 11/20/2009

Title: Change inspection provisions of the Commercial Dog and Cat Operator Inspection Act
Sponsor: Carlson
New Hampshire 2009-10 11 Bills

Number: NH HB 220 - Updated (Status 04/10/2009)
Title: Relative to civil proceedings for forfeiture of animals.
Sponsor: Skinder
Abstract: This bill requires that animals be taken into custody when a person is charged with cruelty to animals.
Status: H Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV; HJ 25, PG.838 - 03/24/2009
Number: NH HB 247 - Updated (Text, Status 06/24/2009)

Title: Relative to the assistance of the state veterinarian with the investigation and enforcement of animal
abuse laws.
Sponsor: Sad
Abstract: This bill allows the state veterinarian to assist law enforcement personnel with the investigation and
enforcement of animal abuse laws. This bill is a request of the state veterinarian.
Status: H Signed by the Governor 06/22/2009; Effective 08/21/2009; Chapter 0123 - 06/23/2009

Title: Requiring measurement of carbon dioxide produced and sequestered in this state.
Sponsor: Kurk
Abstract: This bill requires a measurement of carbon dioxide produced and sequestered in this state.

Title:Relative to the penalty for mistreating service animals.
Sponsor: Parkhurst
Abstract: This bill increases the penalty from a class A misdemeanor to a class B felony for cruelty to service
animals.

Title: Permitting the issue of temporary licenses for certain sellers of animals.
Sponsor: Skinder
Abstract: This bill permits the issue of temporary licenses for certain sellers of animals by the department of
agriculture, markets and food.
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Number: NH HB 345 - Updated (Text, Status 08/11/2009)

Title: Allowing physical therapists to practice on animals.
Sponsor: Hodges
Abstract: This bill allows licensed physical therapists to obtain special certification to practice on animals.
Status: H Signed by the Governor 08/07/2009; Effective 01/01/2010; Chapter 0311 - 08/10/2009

Title:Adding certain terms regarding non-discrimination to the laws.
Sponsor: Butler
Abstract: This bill defines gender identity and expression and adds it to the list of classes of people protected
from discrimination.
Status: S Inexpedient to Legislate, RC 24Y - 0N, MA === BILL KILLED ===; SJ 12, pg.256 - 04/29/2009

Title: Relative to the care and treatment of dogs by breeders within the state.
Sponsor: Kepner
Abstract: This bill requires certain standards of care and treatment of dogs by breeders within the state.
Status: H Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DIV 318-25; HJ 16, PG.751 - 02/10/2010

Title: Relative to the tethering of dogs.
Sponsor: Kepner
Abstract: This bill adds tethering of dogs for extended periods of time to the definition of criminal animal cruelty.
Number: NH SB 156 - Updated (Text, Status 07/22/2009)

Title:Relative to the commission to study the creation of an animal care worker classification.
Sponsor: Cilley
Abstract: This bill extends and adds new members to the commission to study the creation of an animal care
worker classification.
Status: S Signed by the Governor on 07/16/2009; Effective 07/16/2009; Chapter 0262 - 07/16/2009
Number: NH SB 365 - Updated (Status 05/11/2010)

Title:(New Title) requiring the sterilization of animals adopted from shelters and rescue groups.
Sponsor: Roberge
Abstract: This bill requires animal shelter facilities and animal rescue groups to have dogs and cats sterilized
before adoption. The bill allows the state veterinarian to grant up to 2 one-year waivers from this
sterilization requirement to certain animal shelter facilities and animal rescue groups.
Status: H Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DIV 279-54; HJ 36, PG.1721 - 04/28/2010
New Jersey 2010-11 76 Bills

Number: NJ A 248 - Updated (New 01/13/2010)
Title: Concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to guide dogs, service
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dogs, or hearing assistance dogs harbored upon the insured property and supplementing Title 17 of
the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Vandervalk, Charlotte
Abstract: Prohibits use of certain underwriting guidelines by insurers pertaining to guide dogs, service dogs, or
hearing assistance dogs harbored on the insured property.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee - 01/12/2010
Number: NJ A 330 - Updated (Status 03/04/2010)

Title: Creating the offense of financial exploitation of the elderly, amending N.J.S.2C:20-1 and N.J.S.2C:20-2
and supplementing chapter 20 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes.
Sponsor: Gove, DiAnne C.
Abstract: Creates offense of financial exploitation of the elderly.
Status: Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading - 03/04/2010

Title:Concerning gambling on fights involving a living animal or creature, and amending R.S.4:22-24.
Sponsor: Voss, Joan M.
Abstract: Establishes certain specific gambling offenses connected with animal fights under the animal cruelty
laws; establishes minimum jail time for first offenses.
Status: Transferred to Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming Committee - 01/25/2010

Title: Concerning cruelty to animals, creating the offense of animal incapacitation, supplementing Title 2C of
the New Jersey Statutes, and amending R.S.4:22-17.
Abstract: Creates offense of animal incapacitation and increases and revises certain animal cruelty penalties.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning the breeding, raising and selling of cats and dogs and supplementing P.L.1941, c.151
(C.4:19-15.1 et seq.).
Abstract: Prohibits certain breeding and sales practices; requires persons selling cats or dogs to provide certain
information; and provides penalties.
Number: NJ A 482 - Updated (Text 07/02/2010)

Title: Concerning animal fighting and amending R.S.4:22-24 and R.S.4:22-26.
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Caridad
Abstract: Creates new offenses and penalties regarding animal fighting.

Title: Providing a sales tax exemption for sales of prepared food, amending P.L.2007, c.30, P.L. 1992, c.165,
P.L.1966, c.30 and P.L.1980, c.105.
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Sponsor: Polistina, Vincent J.
Abstract: Provides sales tax exemption for sales of prepared foods.
Status: Reviewed by the Sales Tax Review Commission Recommend to not enact - 03/24/2010

Title: Concerning the sterilization of cats and dogs, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes and
amending P.L.1983, c.172.
Sponsor: Greenstein, Linda R.
Abstract: Requires all cats and dogs released from shelters and pounds be sterilized with certain exceptions;
increases certain dog-related fees; dedicates increases to Animal Population Control Fund;
establishes new eligibility criteria for State spaying and neutering program.

Title: Concerning animal fighting, and amending R.S.4:22-24 and R.S.4:22-26, and supplementing chapter
22 of Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Albano, Nelson T.
Abstract: Revises animal fighting laws; increases existing, and establishes new, penalties.

Title: Concerning certain animals, amending P.L.1983, c.261 and supplementing Title 2C of the New Jersey
Statutes.
Abstract: Establishes new crimes concerning service dogs and upgrades crimes against certain other animals.

Title: Concerning animal cruelty and amending, supplementing, and repealing various sections of law.
Sponsor: Johnson, Gordon M.
Abstract: The “Animal Cruelty Recodification and Modernization Act.”

Title: Concerning animal cruelty and amending R.S.4:22-15, R.S.4:22-17, and R.S.4:22-26.
Sponsor: Gusciora, Reed
Abstract: Clarifies failure to provide minimum care to an animal constitutes animal cruelty.

Title: Concerning the chaining or tethering of animals, and amending R.S.4:22-17 and R.S.4:22-26.
Sponsor: Holzapfel, James W.
Abstract: Establishes animal cruelty offenses pertaining to chaining or other restraint of animals.
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Title:Concerning certain causes of action for negligence or malpractice and amending P.L.1995, c.139.
Sponsor: Carroll, Michael Patrick
Abstract: Includes midwives within definition of “licensed person” for purposes of affidavits of merit in certain
actions filed on or after effective date.
Status: Passed Senate (Passed Both Houses) (36-0) - 09/30/2010

Title: Establishing the Senior Citizen Pet Companionship Program and supplementing Title 26 of the
Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Lampitt, Pamela R.
Abstract: Establishes Senior Citizen Pet Companionship Program in DHSS.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning animal cruelty, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes and amending R.S.4:22-26
and P.L.1995, c.255.
Abstract: Prohibits cruel restraint and confinement of dogs.

Title: Concerning domestic violence and amending P.L.1991, s.261.
Sponsor: Wagner, Connie
Abstract: Permits court to include animals in domestic violence restraining orders.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Establishing the Prevention Services Programs for Children and Families Network and supplementing
Title 9 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Watson Coleman, Bonnie
Abstract: Establishes Prevention Services Programs for Children and Families Network.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Human Services Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning cruelty to animals, amending P.L.2003, c.67, and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised
Statutes.
Sponsor: Casagrande, Caroline
Abstract: Prohibits persons violating animal cruelty law from owning, keeping, or harboring animals; requires
DHSS establish and maintain website list of such persons.
Number: NJ A 1850 - Updated (Text, Status 01/26/2010)

Title: Concerning pet shops and amending P.L.1941, c.151.
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Abstract: Increases penalties for violations of certain pet shop laws and regulations.

Title: Concerning the protection of animals from abuse and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Requires court to issue animal protective orders against persons found guilty of abusing animals.

Title: Establishing animal cruelty assistant county prosecutors, supplementing Title 2C of the New Jersey
Statutes and chapter 22 of Title 4 of the Revised Statutes, and amending P.L.1966, c.37.
Abstract: Requires animal cruelty training for selected assistant county prosecutors and tracking of animal cruelty
cases in State uniform crime reporting system; directs AG to issue prosecutor guidelines for animal
cruelty cases.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee - 01/25/2010

Title: Concerning funding of animal shelters in the State, amending various parts of statutory law, and
supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Establishes 25-cent municipal court surcharge for all violations; creates grant program for animal
shelters funded by surcharge.

Title:Concerning domestic companion animals and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Burzichelli, John J.
Abstract: Authorizes civil action for certain economic damages against owner or keeper of pet animal that injures
or kills another person's pet animal.

Title:Concerning the liability of policyholders of certain insolvent insurers and amending P.L.1974, c.17.
Sponsor: Conaway, Herb, Jr.
Abstract: Immunizes policyholders from liability within policy limits when coverage exceeds New Jersey Property-
Liability Insurance Guaranty Association statutory limit of $300,000.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee - 02/08/2010

Title: Concerning pet health insurance and supplementing P.L.1941, c.151.
Sponsor: Addiego, Dawn Marie
Abstract: Requires notice to consumers of availability of pet health insurance.
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Title: Concerning domestic violence involving animals and amending P.L.1991, s.261.
Sponsor: Vandervalk, Charlotte
Abstract: Authorizes courts to include animals in domestic violence restraining orders.

Title: Concerning animal fighting and designated the “Dogfighting Zero Tolerance Act of 2009,” and amending
R.S.4:22-24 and R.S.4:22-26.
Sponsor: Addiego, Dawn Marie
Abstract: Designated the “Dogfighting Zero Tolerance Act of 2009.”

Title: Concerning Amber Alerts and amending P.L.2002, c.129.
Sponsor: Angelini, Mary Pat
Abstract: Clarifies criteria for issuing Amber Alert when child abducted by family member.

Title: Concerning animal control programs and related fees and amending and supplementing Title 4 of the
Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Establishes sterilization and animal control programs; establishes dog license surcharge.

Title: Establishing the animal cruelty offense of animal hoarding, and amending and supplementing Title 4 of
Abstract: Establishes animal hoarding as a criminal and civil animal cruelty offense.

Title: Establishing a Statewide animal abuser registration system, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised
Statutes, and amending R.S.4:22-55.
Abstract: Establishes an animal abuser registration system.

Title: Establishing the New Jersey Animal Abuser Registry, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes,
and amending R.S.4:22-55.
Sponsor: DiCicco, Domenick, Jr.
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Abstract: Establishes NJ Animal Abuser Registry.

Title: Concerning threats against certain animals and amending P.L.1983, c.261.
Sponsor: Biondi, Peter J.
Abstract: Creates crime of threatening the life of certain animals.

Title: Establishing the Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic Program, amending P.L.1983, c.181 and P.L.1995, c.145,
supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes, and repealing P.L.1983, c.180 (C.4:19A-10 et seq.).
Sponsor: Coutinho, Albert
Abstract: Replaces existing pilot spay/neuter clinic with Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic Program.

Title: Concerning animal fighting, supplementing chapter 33 of Title 2C and amending N.J.S.2C:41-1 and
R.S.4:22-24.
Abstract: Establishes crimes of dog fighting and leader of a dog fighting network; amends RICO to add leader of
a dog fighting network.

Title:Concerning the sterilization of cats and dogs and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Burzichelli, John J.
Abstract: Requires all cats and dogs released from shelters and pounds be sterilized with certain exceptions,
and establishes penalty for noncompliance.

Title: Concerning the feeding of black bears, amending P.L.2002, c.97, and supplementing P.L.1983, c.324
(C.13:1L-1 et seq.), P.L.1947, c.177 (C.26:1A-1 et seq.), and Titles 45 and 46 of the Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Implements Fish and Game Council recommendation to prohibit unintentional feeding of black bears
and require bear-resistant dumpsters or food boxes, or both, at certain campgrounds and closed
communities in bear habitat.

Title: Concerning emergency management, supplementing chapter 9 of Appendix A, and amending P.L.1989,
c.222.
Sponsor: Milam, Matthew W.
Abstract: Implements recommendations of the Assembly Coastal New Jersey Evacuation Task Force.
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Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committee - 09/20/2010

Title: Concerning attacks on certain animals by other animals and designated as “Dusty’s Law,” and
supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Schroeder, Robert
Abstract: Establishes $100 to $500 fine for owner of animal which attacks, injures, or otherwise interferes with
law enforcement animals, search and rescue dogs, or service dogs; designated as “Dusty’s Law.”

Title: Establishing a program to demonstrate a more cost effective and accurate process of property
assessment administration, supplementing Title 54 of the Revised Statutes and amending various
parts of the statutory law.
Sponsor: Casagrande, Caroline
Abstract: Establishes real property assessment demonstration program in Monmouth County.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing and Local Government Committee - 09/20/2010

Title: Concerning the tax on motor fuels, amending P.L.2010, c.22
Sponsor: DeCroce, Alex
Abstract: Amends motor fuel tax act to defer implementation for three months and make technical corrections.
Status: Substituted by S2289 - 09/30/2010

Title: Concerning the Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area and supplementing Title 23 of the
Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Rudder, Scott
Abstract: Renames quail management area within Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area as “Dr. A.
Hunter Wilcox Field Trial Grounds.”
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee - 10/07/2010

Title:Concerning cyberbullying, amending various parts of the statutory law and supplementing Title 2C.
Sponsor: Angelini, Mary Pat
Abstract: Upgrades harassment under certain circumstances; restricts cyberbullying offenders’ access to the
Internet.

Title: Providing a sales tax exemption for student parking provided by certain colleges and universities,
amending P.L.1966, c.30.
Sponsor: Lampitt, Pamela R.
Abstract: Provides sales tax exemption for student parking provided by certain colleges and universities.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee - 10/18/2010
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Title:Concerning affordable housing and revising and supplementing various parts of the statutory law.
Sponsor: Green, Jerry
Abstract: Reforms procedures concerning provision of affordable housing; abolishes Council on Affordable
Housing.
Status: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing and Local Government Committee - 10/18/2010
Number: NJ S 241 - Updated (Text 10/20/2010)

Title: Concerning threats against certain animals and amending P.L.1983, c.261.
Sponsor: Bateman, Christopher
Abstract: Creates crime of threatening the life of certain animals.
Status: Senate Amendment (35-0) (Bateman) - 10/18/2010
Number: NJ S 303 - Updated (New 01/13/2010)

Title:Concerning violations of the animal cruelty statutes and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Allen, Diane B.
Abstract: Requires municipal court to hear certain violations of animal cruelty statutes within 14 days of the
summons date.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning animal fighting, supplementing chapter 33 of Title 2C and amending N.J.S.2C:41-1 and
R.S.4:22-24.
Sponsor: Kean, Thomas H., Jr.
Abstract: Establishes crimes of dog fighting and leader of a dog fighting network; amends RICO to add leader of
a dog fighting network.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning domestic violence involving animals and amending P.L.1991, s.261.
Abstract: Authorizes courts to include animals in domestic violence restraining orders.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee - 01/12/2010

Title: Concerning animal cruelty offenses, creating a new chapter of and supplementing Title 2C of the New
Jersey Statutes, and amending and repealing various sections of statutory law.
Sponsor: Ciesla, Andrew R.
Abstract: Recodifies offenses against animals under State criminal code; increases degree of crime for certain
offenses.
Number: NJ S 887 - Updated (Text, Status 02/02/2010)

Title: Concerning the chaining or tethering of animals, and amending R.S.4:22-17 and R.S.4:22-26.
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Abstract: Establishes animal cruelty offenses pertaining to chaining or other restraint of animals.

Title: Concerning the protection of animals from abuse and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Allen, Diane B.
Abstract: Requires court to issue animal protective orders against persons found guilty of abusing animals.

Title: Concerning animal cruelty, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes and amending R.S.4:22-26.
Sponsor: Van Drew, Jeff
Abstract: Prohibits cruel restraint of dogs.

Title: Concerning certain animals, amending P.L.1983, c.261 and supplementing Title 2C of the New Jersey
Statutes.
Abstract: Establishes new crimes concerning service dogs and upgrades crimes against certain other animals.

Title: Establishing the crime of animal cruelty in the presence of a child, and supplementing Title 4 of the
Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Establishes criminal offense of animal cruelty in the presence of a child.

Title: Concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to guide dogs, service
dogs, or hearing assistance dogs harbored upon the insured property and supplementing Title 17 of
Abstract: Prohibits use of certain underwriting guidelines by insurers pertaining to guide dogs, service dogs, or
hearing assistance dogs harbored on the insured property.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee - 02/04/2010

Title: Establishing the animal cruelty offense of animal hoarding, and amending and supplementing Title 4 of
Abstract: Establishes animal hoarding as a criminal and civil animal cruelty offense.
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Title: Concerning animal cruelty and amending R.S.4:22-15, R.S.4:22-17, and R.S.4:22-26.
Abstract: Clarifies failure to provide minimum care to an animal constitutes animal cruelty.

Title: Concerning animal cruelty and amending, supplementing and repealing various sections of statutory
law.
Abstract: Revises animal cruelty offenses concerning abuse, abandonment, neglect, and improper euthanizing
of animals; increases criminal and civil penalties therefor; establishes such penalties for new offenses;
repeals conflicting sections of law.

Title: Concerning animal fighting, and amending R.S.4:22-24 and R.S.4:22-26, and supplementing chapter
22 of Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Revises animal fighting laws; increases existing, and establishes new, penalties.

Title: Concerning guide or service dogs, and amending P.L.1977, c.456.
Sponsor: Bucco, Anthony R.
Abstract: Imposes fine on owner of dog which attacks or otherwise interferes with guide or service dog.
Number: NJ S 1333 - Updated (Status 06/22/2010)

Title: Concerning children placed in resource family homes, amending P.L.1979, c.207, and amending and
supplementing P.L.1951, c.138.
Sponsor: Vitale, Joseph F.
Abstract: Provides for educational stability of children placed in resource family homes and that school district of
residence for the child shall be present district of residence of parent or guardian.
Status: Substituted by A2137 (3R) - 06/21/2010

Title: Concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to dogs harbored upon the
insured property and supplementing Title 17 of the Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Concerns homeowners insurance coverage with respect to dogs.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee - 02/22/2010

Title: Concerning the sterilization of dogs and cats to be adopted from shelters, pounds, animal rescue
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organizations or auxiliary organizations, and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Sweeney, Stephen M.
Abstract: Requires sterilization of all dogs and cats released for adoption from shelters, pounds, animal rescue
organizations or auxiliary organizations and establishes penalty for noncompliance.
Status: Senate Amendment (33-0) (Sweeney) - 10/18/2010

Title: Concerning the cruel restraint of dogs, and amending and supplementing chapter 22 of Title 4 of the
Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Turner, Shirley K.
Abstract: Establishes cruel restraint of a dog as an animal cruelty offense.

Title: Concerning hunting and amending R.S.23:4-24.
Sponsor: Kyrillos, Joseph M., Jr.
Abstract: Authorizes hunting of game animals every day of the week during hunting season.
Status: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee - 05/20/2010

Title: Concerning animal fighting and designated the “Dogfighting Zero Tolerance Act of 2010,” and amending
R.S.4:22-24 and R.S.4:22-26.
Abstract: Designated the “Dogfighting Zero Tolerance Act of 2010.”

Title: Establishing the New Jersey Animal Abuser Registry, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised Statutes,
and amending R.S.4:22-55.
Abstract: Establishes NJ Animal Abuser Registry.

Title: Establishing a Statewide animal abuser registration system, supplementing Title 4 of the Revised
Statutes, and amending R.S.4:22-55.
Abstract: Establishes an animal abuser registration system.

Title: Concerning the Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area and supplementing Title 23 of the
Revised Statutes.
Sponsor: Haines, Philip E.
Abstract: Renames quail management area within Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area as “Dr. A.
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Hunter Wilcox Field Trial Grounds.”
Number: NJ S 2234 - Updated (Status 10/08/2010)

Title: Establishing a program to demonstrate a more cost effective and accurate process of property
assessment administration, supplementing Title 54 of the Revised Statutes and amending various
parts of the statutory law.
Sponsor: Kyrillos, Joseph M., Jr.
Abstract: Establishes real property assessment demonstration program in Monmouth County.
Status: Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee - 10/07/2010

Title: Concerning cruelty to animals, amending P.L.2003, c.67, and supplementing Title 4 of the Revised
Statutes.
Sponsor: Madden, Fred H., Jr.
Abstract: Prohibits persons violating animal cruelty law from owning, keeping, or harboring animals; requires
DHSS establish and maintain website list of such persons.

Title: Concerning the tax on motor fuels, amending P.L.2010, c.22
Sponsor: Oroho, Steven V.
Abstract: Amends motor fuel tax act to defer implementation for three months and make technical corrections.
Status: Approved P.L.2010, c.79. - 10/01/2010

Title: Concerning certain certified animal control officers and amending and supplementing Title 4 of the
Revised Statutes.
Abstract: Changes title of animal cruelty investigator to “municipal humane law enforcement officer” and defines
term in statute.
Number: NJ SR 85 - Updated (Text, Status 10/09/2010)

Title: Requesting the United States Environmental Protection Agency to assist the Department of
Environmental Protection in the development of total maximum daily loads for Barnegat Bay.
Sponsor: Smith, Bob
Abstract: Requests EPA to assist DEP in developing total maximum daily loads for Barnegat Bay.
New Mexico -- Regular Session 2010 - Adjourned 2010 6 Bills

Number: NM HB 7 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)
Title: GENERAL APPROPRIATION ACT OF 2010
Sponsor: Varela
Abstract: MAKING GENERAL APPROPRIATIONS AND AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES BY STATE AGENCIES
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Status: Introduced. - 01/19/2010
Number: NM HB 57 - Updated (Status 02/17/2010)

Title:LIVESTOCK CRIMESTOPPERS ACT
Sponsor: NuÃ±ez
Abstract: RELATING TO LIVESTOCK; ENACTING THE LIVESTOCK CRIME STOPPERS ACT; CREATING A
LIVESTOCK CRIME STOPPERS PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR REWARDS; PROVIDING FOR
CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS AND PERSONS WHO SUBMIT INFORMATION; PROVIDING
IMMUNITY FROM LIABILITY; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES
Status: DO PASS committee report adopted - 02/16/2010

Title:PROHIBIT WOLF REINTRODUCTION
Sponsor: Bandy
Abstract: RELATING TO WILDLIFE; AMENDING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 17, ARTICLE 1 NMSA 1978 TO
PROHIBIT PARTICIPATION BY THE STATE GAME COMMISSION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND
FISH IN A PROGRAM OF INTRODUCTION OF THE MEXICAN GRAY WOLF; RECONCILING MULTIPLE
AMENDMENTS TO THE SAME SECTION OF LAW IN LAWS 2005

Title: URANIUM MINING LIABILITY
Sponsor: Rodefer
Abstract: RELATING TO MINING; IMPOSING STRICT LIABILITY ON URANIUM MINING OPERATIONS
Number: NM HB 199 - Updated (Status 02/17/2010)

Title:DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ORDERS FOR MINORS
Sponsor: King
Abstract: RELATING TO DOMESTIC ABUSE; MAKING REVISIONS TO THE FAMILY VIOLENCE PROTECTION ACT;
ALLOWING A MINOR TO FILE FOR OR BE RESTRAINED BY AN ORDER OF PROTECTION;
REQUIRING PEACE OFFICERS TO ENFORCE ORDERS OF PROTECTION; REVISING STANDARDS
AND PROCEDURES; EXPANDING DEFINITIONS; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE
NMSA 1978
Status: DO PASS committee report adopted - 02/16/2010

Title:VETERINARY MEDICINE & ANIMAL SHELTERING BOARD
Sponsor: Park
Abstract: RELATING TO GOVERNMENT REORGANIZATION; CREATING THE VETERINARY MEDICINE AND
ANIMAL SHELTERING BOARD; TRANSFERRING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD OF
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND THE ANIMAL SHELTERING BOARD TO THE VETERINARY MEDICINE
AND ANIMAL SHELTERING BOARD; RECONCILING MULTIPLE AMENDMENTS TO THE SAME SECTION
OF LAW IN LAWS 2009
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New York 2009-10 93 Bills
Number: NY AB 159 - Updated (Status 04/08/2009)
Title:Budget Bill - TED Art. VII
Sponsor: Budget Bill
Abstract: Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the Transportation,
Economic Development & Environmental Conservation Budget for the 2009-2010 state fiscal year.
Status: Signed by the Governor (Chap: 59 ) - 04/07/2009
Number: NY AB 160 - Updated (Text 09/08/2010)

Title:Budget Bill - Revenue Art. VII
Abstract: Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan
for the 2009-2010 state fiscal year.
Status: Print number AB 160 A - 01/21/2009

Title: Cruelty to animals penalty increase
Sponsor: Magnarelli
Abstract: Provides for an increase in criminal penalties for acts of cruelty to animals.
Status: Referred to Assembly Agriculture - 01/06/2010
Number: NY AB 592 - Updated (Text, Status 05/22/2010)

Title: Relates to companion animal hording
Sponsor: Cahill
Abstract: Relates to companion animal hoarding.

Title: Inc penalty mult conviction animal torture
Sponsor: Paulin
Abstract: Increases the penalty for multiple convictions of torturing or failing to provide sustenance to an animal.

Title: Humane destruction certain animals
Sponsor: Paulin
Abstract: Provides for humane destruction or disposition of certain animals; repealer.

Title: Courts issue orders protection aggrav circum
Sponsor: Wright, K
Abstract: Authorizes courts to issue orders of protection of further or permanent duration in the presence of
aggravating circumstances.
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Status: Referred to Assembly Codes - 01/06/2010

Title: Req all dogs complete obedience trng
Sponsor: Peralta
Abstract: Requires all dogs and their owners to successfully complete obedience training.
Status: Enacting clause stricken - 04/13/2010

Title: Bars animal wrestling/baiting
Sponsor: McEneny
Abstract: Includes animal wrestling and baiting in the prohibition of animal fighting.
Status: Reported and referred to Assembly Codes - 02/09/2010

Title:Defines animal abandonment
Sponsor: McEneny
Abstract: Defines abandonment of an animal and provides for criminal penalties for such abandonment;
repealer.
Status: Reported and referred to Assembly Codes - 05/18/2010

Title:Breed of dog and insurance issuance
Sponsor: Glick
Abstract: Prohibits insurers from refusing to issue or renew, cancel, or charge or impose an increased premium
for certain policies based on the breed of a dog owned.
Status: Referred to Assembly Insurance - 01/06/2010

Title: Animal abuse/maltreatment reporting
Sponsor: Glick
Abstract: Relates to the reporting of animal abuse or maltreatment.
Status: Referred to Assembly Social Services - 01/06/2010

Title: Crime sale images of animal cruelty
Sponsor: Bradley
Abstract: Establishes the crime of sale or possession of images of animal cruelty.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Assembly Agriculture - 01/23/2009

Title: Regarding animal cruelty
Sponsor: Bradley
Abstract: Requires that individuals convicted of certain animal cruelty and animal fighting offenses reimburse the
organizations caring for such animals.
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Status: Referred to Senate Rules - 06/16/2009

Title: Relates to cruelty of animals
Sponsor: Eddington
Abstract: Makes various provisions relating to cruelty to animals.

Title:Regarding pet dealers in Suffolk county
Sponsor: Eddington
Abstract: Provides for the county of Suffolk to conduct inspections of pet dealers and respond to complaints
concerning pet dealers.

Title: Hybrid cats exempt from wildlife
Sponsor: Alessi
Abstract: Exempts cats considered hybrids from the definition of wildlife.
Status: Referred to Assembly Environmental Conservation - 01/06/2010

Title: Large animal veternarian loan forgiveness
Sponsor: Magee, W
Abstract: Creates a regents large animal veterinarian loan forgiveness program.
Status: Referred to Assembly Higher Education - 01/06/2010

Title:Re: aggravated cruelty for animal definition
Sponsor: McEneny
Abstract: Provides a person is guilty of aggravated cruelty to animals when he or she intentionally kills or causes
serious physical injury to an animal with aggravated cruelty.
Status: Held for consideration in Assembly Agriculture - 06/15/2010

Title:RE: criminal offenses
Sponsor: Lentol
Abstract: Permits the sealing of records of certain nonviolent misdemeanor or nonsexual misdemeanor criminal
offenses.
Status: Print number AB 6065 B - 06/09/2010

Title: RE: cruelty to wildlife
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Includes wildlife animals as those subject to the animal cruelty provisions.
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Status: Taken off the Committee Agenda Assembly Codes - 05/17/2010

Title: Increases penalties for animal fighting
Sponsor: Lentol
Abstract: Increases certain penalties for violating the prohibition of animal fighting.

Title:Veterinary/techs waiver of citizenship
Sponsor: Magee, W
Abstract: Extends provisions authorizing a one-time 3 year waiver of citizenship or permanent resident alien
status for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Title: Relates to dog fighting
Sponsor: Ball
Abstract: Relates to dog fighting.

Title:Re: animal cruelty
Sponsor: Bradley
Abstract: Classifies the penalties for various provisions of animal cruelty; makes an increased penalty for
multiple violations.

Title: RE: regulation of pet dealers
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Regulation of pet dealers by municipalities.
Status: Laid aside - 03/09/2010

Title: RE: confinement of animals
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Confinement of animals for food producing purposes.

Title: Re: penalties for animal cruelty
Sponsor: Tedisco
Abstract: Increases certain penalties for violating the prohibition of animal fighting and for aggravated cruelty to
animals.
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Title:Seizure of cats when immediate threat
Sponsor: Alessi
Abstract: Authorizes the seizure of cats which pose an immediate threat to the public safety or nuisance to a
person's property.

Title:Re: animal cruelty and cost of care
Sponsor: Paulin
Status: Referred to Senate Agriculture - 05/24/2010

Title:Re: shelter animals and euthanasia
Sponsor: Kellner
Abstract: Requires the release of a shelter animal to a rescue group upon request of the rescue group prior to
euthanasia of the animal.

Title: Animal cruel image possession criminalization
Sponsor: Paulin
Number: NY AB 9779 - Updated (New 01/27/2010)

Title:RE: animal cruelty penalties
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Classifies the penalties for various provisions of animal cruelty; makes an increased penalty for
multiple violations.

Title:RE: animal cruelty penalties
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Recodifies the animal cruelty laws from the agriculture and markets law to the penal law and
reclassifies certain penalties within; repealer.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Assembly Codes - 01/26/2010

Title: RE: animal cruelty laws
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Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Recodifies the animal cruelty laws from the agriculture and markets law to the penal law; repealer.

Title: RE: Buster's Law
Sponsor: Tedisco
Abstract: Limits ownership or possession of companion animals by 'Buster's Law' violators.

Title:Companion animal tax deduction
Sponsor: Kellner
Abstract: Provides a tax deduction from personal income taxes for un-reimbursed expenses paid for veterinary
care of companion animals.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Assembly Ways and Means - 03/03/2010

Title:Companion animals prohibition in certain case
Sponsor: Tedisco
Abstract: Prohibits a person convicted of violating 'Buster's Law' from owning or possessing a companion
animal.

Title: RE: penalty for animal abuse
Sponsor: Tedisco
Abstract: Imposes additional penalties upon persons convicted of animal abuse.

Title:Animal abuser central registry
Sponsor: Millman
Abstract: Creates the animal abuser central registry and county registries, and requires that certain convicted
animal abusers register with such registries.

Title: Defines pet dealers
Sponsor: Paulin
Abstract: Amends the definitions of pet dealers.

Title: Aggravated cruelty to an animal
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Sponsor: Tedisco
Abstract: Expands the definition of aggravated cruelty to animals to include harm to a companion animal during
the commission of a felony.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Assembly Aging - 04/02/2010

Title: RE: surcharge on animal sales by pet dealers
Sponsor: Glick
Abstract: Establishes a twelve percent surcharge on the sale of animals by pet dealers.

Title: RE: intake & disposition of animals @ shelters
Sponsor: Paulin
Abstract: Requires animal shelters to annually report on intake and disposition of animals.
Status: Tabled - 08/30/2010

Title:RE: property abandonment
Sponsor: Rosenthal
Abstract: Relates to the recovery of abandoned animals from property that has been vacated through lease
termination, property foreclosure or abandonment.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Assembly Judiciary - 05/10/2010

Title: Child protection act of 2010
Sponsor: Lentol
Abstract: Enacts the child protection act of 2010; repealer.

Title: RE: videos of animal cruelty
Sponsor: Glick
Abstract: Prohibits the dissemination of crush videos and other depictions of animal cruelty.

Title: Animal abuser registration act
Sponsor: McDonough
Abstract: Animal abuser registration act.

Title: Therapy dogs and public transportation
Sponsor: Cahill
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Abstract: Relates to allowing therapy dogs to enter public places and public transportation.
Status: Introduced by Rules Committee and referred to Assembly Transportation - 06/16/2010

Title: Restricts surgical procedures on dogs & cats
Sponsor: Zebrowski
Abstract: Restricts the performance of surgical devocalization procedures on dogs and cats.
Status: Introduced by Rules Committee and referred to Assembly Agriculture - 08/04/2010

Title: Pet crematoriums & cemetaries compliance
Sponsor: Abbate, Jr.
Abstract: Requires all pet crematorium & cemeteries to comply with NY law.
Status: Introduced by Rules Committee and referred to Assembly Economic Development - 09/01/2010

Title:NYC horse stalls & Ag and Market inspection
Sponsor: Cusick
Abstract: Directs the department of agriculture and markets to inspect the condition of certain horse stalls in N.Y.
city.
Status: Introduced by Rules Committee and referred to Assembly Agriculture - 09/01/2010

Title: Leases and declawing of animals
Sponsor: Glick
Abstract: Prohibits clauses in leases requiring the declawing of animals.
Status: Introduced by Rules Committee and referred to Assembly Judiciary - 10/13/2010
Number: NY SB 59 - Updated (Status 04/02/2009)

Title:Budget Bill - TED Art. VII
Abstract: Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the
Transportation,Economic Development & Environmental Conservation Budget for the 2009-2010 state
fiscal year.
Status: Substituted by AB 159 - 04/01/2009
Number: NY SB 60 - Updated (Text 09/08/2010)

Title:Budget Bill - Revenue Art. VII
Abstract: Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan
for the 2009-2010 state fiscal year.
Status: Print number SB 60 A - 01/21/2009

Title: Prohibits cancelling of insurance on dog breed
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Sponsor: Sampson
Status: Referred to Senate Insurance - 01/06/2010

Title:Bars insurers refusal issue breed of dog
Sponsor: Robach
Status: Referred to Senate Insurance - 01/06/2010

Title: No selling of puppy mill dogs
Sponsor: Lanza
Abstract: Provides that pet dealers or other persons shall not sell dogs purchased or received from a puppy mill.
Status: Referred to Senate Consumer Protection - 01/06/2010

Title:Regarding cruelty to animals
Sponsor: Defrancisco
Abstract: Makes the commission of cruelty to 10 or more animals during the same criminal transaction, a class E
felony.

Title: Re: dog training
Sponsor: Diaz, Sr.
Abstract: Requires all dogs and their owners to successfully complete obedience training.

Title: RE: cruelty to wildlife
Sponsor: Padavan

Title: Animal cruelty image possession & sale crime
Sponsor: Johnson, Craig
Status: Referred to Senate Consumer Protection - 01/06/2010

Title: Wayne co. animal abuse invest. as peace officr
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Sponsor: Nozzolio
Abstract: Grants animal abuse investigators of the county of Wayne peace officer status.

Title:RE: animal cruelty offenses
Sponsor: Johnson, Craig

Title:Humane treatment of animals and certification
Sponsor: Padavan
Abstract: Relates to instruction in the humane treatment of animals and the requirement of training in the
humane treatment of animals for the certification of teachers.
Status: Referred to Senate Education - 01/06/2010

Title:RE: eviction due to pets
Sponsor: Padavan
Abstract: Provides that certain tenants who own or keep pets shall not be denied occupancy or be subject to
eviction solely on those grounds.
Status: Referred to Senate Judiciary - 01/06/2010

Title:Extends 3 yr waiver for vet technicians
Sponsor: Valesky
Abstract: Extends provisions authorizing a one-time 3 year waiver of citizenship or permanent resident alien
status for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Title:Spectators at animal fights a misdemeanor
Sponsor: Serrano
Abstract: Provides that all persons convicted of being spectators at animal fights shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor.

Title:RE: Fostering Connections Act of 2008
Sponsor: Montgomery
Abstract: Relates to implementation of the federal Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions
Act of 2008.
Status: Referred to Senate Children and Families - 01/06/2010
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Title: RE: juvenile proceedings
Sponsor: Montgomery
Abstract: Relates to orders of protection in juvenile delinquency proceedings.
Status: Referred to Senate Children and Families - 01/06/2010

Title: Increses penalty for animal fighting
Sponsor: Stavisky
Abstract: Increases certain penalties for violating the prohibition of animal fighting.

Title:Appropriate shelter for dogs
Sponsor: Valesky
Abstract: Specifies what constitutes appropriate shelter for dogs restrained outdoors and maximum and
minimum temperature range for exposure.
Status: Print number SB 4327 C - 02/04/2010

Title: NYS sea level rise task force
Sponsor: Foley
Abstract: Extends the provisions of the New York state sea level rise task force.

Title: Humane distruction/distribution of animals
Sponsor: Oppenheimer
Abstract: Provides for humane destruction or disposition of certain animals; repealer.

Title: Failing to provide for an animal
Abstract: Increases the penalty for multiple convictions of torturing or failing to provide sustenance to an animal.

Title: RE: animal cruelty
Sponsor: Kruger, C

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Title: Schuyler co animal control officers
Sponsor: Winner
Abstract: Designates animal control officers employed by the county of Schuyler as peace officers.

Title: Tasmanian Forester Kangaroo sale prohibition
Sponsor: Thompson
Abstract: Relates to the prohibition of the sale of Tasmanian Forester Kangaroo.

Title:Authorizes the preventionof waste matter
Sponsor: Johnson, Owen
Abstract: Authorizes the prevention or reduction of waste matter consisting of carbon components of energy
waste from residential properties.

Title: Relates to animal cruelty
Sponsor: Valesky
Abstract: Makes various provisions relating to cruelty to animals.

Title: Animal cruelty penalty increase
Sponsor: Valesky
Abstract: Provides for an increase in criminal penalties for acts of cruelty to animals.

Title:Euthanasia of animal and release to shelter
Sponsor: Duane
Abstract: Requires the release of a shelter animal to a rescue group upon request of the rescue group prior to
euthanasia of the animal.
Status: Print number SB 6412 D - 03/15/2010

Title:Veterinary medicine and dental conditions
Sponsor: Valesky
Abstract: Includes within the definition of the practice of veterinary medicine the diagnoses and treatment of
dental conditions.

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Title: Re: horses and definition of farm animals
Sponsor: Adams
Abstract: Removes horses from the definition of farm animals and creates equine companion definition.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Agriculture - 02/01/2010

Title: Pet dealer definition
Abstract: Amends the definitions of pet dealers.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Consumer Protection - 04/16/2010

Title: Child abuse prevention temp commission
Sponsor: Golden
Abstract: Establishes a temporary commission on child abuse prevention.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Finance - 04/16/2010
Number: NY SB 7548 - Updated (New 04/21/2010)

Title: Euthanasia of horses
Sponsor: Adams
Abstract: Relates to the euthanasia of horses.

Title: RE: animal shelter reports
Sponsor: Krueger, L
Abstract: Requires animal shelters to annually report on intake and disposition of animals.
Status: Substituted by AB10715 - 06/25/2010

Title: Child protection act of 2010
Sponsor: Hassell-Thompson
Abstract: Enacts the child protection act of 2010; repealer.
Status: Delivered to the Assembly - 06/25/2010
Number: NY SB 7771 - Updated (New 05/08/2010)

Title: RE: animal hoarding
Abstract: Relates to companion animal hoarding.

Title: Prohibits crush videos
Sponsor: Krueger, L
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Abstract: Prohibits the dissemination of crush videos and other depictions of animal cruelty.

Title: Disposition of abandoned animals
Abstract: Relates to the disposition of abandoned animals.
Status: Substituted by AB11178 - 06/30/2010

Title:
Sponsor: Adams
Abstract: Relates to the creation of an animal cruelty and animal fighting data base.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Rules - 07/08/2010
Ohio 2009-10 10 Bills

Number: OH HB 55 - Updated (Status 06/02/2010)
Title: Revise penalties and sentencing provisions regarding violations of the cruelty to animals statutes and
include protection of companion animals in temporary protection orders.
Sponsor: Williams, B
Abstract: Revise penalties and sentencing provisions regarding violations of the cruelty to animals statutes and
include protection of companion animals in temporary protection orders.
Status: S Referred To Committee Senate Judiciary - Criminal Justice - 06/01/2010
Number: OH HB 70 - Updated (Status 03/04/2010)

Title: To specifically prohibit an owner of a kennel of dogs from committing cruel treatment of a companion
animal by the animal's custodian or caretaker.
Sponsor: Gerberry, R
Abstract: To specifically prohibit an owner of a kennel of dogs from committing cruel treatment of a companion
animal by the animal's custodian or caretaker.
Status: S Referred To Committee Senate Judiciary - Criminal Justice - 03/03/2010
Number: OH HB 79 - Updated (Hearing 04/09/2010)

Title: To remove pit bulls from the definition of "vicious dog" in state law.
Sponsor: Sears, B
Abstract: To remove pit bulls from the definition of "vicious dog" in state law.
Status: H Referred To Committee House Agriculture And Natural Resources - 03/18/2009
Number: OH HB 108 - Updated (Text 01/01/2010)

Title: To revise the law governing cockfighting.
Sponsor: Domenick, J
Abstract: To revise the law governing cockfighting.
Status: S Referred To Committee Senate Agriculture - 12/08/2009

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Title: To revise the laws governing issuance of certain professional licenses.
Sponsor: Williams, S
Abstract: To revise the laws governing issuance of certain professional licenses.
Status: H Referred To Committee House State Government - 04/14/2009
Number: OH HB 341 - Updated (Text 01/01/2010)

Title: To create the Livestock Care Standards Board and to require the Board to adopt rules that establish
standards of care for livestock and poultry, including rules that prohibit specified practices.
Sponsor: Yates, T
Abstract: To create the Livestock Care Standards Board and to require the Board to adopt rules that establish
standards of care for livestock and poultry, including rules that prohibit specified practices.
Status: H Referred To Committee House Agriculture And Natural Resources - 11/10/2009

Title: To establish an agricultural deer propagating license, an agricultural deer hunting preserve license, and
corresponding requirements under the authority of the Director of Agriculture.
Sponsor: Okey, M
Abstract: To establish an agricultural deer propagating license, an agricultural deer hunting preserve license, and
Status: Substitute Bill Accepted, House Agriculture And Natural Resources, (first Hearing) - 05/26/2010
Number: OH HB 570 - Updated (New 08/24/2010)

Title: To establish standards of care for commercial dog breeding kennels and to establish requirements
governing the sale of dogs.
Sponsor: Grossman, C
Abstract: To establish standards of care for commercial dog breeding kennels and to establish requirements
governing the sale of dogs.
Status: H Introduced - 08/23/2010
Number: OH SB 225 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)

Title: To establish a commercial deer propagating license, a commercial deer hunting preserve license, and
Sponsor: Gibbs, B
Abstract: To establish a commercial deer propagating license, a commercial deer hunting preserve license, and
Status: S Introduced - 01/19/2010
Number: OH SB 233 - Updated (Status 03/04/2010)

Title: Establish requirements and responsibilities of the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board and the
Director of Agriculture in administering and enforcing the rules adopted by the Board that govern the
care and well-being of livestock.
Sponsor: Gibbs, B
Abstract: Establish requirements and responsibilities of the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board and the
Director of Agriculture in administering and enforcing the rules adopted by the Board that govern the
care and well-being of livestock.
Status: S Referred To Committee Senate Agriculture - 03/03/2010
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Oklahoma - Adjourned 2009-10 55 Bills
Number: OK HB 2312 - Updated (Status 02/03/2010)
Title:Agriculture; creating the Animal Husbandry Act of 2010; noncodification; effective date.
Sponsor: Shoemake
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; creating the Animal Husbandry Act of 2010; providing for noncodification;
and providing an effective date.
Status: Second Reading referred to Agriculture and Rural Development - 02/02/2010

Title:Agriculture; creating the Oklahoma Livestock Care Standards Board. Effective date.
Sponsor: Justice
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; creating the Oklahoma Livestock Care Standards Board; stating purpose
of the Board; stating duties of the Board; providing for membership; providing for terms, appointments
and vacancies; limiting terms; providing for meetings and quorums; providing for staff support and
travel reimbursement; requiring Board to comply with certain laws; stating authority of the Board to
recommend certain standards; requiring consideration of certain factors; directing the Oklahoma
Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry to administer
Status: HC's named: Richardson, DeWitt, Armes, Fields, Renegar, Kouplen, Wright (Harold) - 04/27/2010

Title:Agriculture; prohibiting agency from mandating national animal identification registry; effective date.
Sponsor: Billy
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; amending Section 1, Chapter 544, O.S.L. 2004 (2 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section
4-20), which relates to animal identification; prohibiting agency from mandating national animal
identification registry; allowing participants to withdraw at any time; requiring deletion of personal
information upon withdrawal; providing exception; and providing an effective date.

Title: Animals; requiring law enforcement agencies to identify, document, and register loose animals;
codification; effective date.
Sponsor: Kiesel
Abstract: An Act relating to animals; mandating law enforcement agencies to identify and document loose
domestic animals; requiring law enforcement agencies to keep a registry of loose domestic animals;
providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
Status: Second Reading referred to General Government - 02/02/2010

Title: Criminal procedure; authorizing victim of crimes to request emergency temporary order of protection.
Effective date.
Sponsor: Peters
Abstract: An Act relating to criminal procedure; amending 22 O.S. 2001, Section 40.3, as amended by Section 4,
Chapter 466, O.S.L. 2002 (22 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 40.3), which relates to emergency temporary
orders of protection; authorizing victim of certain crimes to request emergency temporary order of
protection; deleting certain filing requirement; amending 22 O.S. 2001, Sections 60.1, as last amended
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by Section 14, Chapter 348, O.S.L. 2005, 60.2, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 189, O.S.L. 2008,
60.4, as last amended by Section 128, Chapter 234,
Status: Approved by Governor 04/16/2010 - 04/19/2010

Title: Revenue and taxation; providing an exemption for the sale of certain rare coins and precious metals;
effective date; emergency.
Sponsor: Ritze
Abstract: An Act relating to revenue and taxation; amending 68 O.S. 2001, Section 1357, as last amended by
Section 26, Chapter 2, O.S.L. 2009 (68 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1357), which relates to general sales
tax exemptions; providing an exemption for the sale of certain rare coins and precious metals; providing
an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
Status: Second Reading referred to Appropriations and Budget - 02/02/2010

Title: Revenue and taxation; exempting certain sales relating to veterans from sales tax; effective date;
emergency.
Sponsor: Coody
Section 26, Chapter 2, O.S.L. 2009 (68 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1357), which relates to general sales
tax exemptions; exempting sales to surviving spouses of certain veterans from sales tax; exempting
funeral expenses of certain veterans from sales tax; providing an effective date; and declaring an
emergency.

Title: Crimes and punishments; modifying definitions; providing penalties; relating to the Oklahoma Corrupt
Organizations Prevention Act; modifying name of act; expanding scope of definition. Effective date.
Sponsor: Duncan
Abstract: An Act relating to crimes and criminal procedure; amending Section 2, Chapter 477, O.S.L. 2002 (21
O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1268.1), which relates to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; adding definitions;
making certain acts unlawful; providing penalties; amending 22 O.S. 2001, Sections 1401, 1402, 1403,
1404, 1405, 1407, 1408, 1409, 1410, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1414, 1415, 1417 and 1419, which relate to the
Oklahoma Corrupt Organizations Prevention Act; modifying name of act; updating statutory references;
expanding scope of certain definition; adding certain

Title:Agriculture; clarifying language; effective date.
Sponsor: DeWitt
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; amending 2 O.S. 2001, Section 1-3, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter
292, O.S.L. 2005 (2 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1-3), which relates to definitions; clarifying language; and
providing an effective date.
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Title: Public health and safety; relating to human-animal hybrids; prohibiting certain acts. Effective date.
Sponsor: Hamilton
Abstract: An Act relating to public health and safety; defining terms; prohibiting certain acts; providing exceptions;
providing penalty for violation; creating civil cause of action; providing criminal penalties; providing for
codification; and providing an effective date.
Status: Conference granted, GCCA - 04/28/2010

Title:Revenue and taxation; sales tax exemption; hotel construction; emergency.
Sponsor: Shelton
Section 26, Chapter 2, O.S.L. 2009 (68 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1357), which relates to sales tax
exemptions; providing exemption from state sales tax for construction materials for certain hotel
structures; providing for exemption applicable to sales to certain contractors or subcontractors;
providing for refund claim procedures; and declaring an emergency.
Status: Second Reading referred to Rules - 02/02/2010

Title: Professions and occupations; relating to the Oklahoma Veterinary Practice Act; adding definition for
teeth floating. Effective date.
Sponsor: Armes
Abstract: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2001, Sections 698.2, as amended
by Section 1, Chapter 172, O.S.L. 2002, 698.4, as amended by Section 8, Chapter 375, O.S.L. 2002 and
698.12, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 172, O.S.L. 2005 (59 O.S. Supp. 2009, Sections 698.2,
698.4 and 698.12), which relate to the Oklahoma Veterinary Practice Act; adding definition for teeth
floating; adding certain requirements for board appointment; adding procedure not to be prohibited by
the act; requiring certification for teeth floaters;

Title:Agriculture; Oklahoma Animal Identification Program; clarifying language; effective date.
Sponsor: Kern
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; amending Section 1, Chapter 544, O.S.L. 2004 (2 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section
4-20), which relates to the Oklahoma Animal Identification Program; clarifying language; and providing
an effective date.
Number: OK SB 312 - Updated (Text, Status 02/21/2009)

Title: Revenue and taxation; providing sales tax exemption for hearing aids and related equipment, lenses,
eyeglasses, frames and spectacles. Effective date.
Sponsor: Leftwich
Abstract: An Act relating to revenue and taxation; amending 68 O.S. 2001, Sections 1357, as last amended by
Section 1, Chapter 406, O.S.L. 2008 and 1357.6, as last amended by Section 9, Chapter 535, O.S.L.
2004 (68 O.S. Supp. 2008, Sections 1357 and 1357.6), which relate to sales tax; providing exemption for
certain hearing aids or related equipment; providing exemption for certain lenses, eyeglasses, frames
and spectacles; clarifying application of exemption under specified circumstances; and providing an
effective date.
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effective date.
Status: Second Reading referred to Finance - 02/03/2009
Number: OK SB 335 - Updated (Status 05/07/2009)

Title: Schools; authorizing the Council of Law Enforcement Education and Training to conduct review and
verification of records. Effective date.
Sponsor: Paddack
Abstract: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2001, Section 3311, as last amended by Section 1,
Chapter 143, O.S.L. 2008 (70 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 3311), which relates to the Council on Law
Enforcement Education and Training; modifying authority of the Council; modifying duties and powers of
the Council; and providing an effective date.

Title: Revenue and taxation; eliminating sales tax exemptions and income tax exemptions, deductions and
credits and applying specified time limit to others. Effective date.
Sponsor: Mazzei
Abstract: An Act relating to revenue and taxation; amending 68 O.S. 2001, Sections 1354, as last amended by
Section 5, Chapter 155, O.S.L. 2007, 1356, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 436, O.S.L. 2008 and
1357, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 406, O.S.L. 2008 (68 O.S. Supp. 2008, Sections 1354,
1356 and 1357), which relate to sales tax; eliminating sales tax exemption for newspapers and
periodicals; after specified time period, eliminating exemption on certain services provided by a tourism
services broker, a portion of sales to or by certain cultural

Title: Agriculture; relating to pesticides; adding definition; requiring license for new construction treatment in
the structural pest category. Effective date.
Sponsor: Schulz
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; amending 2 O.S. 2001, Section 3-81, as last amended by Section 4,
Chapter 200, O.S.L. 2007 (2 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 3-81), which relates to definitions concerning
pesticides; adding definition; requiring certain license for certain treatments in the structural pest
category; stating qualifications for certain certification; authorizing fees; requiring records to include
certain application information; providing for promulgation of rules by the State Board of Agriculture;
providing for codification; and providing an
Status: Second Reading referred to Business and Labor - 02/03/2009

Title: Criminal procedure; relating to the Oklahoma Crime Victims Compensation Act; modifying scope of
certain reimbursable cost; relating to victim impact statements; adding grandparent to definition of
members of the immediate family. Effective date.
Sponsor: Justice
Abstract: An Act relating to crime victims; amending 21 O.S. 2001, Section 142.13, as last amended by Section 1,
Chapter 283, O.S.L. 2008 (21 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 142.13), which relates to the Oklahoma Crime
Victims Compensation Act; modifying scope of certain reimbursable cost; amending 22 O.S. 2001,
Section 984, which relates to definition of victim impact statement; adding grandparent to certain
definition; amending 22 O.S. 2001, Section 991a, as last amended by Section 19, Chapter 3, O.S.L.
2008 (22 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 991a), which relates to
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Title: Revenue and taxation; providing sales tax exemption for property and services relating to funerals;
providing exception. Effective date.
Sponsor: Gumm
exemptions; providing exemption for tangible personal property and services relating to funerals;
providing exception; and providing an effective date.

Title: Revenue and taxation; providing sales tax exemption for over-the-counter drugs and food, food products
and beverages. Effective date.
Sponsor: Corn
Section 3, Chapter 436, O.S.L. 2008 (68 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 1357), which relates to sales tax;
deleting limitation on certain exemption relating to taxation of drugs; providing exemption for over-the-
counter drugs; defining term; deleting limitation on certain exemption relating to food and food products;
providing exemption for certain food, food products and beverages; requiring Oklahoma Tax
Commission to promulgate rules; and providing an effective

Title: Geologic storage of carbon dioxide; creating the Oklahoma Carbon Capture and Geologic
Sequestration Act; stating regulatory authority. Effective date.
Sponsor: Myers
Abstract: An Act relating to environment and natural resources; creating the Oklahoma Carbon Capture and
Geologic Sequestration Act; providing short title; declaring legislative findings; stating legislative intent;
defining terms; defining agency regulatory jurisdiction; requiring certain agreement; requiring applicants
to obtain permit for operation of a carbon sequestration facility from the appropriate regulatory agency;
authorizing agencies to promulgate rules; requiring notification; authorizing agencies to administer
certain federal laws relating to carbon

Title:Animals; clarifying statutory reference. Effective date.
Sponsor: Sparks
Abstract: An Act relating to animals; amending 4 O.S. 2001, Section 499, which relates to short title; updating
statutory reference; and providing an effective date.

Title: Animals; clarifying statutory reference. Effective date.
Sponsor: Sparks
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Abstract: An Act relating to animals; amending 4 O.S. 2001, Section 499, which relates to short title; updating
statutory reference; and providing an effective date.

Title: Schools; setting curricular standards for high school graduation; requiring phasing in of certain testing.
Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Paddack
Status: Motion expired - 04/23/2009

Title: Amusement and sports; relating to the Oklahoma Horse Racing Act; prohibit racing of offspring of a
cloned horse. Effective date.
Sponsor: Armes
Abstract: An Act relating to amusement and sports; amending 3A O.S. 2001, Section 200.1, as last amended by
Section 1, Chapter 1, O.S.L. 2007 (3A O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 200.1), which relates to the Oklahoma
Horse Racing Act; modifying definition; and providing an effective date.

Title:Revenue and taxation; providing for special license plate for Folds of Honor supporters. Effective date.
Sponsor: Barrington
Abstract: An Act relating to revenue and taxation; amending Section 14, Chapter 504, O.S.L. 2004, as last
amended by Section 25, Chapter 44, 2nd Extraordinary Session, O.S.L. 2006 (47 O.S. Supp. 2008,
Section 1135.5), which relates to special license plates; providing for special license plate for Folds of
Honor Supporter; providing for design of special plate; authorizing Oklahoma Tax Commission to enter
into certain agreement and providing for payment subject such agreement; providing an effective date.

Title: Duplicate sections; amending, merging, consolidating and repealing multiple versions of statutes.
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: An Act relating to duplicate sections; amending, merging, consolidating, and repealing multiple versions
of statutes; amending 21 O.S. 2001, Section 644, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 318, O.S.L.
2008 (21 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 644); repealing 21 O.S. 2001, Section 644, as last amended by
Section 1, Chapter 403, O.S.L. 2008 (21 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 644); amending 21 O.S. 2001,
Section 1051, as last amended by Section 4, Chapter 275, O.S.L. 2004 (21 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section
1051); repealing 21 O.S. 2001, Section 1051, as amended by Section

Title: Game and fish; clarifying statutory reference. Effective date.
Sponsor: Schulz
Abstract: An Act relating to game and fish; amending 29 O.S. 2001, Section 4-121, as last amended by Section
16, Chapter 138, O.S.L. 2006 (29 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 4-121), which relates to noncommercial
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wildlife breeder license; making statutory reference; and providing an effective date.

Title:Game and fish; clarifying statutory reference. Effective date.
Sponsor: Schulz
wildlife breeder license; making statutory reference; and providing an effective date.

Title:Game and fish; clarifying statutory reference. Effective date.
Sponsor: Schulz
wildlife breeders license; making statutory reference; and providing an effective date.

Title: Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training; modifying agency definition and function. Effective
date.
Sponsor: Sykes
Abstract: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2001, Section 3311, as last amended by Section 1,
Chapter 143, O.S.L. 2008 (70 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 3311), which relates to the Council on Law
Enforcement Education and Training; modifying definition and function; and providing an effective date.
Status: Second Reading referred to Public Safety - 03/17/2009

Title: Revenue and taxation: providing sales tax exemption for property and services relating to funerals.
Effective date.
Sponsor: Corn
exemptions; providing exemption for tangible personal property and services relating to funerals; and

Title: Revenue and taxation; expanding definition relating to Quality Jobs Program Act. Effective date.
Emergency.
Sponsor: Gumm
Section 3, Chapter 406, O.S.L. 2008 (68 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 3603), which relates to the Oklahoma
Quality Jobs Program Act; expanding definition; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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Title: Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission; abolishing; transferring duties to Oklahoma State
Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control. Effective dates.
Sponsor: Sykes
Abstract: An Act relating to the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission; abolishing the Alcoholic
Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission; providing for interpretation of certain statutory references;
transferring the duties of enforcement and administration of alcoholic beverage laws to the Oklahoma
State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control; transferring certain personnel, funds, records,
encumbrances, equipment, and other items to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous
Drugs Control; providing requirements pertaining to transfer of
Status: Pending authorship Representative(s) Terrill - 02/16/2009

Title: Nuisances; prohibiting nuisance action against agriculture activities on lands; providing for recovery of
costs and fees in specific circumstance. Effective date.
Sponsor: DeWitt
Abstract: An Act relating to nuisances; amending 50 O.S. 2001, Section 1.1, which relates to agricultural activities;
modifying definitions; prohibiting nuisance action against agricultural activities on certain lands;
providing for established date of operation of agricultural activities on certain lands; providing for
recovery of certain costs and fees in specific circumstance in actions for nuisance; and providing an
effective date.
Status: Title restored - 03/30/2009

Title: Motor vehicle and public health and safety; modifying apportionment of revenue from special license
plate. Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Sparks
Abstract: An Act relating to motor vehicles and public health and safety; amending Section 14, Chapter 504, O.S.L.
2004, as last amended by Section 25, Chapter 44, 2nd Extraordinary Session, O.S.L. 2006 (47 O.S.
Supp. 2008, Section 1135.5), which relates to special license plates; modifying apportionment of funds
from sale of certain plate; amending Section 2, Chapter 43, O.S.L. 2008 (63 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 1-
2505.2), which relates to Emergency Medical Technician Death Benefit Revolving Fund; including funds
from sale of certain plate in monies to be
Status: Referred to Appr/Sub-General Government and Transportation - 02/09/2009

Title: Crimes and punishments; prohibiting transmission of child pornography by Internet; criminalizing
pattern of domestic abuse; prohibiting sex offenders from ice cream truck vending. Effective date.
Emergency.
Sponsor: Nichols
Abstract: An Act relating to crimes and punishments; criminalizing pattern of domestic abuse; setting penalty;
defining term; amending 21 O.S. 2001, Section 1024.1, as amended by Enrolled House Bill No. 1460 of
the 1st Session of the 52nd Oklahoma Legislature, which relates to definitions; modifying definition;
amending 21 O.S. 2001, Section 1040.8, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 107, O.S.L. 2002 (21
O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 1040.8), which relates to distribution of obscene material or child
pornography; adding prohibited material; providing additional
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Title: Game and fish; relating to tagging wildlife to be removed from commercial hunting areas; stating fee.
Effective date.
Sponsor: Sparks
Abstract: An Act relating to game and fish; amending 29 O.S. 2001, Section 5-102, which relates to tagging
wildlife to be removed from commercial hunting areas; stating fee; and providing an effective date.
Status: Second Reading referred to Tourism and Wildlife - 02/09/2009

Title:Public health and safety; creating the Emergency Medical Services Board. Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Marlatt
Abstract: An Act relating to public health and safety; transferring powers and duties of the Emergency Services
Division of the State Department of Health to the Emergency Medical Services Board; modifying
references; creating the Emergency Medical Services Board; providing for membership of certain board;
specifying requirements for membership on certain board; specifying terms of members on certain
board; providing for administration of certain board; directing reimbursement for travel expenses in
certain circumstances; permitting the Emergency Medical Services

Title: Criminal procedure; creating Juli's Law; adding misdemeanor offenses to DNA sample requirement.
Emergency.
Sponsor: Nichols
Abstract: An Act relating to criminal procedure; creating Julis Law; amending 22 O.S. 2001, Section 991a, as last
amended by Section 19, Chapter 3, O.S.L. 2008 (22 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 991a), which relates to
sentencing powers of the court; requiring certain persons and those convicted of certain misdemeanor
offenses to submit to deoxyribonucleic acid DNA testing; amending 74 O.S. 2001, Section 150.27a, as
last amended by Section 5, Chapter 441, O.S.L. 2005 (74 O.S. Supp. 2008, Section 150.27a), which
relates to OSBI Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) Database;

Title: Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; modifying provisions related to registration, order forms
and dispensers. Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Terrill
Abstract: An Act relating to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; amending 63 O.S. 2001, Sections
2-103, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 359, O.S.L. 2008, 2-303, as last amended by Section 1,
Chapter 273, O.S.L. 2008, 2-308, 2-309B, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 273, O.S.L. 2008 and
2-309C, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 128, O.S.L. 2005 (63 O.S. Supp. 2008, Sections 2-103,
2-303, 2-309B and 2-309C), which relate to director, registration, order forms, definitions and
dispensers of controlled dangerous substances; authorizing

Title: Public health and safety; creating the Uniform Emergency Volunteer Health Practitioners Act. Effective
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Title: Public health and safety; creating the Uniform Emergency Volunteer Health Practitioners Act. Effective
date.
Sponsor: Anderson
Abstract: An Act relating to public health and safety; creating the Uniform Emergency Volunteer Health
Practitioners Act; providing short title; defining terms; providing for application; authorizing the State
Department of Health to regulate volunteer health practitioners in a declared emergency; requiring
certain consultation and compliance of specified host entities; setting requirements for a volunteer
health practitioner registration system; permitting certain confirmation; requiring certain notification;
authorizing host entities to refuse the services of a

Title:State government; prohibiting sales of novelty lighters. Effective date.
Sponsor: Jolley
Abstract: An Act relating to state government; defining term; prohibiting certain sales; authorizing enforcement;
providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
Status: Measure failed: Ayes: 7 Nays: 40 - 03/09/2009

Title: Professions and occupations; amending various sections of the Oklahoma Pharmacy Act. Effective
date.
Sponsor: Jolley
Abstract: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2001, Sections 353.1, as last
amended by Section 1, Chapter 18, O.S.L. 2005, 353.1b, 353.3, 353.5, as amended by Section 2,
Chapter 419, O.S.L. 2005, 353.6, 353.7, as last amended by Section 17, Chapter 523, O.S.L. 2004,
353.9, as amended by Section 18, Chapter 523, O.S.L 2004, 353.10, 353.11, as last amended by
Section 19, Chapter 523, O.S.L. 2004, 353.12, 353.13, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 18, O.S.L.
2005, 353.13A, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 523, O.S.L 2004, 353.17,

Title: Professions and occupations; providing animal husbandry exemption; including teeth floating and
farriery acts of animal husbandry. Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Armes
Abstract: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2001, Sections 698.2, as amended
by Section 1, Chapter 172, O.S.L. 2002 and 698.12, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 172, O.S.L.
2005 (59 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 698.2 and 698.12), which relate to definitions and acts not prohibited
from the Oklahoma Veterinary Practices Act; adding certain definitions; making acts of animal
husbandry exempt; including teeth floating and farriery as acts of animal husbandry; providing an
effective date; and declaring an emergency.

Title: Professions and occupations; relating to teeth floating; criminalizing administering certain drugs.
Sponsor: Schulz
Abstract: An Act relating to professions and occupations; criminalizing selling or administering prescription drugs
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for teeth floating; setting penalty; exempting certain persons from prosecution; providing for codification;
providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
Status: Second Reading referred to Judiciary - 02/02/2010

Title: Professions and occupations; relating to the Board of Chiropractic Examiners; requiring written notice
for rule change; modifying continuing education requirements. Effective date. Emergency.
Sponsor: Leftwich
Abstract: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2001, Section 161.4, as last
amended by Section 1, Chapter 40, O.S.L. 2006 (59 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 161.4), which relates to
Board of Chiropractic Examiners; adding prohibition to eligibility for Board membership; amending 59
O.S. 2001, Section 161.6, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 362, O.S.L. 2009 (59 O.S. Supp. 2009,
Section 161.6), which relates to powers of Board; requiring written notice to certain persons prior to
proposed rule change; requiring certain acts be incorporated
Status: Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services - 02/02/2010

Title:Schools; relating to curriculum standards; clarifying language. Effective date.
Sponsor: Nichols
Abstract: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2001, Section 11-103.6, as last amended by Section 3,
Chapter 173, O.S.L. 2007 (70 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 11-103.6), which relates to curriculum
standards; clarifying language; and providing an effective date.

Title: Revenue and taxation; providing exemption from sales tax for property and services related to
construction of certain fuel stations. Effective date.
Sponsor: Branan
Section 26, Chapter 2, O.S.L. 2009 (68 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1357), which relates to sales tax;
providing exemption for property and services related to construction of certain fuel stations; and

Title:Animals; creating the Companion Pet and Owner Protection Act. Effective date.
Sponsor: Gumm
Abstract: An Act relating to agriculture; creating the Companion Pet Protection Act; providing short title; defining
terms; making certain facilities subject to certain requirements; providing requirements for sale of
certain animals; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
Status: Referred to Appr/Sub-Natural Resources and Regulatory Services - 02/02/2010
Number: OK SCR 17 - Updated (Status 04/17/2009)

Title: Commending the Canine Good Citizen Program.
Sponsor: Key
Abstract: A Concurrent Resolution promoting responsible dog ownership; endorsing the AKC Canine Good
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Citizen Program; encouraging dog training programs; and directing distribution.
Status: Filed with Secretary of State - 04/16/2009
Number: OK SCR 59 - Updated (New 04/26/2010)

Title:Children; encouraing child care facilities to offer training on child abuse and neglect awareness.
Sponsor: Marlatt
Abstract: A Concurrent Resolution encouraging child care facilities to offer training on identifying and reporting
incidents of child abuse and neglect to their employees; and directing distribution.
Status: Authored by Senator Marlatt - 04/26/2010
Number: OK SJR 24 - Updated (Status 04/24/2009)

Title:Recognizing "Do You Realize?" as the official Oklahoma State Rock and Roll Song. Emergency.
Sponsor: Dorman
Abstract: A Joint Resolution recognizing "Do You Realize??" as the official Oklahoma State Rock and Roll Song;
providing for codification; directing distribution; and declaring an emergency.
Status: Third Reading, Measure failed: Ayes: 48 Nays: 39 - 04/23/2009
Number: OK SJR 62 - Updated (Status 02/16/2010)

Title:Constitutional amendment; allowing wine and beer to be sold in certain stores.
Sponsor: Rice
Abstract: A Joint Resolution directing the Secretary of State to refer to the people for their approval or rejection a
proposed amendment to Section 4 of Article 28 of the Oklahoma Constitution; providing ballot title; and
directing filing.
Status: Failed in Committee - Business and Labor - 02/16/2010
Number: OK SR 57 - Updated (Text, Status 05/22/2009)

Title: Honoring Hobbes upon the occasion of his retirement from the Oklahoma State Senate.
Sponsor: Branan
Abstract: A Resolution praising Hobbes; wishing him well in his retirement; and directing distribution.
Status: Enrolled, filed with Secretary of State - 05/21/2009
Pennsylvania 2009-10 56 Bills

Number: PA HB 123 - Updated (Status 07/04/2010)
Title: Amends Title 18 re cruelty to animals
Sponsor: Evans
Abstract: Amends Title 18 (Crimes & Offenses) further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.
Status: Laid on the table - 07/03/2010
Number: PA HB 412 - Updated (Text 04/23/2010)

Title:Amends Title 18 re wiretapping & surveillance
Sponsor: Lentz
Abstract: Amends Title 18 (Crimes & Offenses), in wiretapping and electronic surveillance, further providing for
exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.
Status: Rereferred to House Appropriations - 04/29/2009
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Title: Amends Tax Reform Code re career development
Sponsor: Reed
Abstract: Amends Tax Reform Code establishing a career development tax credit.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Finance - 02/13/2009

Title:Amends Admin Code re public health emergencies
Sponsor: Smith
Abstract: Amends Administrative Code providing for measures to detect & track potential & existing public health
emergencies; declaring state of public health emergency, control of property & persons; establish
Public Health Emergency Planning Cmsn.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Prepared. - 02/18/2009

Title:Amends Titles 3 & 18 re ag biosecurity areas
Sponsor: Cutler
Abstract: Amends Title 3 (Agriculture) & 18 (Crimes & Offenses) providing for the definitions of 'agricultural
biosecurity areas' & for 'posted notice'; & further providing for keeping & handling of domestic animals,
for criminal trespass & ecoterrorism.

Title:Amends Animal Destruction Method Auth Law
Sponsor: Kortz
Abstract: Amends Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law, further providing for prohibited means of
destruction of animals, for methods of destruction of animals & for exclusions; & repealing provisions
relating to use of carbon monoxide systems.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Agriculture and Rural Affairs - 02/24/2009

Title:Act re Eastern Box Turtle; PA official reptile
Sponsor: Curry
Abstract: Act selecting, designating and adopting the Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) as the
official reptile for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Title:Act re officers testing positive for drugs
Sponsor: DeLuca
Abstract: Act providing for the termination of law enforcement officers upon testing positive for a controlled
substance.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Judiciary - 02/27/2009
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Title: Amends Liquor Code re out-of-State wineries
Sponsor: Sonney
Abstract: Amends the Liquor Code further providing for the possession and transportation of wines by certain
out-of-State wineries.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Liquor Control - 02/27/2009

Title: Amends the Dog Law re dangerous dog article
Sponsor: Galloway
Abstract: Amends the Dog Law further providing for construction of article relating to dangerous dogs.

Title:Act adopting Hazleton soil series as PA soil
Sponsor: Cox
Abstract: Act selecting, designating and adopting the Hazleton soil series as the official soil of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House State Government - 03/10/2009

Title: Amends Tax Reform Code re sales & use tax
Sponsor: Boyd
Abstract: Amends Tax Reform Code further providing for exclusions from sales and use tax.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Finance - 04/03/2009

Title: Amends Dog Law re dangerous dogs
Sponsor: Galloway
Abstract: Amends the Dog Law further providing for construction of article relating to dangerous dogs.

Sponsor: Scavello
Abstract: Amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.

Title:Amends Titles 4 & 35 re vol. fire co. grants
Sponsor: Fairchild
Abstract: Amends Titles 4 (Amusements) & 35 (Health & Safety) consolidating statutory provisions relating to
volunteer firefighters & grants to volunteer fire companies & volunteer services; making editorial
changes; & making related repeals.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Prepared. - 07/01/2009
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Title:Amends Board of Vehicles Act re State Board
Sponsor: Reed
Abstract: Amends Board of Vehicles Act further providing for definitions, for licensure and for State Board of
Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Professional Licensure - 07/14/2009

Title:Amends Title 34 re unlawful acts, enforcement
Sponsor: Staback
Abstract: Amends Title 34 (Game), in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in enforcement,
further providing for offense of assaulting an officer, for jurisdiction & penalties, etc. & for unlawful acts
concerning licenses.
Status: Approved by the Governor (Act: 54 ) - 07/09/2010
Number: PA HB 2350 - Updated (New 09/11/2010)

Title:Amends Liquor Code re abolish PA liquor stores
Sponsor: Turzai
Abstract: Amends Liquor Code further providing for enforcement; for abolishment of PA liquor stores & for
franchise & license for wine & spirits stores; wholesale operations; taxation on wine & spirits products;
repeals affecting taxation.
Status: Discussed at PLCB Press Conference on 4/21/10 - 09/10/2010

Title: Amends Title 42 re animal abuser registry
Sponsor: Readshaw
Abstract: Amends Title 42 (Judiciary & Judicial Procedure) providing for animal abuser registry.

Title:Act re antimicrobial agents in agriculture
Sponsor: O'Brien
Abstract: Act prohibiting admin. of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; providing for inspection & testing of
ag operations, enforcement, reporting by ag operations & alternatives to antimicrobial agents to
animals; & making related r
Number: PA HR 125 - Updated (Text 05/01/2010)

Title:Resolution re Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Sponsor: Casorio
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of April 2009 as 'Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month' in
Pennsylvania.
Status: Adopted (Vote Y: 192/N: 0) - 04/01/2009
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Title: Resolution re Animal Abuse Awareness Week
Sponsor: Reichley
Abstract: Resolution designating the week of April 19 through 25, 2009, as 'Animal Abuse Awareness Week' in
Pennsylvania.

Title:Resolution re US Homeland Security Dept Report
Sponsor: Barrar
Abstract: Resolution condemning the recent US Dept. of Homeland Security Intelligence Report entitled
'Rightwing Extremism: Current Economic & Political Climate Fueling Resurgence in Radicalization
Recruitment' & calling for US Pres. to apologize.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on House Intergovernmental Affairs - 04/29/2009

Title: Resolution re PAAnimal Shelter Apprec. Month
Sponsor: DiGirolamo
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of June 2009 as 'Pennsylvania Animal Shelter Appreciation Month.'

Title: Resolution re May 2009 as 'Beef Month' in PA
Sponsor: Maher
Abstract: Resolution recognizing the month of May 2009 as 'Beef Month' in Pennsylvania.

Title:Resolution re war dog teams to US military
Sponsor: Melio
Abstract: Resolution recognizing the invaluable contributions of war dog teams to United States military efforts
since World War I.

Title:Resolution re Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Sponsor: Casorio
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of April 2010 as 'Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month' in
Pennsylvania.

Title: Resolution re Animal Abuse Awareness Week
Sponsor: Reichley
Abstract: Resolution designating the week of April 18 through 24, 2010, as 'Animal Abuse Awareness Week' in
Pennsylvania.
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Number: PA HR 842 - Updated (Status 06/10/2010)

Title: Resolution re PAAnimal Shelter Appreciation
Sponsor: Boback
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of June 2010 as 'Pennsylvania Animal Shelter Appreciation Month.'

Title:Resolution re Animal Disaster Preparedness
Sponsor: Boback
Abstract: Resolution designating the week of September 26, 2010, as 'Animal Disaster Preparedness Week' in
Pennsylvania.
Status: Press Conference Held - 09/28/2010

Title: Resolution re National Feral Cat Day
Sponsor: Buxton
Abstract: Resolution recognizing October 16, 2010, as 'National Feral Cat Day.'
Number: PA HR 977 - Updated (New 10/05/2010)

Title: Resolution re Pork Producers Month as Oct 2010
Sponsor: Maher
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of October 2010 as 'Pork Producers Month' in Pennsylvania.
Number: PA SB 55 - Updated (Text 04/30/2010)

Title:Amends Public School Code re employee checks
Sponsor: Piccola
Abstract: Amends the Public School Code further providing for background checks of prospective employees and
for conviction of employees of certain offenses.
Status: Committee Notes: Senate Education - 11/10/2009

Title: Amends Tax Reform Code re sales & use taxes
Sponsor: Brubaker
Abstract: Amends the Tax Reform Code, in sales and use tax, further providing for definitions and for exclusions.

Title: Act re tax credits for alt. fuel distributors
Sponsor: Gordner
Abstract: Act authorizing certain tax credits for qualified alternative fuel distributors; and imposing powers and
duties on the Department of Revenue.
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Title:Amends Title 75 re liquid fuels & fuels tax
Sponsor: Gordner
Abstract: Amends Title 75 (Vehicles) in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for definitions and for
imposition of tax, exemptions and deductions.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Transportation - 02/19/2009

Title:Amends PA Human Relation Act re discrimination
Sponsor: Orie
Abstract: Amends the PA Human Relations Act further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for right to
freedom from discrimination, housing and public accommodation; defining 'marital status'; & for
unlawful discriminatory practices.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Labor and Industry - 03/06/2009

Title:Act re antimicrobial agents & agriculture
Sponsor: Leach
Abstract: Act prohibiting administration of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; for inspection & testing of
agricultural operations, for enforcement, reporting and alternatives to administration of agents to
animals; & for repeals.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs - 02/20/2009

Title: Act regulating nonresident physician services
Sponsor: Pippy
Abstract: Act regulating certain services provided by a nonresident physician.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Consumer Protection & Prof. Licensure - 03/02/2009

Title:Amends Liquor Code re unlawful acts
Sponsor: Rafferty
Abstract: Amends the Liquor Code further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor
licensees.
Status: Rereferred to Senate Appropriations - 03/16/2009

Title:Act re expanding storm water planning req.
Sponsor: Erickson
Abstract: Act updating & expanding the storm water planning req. to be undertaken by counties; authorizing
counties to reg. storm water within a watershed-based planning area & formation of mgmt authorities;
DEP powers; finance & funds.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Environmental Resources and Energy - 03/02/2009
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Number: PA SB 554 - Updated (Status 08/18/2010)
Title:Amends Title 75 re speed timing devices
Sponsor: Rafferty
Abstract: Amends Title 75 (Vehicles), in licensing of drivers, further providing for schedule of convictions & points;
in rules of the road in general, further providing for speed timing devices; for State & local powers.
Status: Committee Notes: Senate Transportation - 08/17/2010

Title:Amends Controlled Substance, Drug et al Act
Sponsor: Rafferty
Abstract: Amends The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device & Cosmetic Act providing for records of distribution of
controlled substances.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Public Health and Welfare - 03/02/2009

Title:Amends Dog Law re spaying or neutering
Sponsor: Browne
Abstract: Amends the Dog Law further providing for spaying or neutering as condition for release of certain
animals; and repealing certain provisions relating to sterilization of dogs and cats.

Title: Amends Dog Law re dangerous dog registration
Sponsor: Logan (Res. 8/24/10)
Abstract: Amends the Dog Law, further providing for registration of dangerous dogs; and prescribing penalties.

Title:Amends Animal Destruction Method Law re laws
Sponsor: Logan (Res. 8/24/10)
Abstract: Amends Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law further providing for prohibited means of
destroying animals, exclusions, use of drugs by humane societies & shelters; providing for
enforcement, use of carbon monoxide systems & for penalties.
Status: Rereferred to Senate Appropriations - 09/28/2010

Sponsor: Browne
Abstract: Amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses), further providing for cruelty to animals.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Judiciary - 05/05/2009
Number: PA SB 1225 - Updated (New 02/05/2010)

Title: Amends Vet Medicine Practice Act
Sponsor: Stack
Abstract: Amends the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act further providing for definitions.
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Title: Amends Vet Medicine Practice Act re discipline
Sponsor: Stack
Abstract: Amends the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act further providing for disciplinary proceedings.

Title:Amends Dog Law re licensure, provisions, fines
Sponsor: Dinniman
Abstract: Amends the Dog Law further providing for definitions, issuance of dog licenses, for revocation or refusal
of kennel licenses, for seizure and detention of dogs, for provisions relating to dog bites and for
disposition of fines & penalties.
Status: Discussed at Press Conference - 09/13/2010

Sponsor: Alloway
Abstract: Amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.
Status: Discussed at Press Conference - 09/13/2010

Title:Amends 4th to 8th Class County Tax Law re tax
Sponsor: Yaw
Abstract: Amends the Fourth to Eighth Class & Selective County Assessment Law further providing for subjects of
taxation enumerated.

Title: Amends General County Assessment Law re tax
Sponsor: Yaw
Abstract: Amends the General County Assessment Law further providing for subjects of taxation enumerated.

Title:Act re water management plans
Sponsor: Musto
Abstract: Act requiring water & wastewater systems to develop asset mgmt plans & document progress toward
full-cost pricing; for the EQB to adopt regulations; for DEP duties and the PA PUC; est. municipality
contracts, imposing penalties & for repeals.
Status: Introduced and referred to committee on Senate Environmental Resources and Energy - 10/08/2010
Number: PA SR 86 - Updated (Text 05/01/2010)

Title: Resolution re death of Harry Kalas
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Sponsor: Erickson
Abstract: Resolution noting with sadness the death of the inimitable Philadelphia Phillies announcer Harry Kalas
and extolling his broadcasting legacy.
Status: Introduced and adopted - 04/21/2009
Number: PA SR 406 - Updated (New 10/05/2010)

Title: Resolution re Pork Producers Month
Sponsor: Brubaker
Abstract: Resolution designating the month of October 2010 as 'Pork Producers Month' in Pennsylvania.
Status: Introduced and adopted - 09/29/2010
Rhode Island 2009-10 69 Bills

Number: RI H 5027 - Updated (Status 10/30/2009)
Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT -- DIVISIONS
Sponsor: Rice M
Abstract: This act would allow the department of environmental management agriculture division to work in
conjunction with the department of health or other state agencies pursuant to a memorandum of
agreement on farm and farm facility issues. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: House passed Sub A - 10/29/2009
Number: RI H 5069 - Updated (New 01/14/2009)

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- UNBORN VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE ACT
Sponsor: Brien
Abstract: This act would define and impose penalties for violence to an unborn child. This act would take effect
upon passage.
Status: Introduced, referred to House Judiciary - 01/13/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO STATUTES AND STATUTORY CONSTRUCTION
Sponsor: Fox
Abstract: This act would make technical revisions to various statutes pursuant to the recommendations of the
Law Revision Office. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Effective without Governor's signature - 11/13/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOBILE AND MANUFACTURED HOMES
Sponsor: Pacheco
Abstract: This act would institute procedural safeguards for owners of mobile or manufactured homes who want,
or must, sell or move their homes. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE "AKC CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PROGRAM" AND
SUPPORTING ITS EFFORTS TO PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP IN THE STATE OF
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Sponsor: Ruggiero
Status: House read and passed - 01/27/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY - OUTDOOR WOOD-FIRED HYDRONIC HEATERS
Sponsor: Gallison
Abstract: This act would regulate the sale and installation of outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters. This act would
take effect upon passage.
Status: Referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture - 06/26/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- FETAL PROTECTION ACT
Sponsor: Schadone
Abstract: This act would establish the Fetal Protection Act. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO WATER AND NAVIGATION - THE COASTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
COUNCIL
Sponsor: Kilmartin
Abstract: This act would require cities and towns to provide free parking at CRMC designated rights-of-way along
the Rhode Island shore. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture - 06/09/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
Sponsor: Pollard
Abstract: This act would expand the scope of the provisions against unnecessary cruelty to animals. This act
would take effect upon passage.
Status: Referred to Senate Constitutional and Regulatory Issues - 06/26/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- REGULATION OF VICIOUS DOGS
Sponsor: Serpa
Abstract: This act would add the director of the defenders of animals or his or her designee to the hearing panel
which decides whether a dog should be declared vicious. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Committee recommended measure be held for further study - 03/18/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
Sponsor: McNamara
Abstract: This act would allow practitioners to write up to three (3) separate prescriptions in Schedule II for up to a
one-month supply and allow for a ninety (90) day supply for prescriptions in Schedules IV and V. This
act would take effect on September 1, 2009.
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Title:AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PROTECTION ACT
Sponsor: Segal
Abstract: This act would prohibit and make it an unlawful housing practice to discriminate against a person
based upon their source of income in residential real estate transactions and in the renting of
residential housing. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION - SOFT DRINK AND SYRUP TAX
Sponsor: Carter
Abstract: This act would impose a tax on soft drinks and syrups and require all distributors, manufacturers or
sellers of soft drinks and syrups to obtain a license in order to conduct such business. This act would
Status: Withdrawn at sponsor's request - 03/04/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE - PROCEDURE GENERALLY - MEDICAL
MALPRACTICE
Sponsor: McNamara
Abstract: This act would make various changes affecting civil procedure including reduction of periods of
limitation, reduction of prejudgment interest and would make statements by healthcare provider
inadmissible as evidence. Sections 1, 2 and 8 of this act would take effect upon passage and would
apply to any cause of action which accrues on or after the effective date of this act. Sections 3 and 6 of
this act would take effective upon passage and would apply to any action filed or commenced on or after
the effective date of this act. Sections 4, 5 and 7 of this act would take effect upon passage and

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS - EXCAVATION NEAR UNDERGROUND
UTILITY FACILITIES
Sponsor: San Bento
Abstract: This act would include private utilities in the regulations relative to excavation near underground utility
facilities and would increase the penalties for violations. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS - VETERINARY DRUGS - VETERINARY PRESCRIPTIONS
Sponsor: O`Neill JP
Abstract: This act would require that a veterinarian be required to give an honorable prescription form for any drug
prescribed to treat an animal to the owner or caretaker of the animal. This act would take effect upon
passage.
Status: Referred to Senate Constitutional and Regulatory Issues - 06/17/2009
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Title:AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- DISEASES AND PARASITES
Sponsor: Rice M
Abstract: This act would establish the Asian Longhorn Beetle and the Emerald Ash Borer as a nuisance. It would
also establish penalties for unlawful importation and transportation of said pests. This act would take
effect upon passage.

Sponsor: O`Neill JP
Abstract: This act would exempt the Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RISPCA) from
certain provisions regarding the disposition of animals when said society was engaged in euthanizing
large numbers of animals for public health and/or safety purposes. This act would take effect upon
passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR FUEL TAX
Sponsor: Jackson
Abstract: This act would define the meaning of a manufactured biodiesel fuel with regard to the state motor fuel
tax. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT - CIVIL RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH
DISABILITIES
Sponsor: Naughton
Abstract: This act would amend the meaning of persons with disabilities as it relates to discrimination and civil
rights. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES - PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Sponsor: Lally
Abstract: This act would amend the state's civil rights laws so as to incorporate definitions and other changes
made by the federal ADAAmendments Act. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY - DOGS
Sponsor: Gemma
Abstract: This act would increase the fines imposed by the Municipal Court for a violation of the dog ordinances
to fifty dollars ($50.00) for the first offense, one hundred dollars ($100) for the second offense, two
hundred dollars ($200) for the third offense and three hundred dollars ($300) for the fourth and each
subsequent offense within the calendar year. This act would take effect upon passage.
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Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THAT THE GOVERNOR PRESERVE MATCHING
FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR BRUSH NECK COVE DREDGING AND HABITAT RESTORATION IN THE CITY
OF WARWICK
Sponsor: Gemma

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO SUPPORT FEDERAL
LEGISLATION TO PROTECT AMERICAN HORSES FROM SLAUGHTER FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Sponsor: Rice A

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- UNDERGROUND UTILITY FACILITIES
Sponsor: Malik
Abstract: This act would amend provisions regarding excavation near underground utility facilities, including, but
not limited to, the time frame for giving notice of excavation and the markings that must be made to
identify where the excavation shall take place. The act would also increase the penalties for violation of
this chapter. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY- ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS
Sponsor: Serpa
Abstract: This act would require pre-certification by the department of environmental management of all people
hired as an animal control officer subsequent to January 1, 2011. It would also require the department
to act in conjunction with Defenders of Animals to develop a program for training and certification as an
animal control officer. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXPRESSING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE UNTIMELY PASSING OF
CARRIE MILLICENTE MENARD PILAVIN
Sponsor: Baldelli-Hunt

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
Sponsor: Driver

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS
Sponsor: Rice A

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- TOXIC MOLD PROTECTION ACT
Sponsor: Lima

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING CONGRATULATIONS
Sponsor: Fox

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE FIFTH DAY OF JUNE AS MAJ-EN RESPECT FOR LIVING
THINGS DAY
Sponsor: Gemma
Status: Introduced, referred to House Constituent Services - 06/10/2009

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE POTTER LEAGUE FOR ANIMALS ON THE OPENING
OF ITS NEW "GREEN" ANIMAL CARE AND EDUCATION CENTER
Sponsor: Rice A

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- COASTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Sponsor: Naughton

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MARVIN AND DR. E. J. FINOCCHIO ON BEING SELECTED
AS NATIONAL WINNERS IN THE "PET PARTNERS" RESCUE CATEGORY ON THE DELTA SOCIETY'S
2009 BEYOND LIMITS AWARDS
Sponsor: Pacheco

Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING MAJ-EN, A THERAPY WORKING DOG
Sponsor: Gemma

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY - DOGS
Sponsor: Gemma
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
Sponsor: Serpa

Title: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO BE KNOWN AS "THE TASK
FORCE ON THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN THE CARE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES"
Sponsor: Naughton
Number: RI S 23 - Updated (Status 04/22/2009)

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS
Sponsor: Tassoni
Abstract: This act would provide guidelines and penalties for any person that keeps a dog outside tethered,
penned, caged, fenced or otherwise confined without adequate shelter from the elements and would
add definitions of "proper food", "proper water" and "proper veterinary care" to the chapter on cruelty to
animals. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Referred to House Judiciary - 04/21/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- REGULATION OF VICIOUS DOGS
Sponsor: Tassoni
Abstract: This act would add the director of the defenders of animals or his or her designee to the hearing panel
which decides whether a dog should be declared vicious. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Referred to House Judiciary - 04/21/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION - SCHOOL AND MUNICIPAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY
Sponsor: Blais
Abstract: This act would provide grants to cities and towns for projects undertaken specifically to comply with the
department of education and department of health’s joint health and environment recreational facility
safety regulations and/or to provide access for people with disabilities. This act would take effect upon
passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES ACT
Sponsor: Metts
Abstract: This act would prohibit discrimination in housing against those persons who are recipients of
government assistance. This act would take effect upon passage.
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Title:AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOBILE AND MANUFACTURED HOMES
Sponsor: Fogarty P
Abstract: This act would institute procedural safeguards for owners of mobile or manufactured homes who want,
or must, sell or move their homes. This act would take effect upon passage.
Number: RI S 228 - Updated (New 02/13/2009)

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING SENATOR KEVIN A. BREENE FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE
OF THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
Sponsor: Maher
Status: Introduced, referred to Senate Constitutional and Regulatory Issues - 02/11/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT - VIDEO LOTTERY TERMINAL
Sponsor: Ciccone
Abstract: This act would permit the facilities known as "Twin River" in Lincoln, Rhode Island and "Newport Grand"
in Newport, Rhode Island at their discretion to maintain and operate all video lottery games which said
facilities are authorized to conduct on a twenty-four (24) hour basis, on weekends and federal or state
recognized holidays and would provide for the division of revenue generated during the expanded
hours. This act would take effect on June 30, 2009.
Status: Vetoed by Governor - 07/02/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- DISEASES AND PARASITES
Sponsor: Sosnowski
Abstract: This act would establish the Asian Longhorn Beetle as a nuisance. It would also establish penalties for
unlawful importation and transportation of said beetles. This act would take effect upon passage.

Sponsor: Tassoni

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- UNDERGROUND UTILITY FACILITIES
Sponsor: DeVall
Abstract: This act would amend provisions regarding excavation near underground utility facilities, including, but
not limited to, the time frame for giving notice of excavation and the markings that must be made to
identify where the excavation shall take place. The act would also increase the penalties for violation of
this chapter. This act would take effect upon passage.
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS - EXCAVATION NEAR UNDERGROUND
UTILITY FACILITIES
Sponsor: Tassoni
Abstract: This act would include private utilities in the regulations relative to excavation near underground utility
facilities and would increase the penalties for violations. This act would take effect upon passage.
Status: Committee heard - 03/26/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- COASTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Sponsor: Walaska
Abstract: This act would require the costal resources management council to develop a management program in
order to conserve critical energy, waste treatment, transportation and public recreation resources in the
coastal zone. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR FUEL TAX
Sponsor: DiPalma
Abstract: This act would define the meaning of a manufactured biodiesel fuel with regard to the state motor fuel
tax. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- TOXIC MOLD PROTECTION ACT
Sponsor: Lanzi
Abstract: This act would create a mold advisory board to advise the department of health with respect to
establishing permissible exposure limits for mold exposure and procedures for the assessment of the
health risk posed by the presence of mold, and promulgate mold remediation procedures. This act

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS - UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
Sponsor: Walaska
Abstract: This act would make changes to the Uniform Controlled Substance Act relating to writing and
dispensing of prescriptions for certain drugs. This act would take effect upon passage.

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
Sponsor: Perry
Abstract: This act would allow practitioners to write up to three (3) separate prescriptions in Schedule II for up to a
one-month supply and allow for a ninety (90) day supply for prescriptions in Schedules IV and V. This
act would take effect on September 1, 2009.
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE - PROCEDURE GENERALLY - MEDICAL
MALPRACTICE
Sponsor: Perry
Abstract: This act would make various changes affecting civil procedure including reduction of periods of
limitation, reduction of prejudgment interest and would make statements by healthcare provider
inadmissible as evidence. Sections 1, 2 and 8 of this act would take effect upon passage and would
apply to any cause of action which accrues on or after the effective date of this act. Sections 3 and 6 of
this act would take effective upon passage and would apply to any action filed or commenced on or after
the effective date of this act. Sections 4, 5 and 7 of this act would take effect upon passage and
Status: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary - 02/25/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO SPORTS, RACING AND ATHLETICS - GAMBLING
Sponsor: Ruggerio
Abstract: This act would expand the definition of gambling to include professional sporting event wagering, as
well as authorizing a referendum of the expansion of gambling pursuant to the state constitution.

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION - SOFT DRINK AND SYRUP TAX
Sponsor: Perry
Abstract: This act would impose a tax on soft drinks and syrups and require all distributors, manufacturers or
sellers of soft drinks and syrups to obtain a license in order to conduct such business. This act would

Sponsor: Lynch

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES - PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Sponsor: McCaffrey
Abstract: This act would amend the state's civil rights laws so as to incorporate definitions and other changes
made by the federal ADAAmendments Act. This act would take effect upon passage.
Number: RI S 792 - Updated (Text, Status 04/02/2009)

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RULES OF THE SENATE
Sponsor: Maselli
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Status: Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment) - 04/01/2009

Title:AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS
Sponsor: Walaska
Abstract: This act would increase the fines for violations of the dog ordinances in the City of Warwick. This act

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING THAT THE GOVERNOR PRESERVE
MATCHING FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR BRUSH NECK COVE DREDGING AND HABITAT RESTORATION
IN THE CITY OF WARWICK
Sponsor: Walaska
Status: Senate read and passed - 05/12/2009

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING PORTSMOUTH ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER BETSY HANSON
FOR HER HEROIC EFFORTS IN RESCUING A DROWNING DOG
Sponsor: Levesque C
Number: RI S 914 - Updated (Text 05/21/2009)

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING SENATOR KEVIN A. BREENE FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE
OF THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
Sponsor: Maher

Title: SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING ERICA VIEIRA FOR BEING CHOSEN "THE 2009
COMMUNITY SERVICE POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR" BY THE RICHMOND GRANGE
Sponsor: Sosnowski

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO SPORTS, RACING AND ATHLETICS -- GREYHOUND RACING
Sponsor: Raptakis

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION - SCHOOL AND MUNICIPAL PLAYGROUND SAFETY
Sponsor: Blais
Status: Introduced, referred to Senate Finance - 02/04/2010
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- TOXIC MOLD PROTECTION ACT
Sponsor: Lanzi
Status: Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services - 02/04/2010
South Carolina - Adjourned 2009-10 28 Bills

Number: SC H 3013 - Updated (Text 03/27/2010)
Title:Animal enclosures
Sponsor: Limehouse
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 16-11-650, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO
THE OFFENSE OF REMOVING OR DESTROYING FENCES, GATES, OR OTHER BARRIERS
ENCLOSING ANIMALS, CROPS, OR UNCULTIVATED LANDS, SO AS TO REVISE THE ELEMENTS OF
THE OFFENSE, INCREASE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS, PROVIDE FOR THE RIGHTS OF EASEMENT
HOLDERS, AND TO VEST JURISDICTION TO HEAR AND DISPOSE OF THIS OFFENSE IN
MAGISTRATES COURT. - ratified title
Status: Act No. 56 - 06/12/2009

Title:Mixed martial arts
Sponsor: Merrill
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTIONS 40-81-20, 40-81-50, 40-81-70, 40-81-230, 40-81-280, 40-81-430, AND
40-81-480, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, ALL RELATING TO REGULATIONS OF
VARIOUS ATHLETIC AND SPORTING ACTIVITIES BY THE STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION, SO AS TO
PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION OF MIXED MARTIAL ARTS COMPETITIONS BY THE STATE ATHLETIC
COMMISSION; BY ADDING SECTION 40-81-445 SO AS TO MAKE THE COMBATIVE SPORT OF MIXED
MARTIAL ARTS LEGAL IN SOUTH CAROLINA, AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE MANNER IN WHICH THE
STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION SHALL SUPERVISE AND REGULATE
Status: Act No. 57 - 06/12/2009
Number: SC H 3117 - Updated (Status 03/26/2010)

Title:Pets
Sponsor: Cobb-Hunter
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 20-4-60, AS AMENDED, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976,
RELATING TO AN ORDER FOR PROTECTION FROM DOMESTIC ABUSE, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT
THE COURT MAY PROHIBIT HARM OR HARASSMENT TO A PET ANIMAL OWNED, POSSESSED, KEPT,
OR HELD BY THE PETITIONER AND TO PROVIDE THAT IN ORDERING TEMPORARY POSSESSION
OF PERSONAL PROPERTY, THE COURT MAY ORDER THE TEMPORARY POSSESSION OF PET
ANIMALS.
Status: House Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Hutto, Stavrinakis - 03/25/2010
Number: SC H 3137 - Updated (Hearing 02/27/2009)

Title:Animal control officer
Sponsor: Harrison
RELATING TO LITTER CONTROL OFFICERS, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT AN ANIMAL CONTROL
OFFICER HAS THE SAME POWERS AND DUTIES AS A LITTER CONTROL OFFICER.
Status: Senate Referred to Subcommittee: Cleary (ch), Ford, S.Martin - 02/19/2009
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Title:DHEC
Sponsor: Lucas
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 44-1-20, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO
THE SUPERVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BY THE
BOARD OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL, SO AS TO DELETE REFERENCES TO THE
BOARD AND INSTEAD PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT MUST BE MANAGED AND OPERATED BY A
DIRECTOR APPOINTED BY THE GOVERNOR UPON THE ADVICE AND CONSENT OF THE SENATE
AND SUBJECT TO REMOVAL BY THE GOVERNOR; TO AMEND SECTIONS 44-1-40, 44-1-50, AS
AMENDED, 44-1-60, 44-1-70, 44-1-80, AS AMENDED, 44-1-280, 44-2-130, AS AMENDED, 44-7-130,
Status: House Member(s) request name added as sponsor: E.H.Pitts - 01/28/2009

Title:Cockfighting
Sponsor: G.M. Smith
RELATING TO COCKFIGHTING, SO AS TO INCREASE THE PENALTIES FOR THE OFFENSE.
Status: House Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Daning - 01/13/2010

Title:Animals
Sponsor: Rice
RELATING TO CERTAIN DEFINITIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE A DANGEROUS ANIMAL MEANS, AMONG
OTHER THINGS, AN ANIMAL THAT MAKES AN UNPROVOKED ATTACK ON A DOMESTIC ANIMAL OR AN
ANIMAL WHOSE CERTAIN ACTIONS WOULD CAUSE A PERSON REASONABLY TO BELIEVE THE
ANIMAL WILL ATTACK AND CAUSE BODILY INJURY TO A DOMESTIC ANIMAL.
Status: House Referred to Committee on Judiciary HJ-14 - 01/27/2009

Title:Landfills
Sponsor: Neilson
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 44-96-115
SO AS TO ESTABLISH A STATEWIDE TIPPING FEE ON THE DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE IN A
LANDFILL, TO IMPOSE ON A LANDFILL OWNER OR OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS FOR RECORDING
SOLID WASTE TONNAGE RECEIVED AND TIPPING FEES RECEIVED, TO REQUIRE A LANDFILL
OWNER OR OPERATOR QUARTERLY TO REPORT TONNAGE FEES RECEIVED TO THE
DEPARTMENT AND TO DEPOSIT TIPPING FEES COLLECTED WITH THE DEPARTMENT; TO AMEND
SECTION 44-96-40, RELATING TO CERTAIN DEFINITIONS, SO AS TO DEFINE A TIPPING FEE; AND TO
Status: House Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs HJ-12 -
02/12/2009

Title: Realtor Day
Sponsor: Huggins
Abstract: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2009, SOUTH CAROLINA
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REALTOR DAY IN ORDER TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE MANY OUTSTANDING REALTORS AND
REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS IN OUR STATE.
Status: Senate Committee report: Favorable Invitations SJ-11 - 02/24/2009

Title:Schmooney
Sponsor: G.R. Smith
Abstract: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE BOB SHUMAKER, OF GREENVILLE COUNTY,
AUTHOR OF "THE SCHMOONEY TRILOGIES", A CHILDREN'S BOOK SERIES FEATURING A
LOVEABLE MAIN CHARACTER KNOWN AS THE SCHMOONEY WHO LEADS CHILDREN ON
REMARKABLE ADVENTURES, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS DEDICATION TO IMPROVING READING
SKILLS AND LITERACY ACROSS THE PALMETTO STATE, AND TO DECLARE THE SCHMOONEY THE
HONORARY MASCOT FOR LITERACY IN SOUTH CAROLINA FOR 2009-2010.
Status: Senate Introduced, adopted, returned with concurrence SJ-21 - 02/25/2009

Title:Forestry
Sponsor: Duncan
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 48-23-
205 SO AS TO PROVIDE CERTAIN DEFINITIONS, TO LIMIT THE AUTHORITY OF COUNTIES AND
MUNICIPALITIES TO RESTRICT OR REGULATE CERTAIN FORESTRY ACTIVITIES, TO PROVIDE THE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CERTAIN PERMITTED REGULATIONS, AND TO PROVIDE EXEMPTIONS.
- ratified title
Status: Act No. 48 - 06/12/2009

Title:Municipality or county
Sponsor: Sottile
SO AS PROVIDE THAT A MUNICIPALITY OR COUNTY OR ITS EMPLOYEES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR
DAMAGE OR INJURY CAUSED TO A PERSON WHO PARTICIPATES IN AN ALTERNATIVE
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY ON MUNICIPAL OR COUNTY PROPERTY, TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS, AND
TO APPLY THE LIMITS OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA TORT CLAIMS ACT WHERE LIABILITY EXISTS.

Title:Wildlife management areas
Sponsor: Umphlett
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 50-11-2200, AS AMENDED, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA,
1976, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS, SO AS TO SPECIFY
ADDITIONAL PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES; TO AMEND SECTION 50-11-2210, RELATING TO ABUSE OF
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA LANDS, SO AS TO INCLUDE HERITAGE TRUST AND DEPARTMENT
OWNED LANDS; TO AMEND SECTION 50-11-2220, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO ADDITIONAL
PENALTIES FOR ABUSING WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA LANDS, SO AS TO INCLUDE HERITAGE
TRUST AND DEPARTMENT OWNED LANDS; BY ADDING SECTION 50-11-2225 SO AS TO
Status: Act No. 63 - 06/12/2009
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Title:Horses
Sponsor: Bales
RELATING TO THE HEALTH CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR A HORSE TO ENTER THE STATE,
SO AS TO REQUIRE TESTING FOR EQUINE STRANGLES AND A VETERINARY CERTIFICATE OF
GOOD HEALTH ISSUED NOT MORE THAN THIRTY DAYS BEFORE ENTRY; TO AMEND SECTION 47-
13-1370, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO THE PROOF OF TESTS REQUIRED FOR THE PUBLIC
ASSEMBLY OF HORSES, SO AS TO REQUIRE THAT HORSES MAINTAINED AT A PUBLIC STABLE OR
OTHER PUBLIC FACILITY BE TESTED FOR EQUINE INFECTIOUS ANEMIA NOT LESS THAN
Status: House Recommitted to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs HJ-195
- 04/29/2009
Number: SC H 3918 - Updated (New 04/23/2009)

Title:Robert Monty Wooley
Sponsor: Agnew
Abstract: A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR ROBERT MONTY WOOLEY OF ABBEVILLE
COUNTY, VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SERVICES AT ERSKINE COLLEGE, UPON THE
OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT IN JUNE 2009, TO THANK HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF
OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH FULFILLMENT AND SUCCESS IN ALL
HIS FUTURE ENDEAVORS.
Status: House Introduced and adopted HJ-13 - 04/22/2009

Title:Animal fighting
Sponsor: G.M. Smith
THE OFFENSE OF ANIMAL FIGHTING AND BAITING AND ITS PENALTIES, SO AS TO ADD THAT IT IS
UNLAWFUL TO POSSESS, TRAIN, TRANSPORT, OR SELL AN ANIMAL WITH THE INTENT THAT THE
ANIMAL BE ENGAGED IN ANIMAL FIGHTING AND BAITING.

Title:Jaidon's Law
Sponsor: Forrester
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ENACTING "JAIDON'S LAW"
BY AMENDING SECTION 63-7-1680, RELATING TO THE CONTENTS, APPROVAL, AND AMENDMENT
OF A PLACEMENT PLAN DEVELOPED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES FOR A CHILD
REMOVED FROM THE CUSTODY OF HIS OR HER PARENTS, SO AS TO FURTHER PROVIDE FOR THE
VISITATION RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARENTS UNDER THE PLACEMENT PLAN; TO
AMEND SECTION 63-7-1690, RELATING TO CONTENTS OF A PLACEMENT PLAN WHEN THE
CONDITIONS FOR REMOVAL OF A CHILD FROM THE CUSTODY OF HIS OR HER PARENTS INCLUDE

Title: Animal restraint
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Sponsor: J.E. Smith
SO AS TO MAKE IT UNLAWFUL TO KNOWINGLY OR INTENTIONALLY CONFINE OR RESTRAIN AN
ANIMAL IN A CRUEL MANNER OR KNOWINGLY OR INTENTIONALLY CAUSE SUCH CRUEL
CONFINEMENT OR RESTRAINING OF AN ANIMAL, TO DEFINE CERTAIN TERMS IN REGARD TO THE
ABOVE, TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION, AND TO PROVIDE THAT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
MAY ADOPT MORE STRINGENT LOCAL ORDINANCES GOVERNING THE CONFINEMENT OR
RESTRAINING OF AN ANIMAL WITH CIVIL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS.
Number: SC S 115 - Updated (Status 01/15/2009)

Title:State Athletic Commission
Sponsor: Knotts
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND SECTIONS 40-81-20, 40-81-50, 40-81-70, 40-81-230, 40-81-280, AND 40-81-430,
CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, ALL RELATING TO REGULATIONS OF VARIOUS
ATHLETIC AND SPORTING ACTIVITIES BY THE STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION; BY ADDING SECTION
40-81-445 SO AS TO MAKE THE COMBATIVE SPORT OF MIXED MARTIAL ARTS LEGAL IN SOUTH
CAROLINA, AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE MANNER IN WHICH THE STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
SHALL SUPERVISE AND REGULATE MIXED MARTIAL ARTS COMPETITIONS; TO REPEAL SECTION
40-81-480 RELATING TO EVENTS OR EXHIBITIONS INVOLVING MORE THAN
Status: Senate Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry SJ-123 - 01/13/2009
Number: SC S 223 - Updated (Hearing 02/12/2010)

Title:Provisions for Cost of Animal Care Act
Sponsor: Lourie
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 47-1-145,
TO ENACT THE "PROVISIONS FOR COST OF ANIMAL CARE ACT OF 2009", TO PROVIDE THAT THE
CUSTODIAN OF AN ANIMAL TAKEN INTO CUSTODY DUE TO CIVIL OR CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS BY ITS
OWNER MAY PETITION THE COURT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO PROVIDING CARE TO THE
ANIMAL, TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR HEARING SUCH PETITIONS AND FOR THE
COLLECTION AND USE OF FUNDS ORDERED TO BE PAID, TO PROVIDE THAT A PERSON WHO
FAILS TO PAY SUCH FUNDS FORFEITS RIGHTS OF OWNERSHIP TO THE ANIMAL, TO PROVIDE FOR
Number: SC S 328 - Updated (Text 09/01/2010)

Title:Pet inoculating
Sponsor: Verdin
INOCULATING PETS AGAINST RABIES, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THESE INOCULATIONS MUST BE
ADMINISTERED BY A LICENSED VETERINARIAN OR SOMEONE UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION
OF A LICENSED VETERINARIAN. - ratified title
Status: Act No. 173 - 06/09/2010
Number: SC S 384 - Updated (Text, Status 02/11/2010)

Title: Administrative Law Court
Sponsor: Leventis
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RELATING TO HEARINGS AND PROCEEDINGS OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW COURT, SO AS TO
REORGANIZE THE SECTION AND PROVIDE THAT IT IS APPLICABLE TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL; TO AMEND SECTION 1-23-610, AS AMENDED, RELATING
TO REVIEW OF DECISIONS OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW COURT, SO AS TO DEFINE THE
PROCEDURES FOR OBTAINING JUDICIAL REVIEW OF A FINAL DECISION OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE
LAW JUDGE IN A CASE INVOLVING THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
Status: Scrivener's error corrected - 02/10/2010

Title:Livestock and poultry
Sponsor: Verdin
Abstract: AN ACT TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 47-4-160
SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT UNITS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MAY NOT ENACT ORDINANCES,
ORDERS, OR OTHER REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE CARE AND HANDLING OF LIVESTOCK AND
POULTRY, TO PROVIDE THAT IT IS THE INTENT OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO OCCUPY THE
FIELD CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF THE CARE AND HANDLING OF LIVESTOCK AND
POULTRY, TO PROVIDE THAT LOCAL LAWS AND ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION
OF AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE CARE AND HANDLING OF LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY ARE
PREEMPTED AND
Status: Act No. 75 - 06/24/2009
Number: SC S 480 - Updated (Hearing 03/03/2009)

Title:Horses
Sponsor: Verdin
Abstract: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO URGE CONGRESS TO OPPOSE FEDERAL LEGISLATION THAT
INTERFERES WITH A STATE'S ABILITY TO DIRECT THE TRANSPORT OR PROCESSING OF HORSES.
Status: Senate Referred to Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources SJ-15 - 02/25/2009

Title:Raffles
Sponsor: McConnell
Abstract: A BILL TO AMEND CHAPTER 19, TITLE 16 OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS, 1976,
RELATING TO GAMBLING AND LOTTERIES, SO AS TO AMEND EXISTING LAWS ON UNLAWFUL
LOTTERIES AND GAMBLING BY ORGANIZING EXISTING LAWS INTO ARTICLE 1, AND IN ARTICLE 1 TO
ADD DEFINITIONS; TO INCREASE AND MAKE UNIFORM PENALTIES FOR UNLAWFUL LOTTERIES
AND GAMBLING; TO ALLOW SOCIAL GAMBLING AS A DEFENSE TO UNLAWFUL GAMBLING, AND TO
CLARIFY THAT GAMES OF SKILL OR CHANCE IN WHICH NO BETTING OCCURS ARE NOT
UNLAWFUL; BY ADDING ARTICLE 3, AND IN ARTICLE 3 TO ALLOW CHARITABLE AND NONPROFIT
Status: Senate Committee report: Favorable with amendment Judiciary SJ-11 - 05/13/2009

Title: Riverbanks Parks Commission
Sponsor: Cromer
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE RIVERBANKS PARKS COMMISSION, SO AS TO DELETE
PROVISIONS THAT AUTHORIZE THE RIVERBANKS PARKS COMMISSION TO ADOPT RULES AND
REGULATIONS REGARDING PARK PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZE THE COMMISSION TO EMPLOY
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POLICE OFFICERS, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN ACTIVITIES WHILE ON PARK PROPERTY, AND TO
DELETE THE PROVISION THAT FINES AND FORFEITURES COLLECTED PURSUANT TO SECTIONS
51-13-50 THROUGH 51-13-80 BE FORWARDED TO THE RIVERBANKS PARKS COMMISSION. - ratified
title
Status: Act No. 197 - 06/15/2010

Title: Animal fighting
Sponsor: L. Martin
THE OFFENSE OF ANIMAL FIGHTING AND BAITING AND ITS PENALTIES, SO AS TO ADD THAT IT IS
UNLAWFUL TO SELL AN ANIMAL WITH THE INTENT THAT THE ANIMAL BE ENGAGED IN ANIMAL
FIGHTING AND BAITING.
Status: Senate Referred to Subcommittee: Knotts (ch), Massey, Coleman - 01/12/2010

Title: Pets
Sponsor: Leventis
RELATING TO AN ORDER FOR PROTECTION FROM DOMESTIC ABUSE, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT
THE COURT MAY PROHIBIT HARM OR HARASSMENT TO A PET ANIMAL OWNED, POSSESSED, KEPT,
OR HELD BY THE PETITIONER AND TO PROVIDE THAT IN ORDERING TEMPORARY POSSESSION
OF PERSONAL PROPERTY, THE COURT MAY ORDER THE TEMPORARY POSSESSION OF PET
ANIMALS.
Status: Senate Referred to Subcommittee: Campbell (ch), Knotts, Campsen, Lourie - 02/10/2010
South Dakota - Adjourned 2010 1 Bill

Number: SD HB 1146 - Updated (Status 02/05/2010)
Title: Provide for the regulation of certain commercial dog breeding operations.
Sponsor: Elliott
Abstract: Provide for the regulation of certain commercial dog breeding operations.
Status: Scheduled for hearing - 02/09/2010
Tennessee - Adjourned 2009-10 108 Bills

Number: TN HB 113 - Updated (Status 01/26/2010)
Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, deletes provisions relative to state licensing of dog and cat
dealers. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 17.
Sponsor: Bell
Status: Withdrawn. - 01/25/2010

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Animal Abuser Registration,
Tracking and Verification Act." - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 39.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Assigned to s/c Criminal Practice and Procedure of JUD - 02/17/2009
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Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As enacted, enacts the "Commercial Breeder Act." - Amends TCA Title 47,
Chapter 18, Part 1; Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2; and Title 44, Chapter 17.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Pub. Ch. 591 - 07/16/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, deletes requirement persons selling dogs and cats at a
flea market obtain a license as a dealer from the department of agriculture. - Amends TCA Title 44,
Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Bass
Status: Rcvd. from H., P1C. - 06/03/2009

Sponsor: Bell

Title: Narcotics - As enacted, makes concealing that one has received a controlled substance in an effort to
obtain more of that substance a Class A misdemeanor and requires certain health care professionals
to report suspicion of such to local law enforcement without civil liability. - Amends TCA Title 53, Chapter
11.
Sponsor: Odom
Status: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 67 - 04/22/2009

Title: Narcotics - As introduced, makes concealing that one has received a controlled substance in an effort to
11.
Sponsor: Odom
Status: Assigned to s/c Professional Occupations of HHR - 03/17/2009

Title: Tort Liability and Reform - As introduced, exempts persons from civil liability for rendering or obtaining
medical care or treatment to certain animals under specified circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 29,
Chapter 34, Part 2.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Assigned to s/c Civil Practice and Procedure of JUD - 02/17/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, provides that in animal cruelty prosecutions, if the
defendant does not post court-ordered security to pay for expense of caring for the animal within 72
hours, animal is forfeited and defendant loses all ownership rights. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14,
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Sponsor: Maggart
Status: Held on desk. - 04/16/2009

Title: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases penalty for spectators at animal fight to Class A
misdemeanor from Class B misdemeanor for dog fights and to Class A misdemeanor for Class C
misdemeanor for other animal fights. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Maggart
Status: Failed for Lack of Motion in: Agriculture Committee - 04/06/2010

Title: Milk, Dairy Products - As enacted, specifies that the Dairy Law of the State of Tennessee does not
prohibit the independent or partial owner of any hoofed mammal from using the milk from such animal
for the owner's personal consumption or other personal use. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 19 and
Title 53.
Sponsor: Niceley
Status: Pub. Ch. 285 - 05/29/2009

Title: Agriculture - As introduced, authorizes the state to support a voluntary animal identification program;
prohibits the department of agriculture from forcing national animal identification premises registration
without specific statutory authorization from the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 7.
Sponsor: Niceley
Status: Action Def. in Agriculture Committee to 2010 - 05/19/2009

Title: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases penalty for cockfighting to a Class E felony. - Amends TCA
Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Maggart
Status: P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt. - 02/18/2009

Title: Recycling - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Deposit Beverage Container Recycling Act". - Amends
TCA Title 68, Chapter 211 and Chapter 86 of the Public Acts of 2005.
Sponsor: McDonald
Status: Taken Off Notice For Cal. in s/c State Government of S&LG of State & Local Government Committee -
04/22/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, creates Class B fine only offenses of selling live animals
on public streets, parks and for business to offer live animal as prize or for promotional purposes;
places safeguards on sale of animals at flea markets. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Assigned to s/c Criminal Practice and Procedure of JUD - 03/11/2009
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Title: Municipal Government - As introduced, authorizes municipalities having a population of at least 100,000
to establish an ordinance and permitting process that would enable restaurants to allow admittance of
patron companion dogs into designated outdoor dining areas. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 18
and Title 6, Chapter 54.
Sponsor: Brooks H
Status: Assigned to s/c Public Health and Family Assistance of HHR - 03/03/2009

Title: Municipal Government - As enacted, authorizes municipalities having a population of at least 100,000
and certain other municipalities to establish an ordinance and permitting process that would enable
restaurants to allow admittance of patron pet dogs into designated outdoor dining areas. - Amends TCA
Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 18 and Title 6, Chapter 54.
Sponsor: Brooks H

Title: Water Pollution - As enacted, specifies that only those operations that are required under the federal
Clean Water Act to have a permit for CAFOs may be issued an NPDES permit. - Amends TCA Title 69,
Chapter 3, Part 1.
Sponsor: McCord

Title: Environmental Preservation - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Environmental Protection and
Recycling Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 49; Title 55; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70.
Sponsor: McCord
Status: Taken Off Notice For Cal. in s/c Study Committee Sub-committee of Budget of Finance, Ways & Means
Committee - 06/10/2009

Title: Boards and Commissions - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Pet Groomers Act". - Amends TCA
Title 62.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Assigned to s/c Small Business of COM - 03/25/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, establishes recording fee of up to $10.00 for registering
pedigree of any jack or bull claimed to be pedigreed livestock; creates Class C misdemeanor for
knowingly recording or presenting a fraudulent pedigree. - Amends TCA Title 44.
Sponsor: Niceley
Status: P2C, ref. to Agriculture - 02/25/2009
Number: TN HB 1885 - Updated (Text, Status 02/12/2010)

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires landlords and mortgage holders to notify animal
control entity or animal shelter if vacated property contains abandoned animals. - Amends TCA Title 39,
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Sponsor: Turner J
Status: Sponsor change. - 02/11/2010

Title: Tort Liability and Reform - As enacted, limits tort liability of agritourism professionals under certain
circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 43 and Title 70, Chapter 7.
Sponsor: Bone

Title: Wildlife Resources Commission - As introduced, increases punishment for knowingly hunting, killing,
trapping, ensnaring, destroying, or possessing an albino deer from Class B to Class A misdemeanor
punishable by fine only. - Amends TCA Title 70.
Sponsor: Litz
Status: Assigned to s/c Environment of CON - 03/03/2009

Title: Food and Food Products - As introduced, enacts the "Genetically Engineered Food Labeling Act of
2009." - Amends TCA Title 47, Chapter 18, Part 1 and Title 53, Chapter 1.
Sponsor: Towns
Status: Action Def. in Agriculture Committee to 2010 - 05/12/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, removes requirement for county agricultural extension
agents to investigate allegations of cruelty to livestock animals. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part
2 and Title 44.
Sponsor: Bone

Title: Psychologists - As introduced, authorizes certain psychologists to prescribe medications and
treatments for patients. - Amends TCA Title 17; Title 39; Title 53, Chapter 10, Part 1; Section 63-10-204;
Title 63, Chapter 11, Part 2; Section 63-11-218; Section 63-31-101; Section 63-7-103; and Section 68-
29-121.
Sponsor: Shipley
Status: Assigned to s/c Professional Occupations of HHR - 03/11/2009

Title: Food and Food Products - As introduced, requires sausage sold in quantities greater than a pound to
be frozen. - Amends TCA Title 53.
Sponsor: Curtiss
Status: Taken Off Notice For Cal. in: Agriculture Committee - 04/21/2009

Title: Huntland - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites the charter. -
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Sponsor: Fraley
Status: Pr. Ch. 13 - 05/21/2009

Title: Niota - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 48 of the Private Acts
of 1919; as amended.
Sponsor: Bell
Status: Pr. Ch. 28 - 07/21/2009

Title: Red Boiling Springs - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 120 of
the Private Acts of 1953; as amended.
Sponsor: Weaver
Status: Pr. Ch. 29 - 07/21/2009

Title: Alexandria - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 714 of the
Private Acts of 1937; Chapter 836 of the Private Acts of 1937; Chapter 61 of the Private Acts of 1943;
Chapter 352 of the Private Acts of 1945; Chapter 601 of the Private Acts of 1945; Chapter 838 of the
Private Acts of 1987, and any other acts amendatory thereto.
Sponsor: Weaver
Status: Pr. Ch. 31 - 07/21/2009

Title: Mason - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites the charter. - Amends Chapter 120 of the
Private Acts of 1915; as amended.
Sponsor: Naifeh
Status: Comp. became Pr. Ch. 21 - 06/17/2009

Title: Adamsville - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends amend Chapter 42 of
Sponsor: Dennis
Status: Pr. Ch. 32 - 07/21/2009
Number: TN HB 2497 - Updated (Text 05/17/2010)

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires owners of dangerous, vicious, and wild animals to
secure minimal liability insurance. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 8.
Sponsor: Hardaway
Abstract: This bill requires every owner of a dangerous, vicious or wild animal to carry at least $15,000 of liability
insurance for any injuries inflicted by the animal. An animal owner will have 60 days from the date that
the owner knows or should have known that the owner's animal is dangerous, vicious, or wild within
which to obtain the insurance policy required by this bill.
Status: Action Def. in Agriculture Committee to summer study - 05/04/2010
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Title: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, prohibits convicted felons, probationers, and parolees from owning,
harboring, keeping, residing with, or being in the company of dangerous, vicious, or wild animals;
except when preapproved or preauthorized by a court or the board of probation or parole to own or keep
such animal; makes a violation of this act a misdemeanor. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Hardaway
Abstract: This bill makes it a Class A misdemeanor offense for any convicted felon, parolee, or probationer to
own, harbor, keep, reside with, or be in the company of a dangerous, vicious, or wild animal. This bill
requires that a person must provide proof of preapproval, issued by the board of probation and parole
or a court, for the person to own, possess, or control the animal in order to establish a defense to
prosecution under this bill. This bill's provisions will apply to any person who is convicted of a felony or
placed on probation or parole on or after July 1, 2010.

Title: Controlled Substances - As enacted, revises reporting requirements concerning persons obtaining or
attempting to obtain controlled substances. - Amends TCA Title 53, Chapter 11.
Sponsor: Odom
Status: Pub. Ch. 663 - 04/12/2010

makes a violation of this section a misdemeanor. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Hardaway
Abstract: This bill makes it a Class A misdemeanor for any person who has been convicted of a felony offense
on or after July 1, 2010, or is on parole or probation for any offense on or after July 1, 2010, to own,
harbor, keep, share a residence with, or be in the company of a dangerous, vicious, or wild animal. It is
a defense to prosecution under this bill that the person had a reasonable excuse, to the satisfaction of
the court, for having ownership, possession, custody, or control of the animal.

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires owners, harborers, and keepers of dogs to
restrain or confine dogs; establishes certain penalties and defenses for violations. - Amends TCA
Section 44-8-108.
Sponsor: Hardaway
Abstract: This bill revises the offense of allowing a dog to run at large and revises the punishments for that
offense.

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, defines food and shelter for both livestock and non-
livestock animals for the purposes of animal offenses. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-201.
Sponsor: Ford
Status: Failed for Lack of Motion in: General Sub of AG - 02/23/2010
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Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, changes the required holding period by a humane society
before destroying an abandoned animal from 72 hours to 120 hours. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter
14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Sontany

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, authorizes any county or municipality, instead of just
specified ones, to petition the general sessions court for the destruction of dangerous dogs instead of
the district attorney general petitioning the circuit court of the county where the offense occurred for
destruction of the dog. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 17 and Title 55, Chapter 4, Part 2.
Sponsor: Sontany

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, makes the offense of animal cruelty applicable to all
animals and requires that a person intentionally rather than knowingly deprive an animal of food or
water in order to commit the offense. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Sontany
Status: Failed for Lack of Motion in: Agriculture Committee - 03/30/2010

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, enacts "Honey's Law" to revise punishment for animal
abuse. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-202.
Sponsor: West

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As enacted, creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for a person who
was previously convicted of animal cruelty if such person subsequently violates an animal custody
restriction imposed by the sentencing court. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-202.
Sponsor: Lundberg
Abstract: Under present law, the offense of cruelty to animals is a Class A misdemeanor, except that a second or
subsequent conviction for cruelty to animals is a Class E felony. In addition to these penalties, the court
making the sentencing determination will order the person convicted to surrender custody and forfeit the
animal or animals whose treatment was the basis of the conviction. The court may prohibit the person
from having custody of other animals for any period of time the court determines to be reasonable, or
impose any other reasonable restrictions on the person's custody of animals as
Status: Pub. Ch. 816 - 05/04/2010

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, classifies a violation of certain prohibitions or restrictions
placed upon a person convicted of animal cruelty by the sentencing court as a Class A misdemeanor. -
Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 and Title 40.
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Sponsor: Lundberg
Status: P2C, ref. to Agriculture Committee - 02/18/2010
Number: TN HJR 164 - Updated (New 03/13/2009)

Title: Memorials, Death - Andrew Lindland -
Sponsor: Evans
Status: Signed by Governor. - 03/12/2009
Number: TN HJR 167 - Updated (Status 03/18/2009)

Title: Memorials, Recognition - Putnam County Fair, AAA fair champion -
Sponsor: Fincher

Title: Memorials, Death - Ernie Ashworth -
Sponsor: Bone

Title: Memorials, Congress - Expresses opposition to federal legislation prohibiting the transporting and
processing of horses. -
Sponsor: Niceley
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S. FW&M Comm. - 05/26/2009

Title: Memorials, Death - Thomas Hovatter -
Sponsor: Ford

Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion - Robert and Faye Dedman, 50th anniversary -
Sponsor: Bone
Number: TN HR 11 - Updated (Status 02/13/2009)

Title: Memorials, Death - John Phillips -
Sponsor: Yokley
Status: Signed by H. Speaker - 02/12/2009

Title: Lottery, Charitable - Approves 2009-2010 501(c)(3) annual events by the house of representatives. -
Sponsor: Tindell

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Title: Memorials, Academic Achievement - Julie Diane Andrews, Valedictorian, Culleoka Unit School -
Sponsor: Cobb T
Number: TN SB 41 - Updated (Status 06/04/2009)

Sponsor: Bunch
Status: Placed on S. FW&M Comm. cal. for 06/03/2009 - 06/03/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Animal Abuser Registration,
Tracking and Verification Act." - Amends TCA Title 40, Chapter 39.
Sponsor: Jackson
Status: P2C, ref. to S. Jud Comm. - 02/11/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As enacted, enacts the "Commercial Breeder Act." - Amends TCA Title 47,
Chapter 18, Part 1; Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2; and Title 44, Chapter 17.
Sponsor: Jackson

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, provides that in animal cruelty prosecutions, if the
defendant does not post court-ordered security to pay for expense of caring for the animal within 72
hours, animal is forfeited and defendant loses all ownership rights. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14,
Part 2.
Sponsor: Black
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S. Jud Comm. - 04/29/2009

Title: Narcotics - As enacted, makes concealing that one has received a controlled substance in an effort to
11.
Sponsor: Henry
Status: Pub. Ch. 67 - 04/22/2009

Title: Tort Liability and Reform - As introduced, exempts persons from civil liability for rendering or obtaining
medical care or treatment to certain animals under specified circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 29,
Chapter 34, Part 2.
Sponsor: Henry

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Sponsor: Bunch
Status: P2C, ref. to S. C,L&A Comm. - 02/12/2009

Title: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases penalty for spectators at animal fight to Class A
misdemeanor from Class B misdemeanor for dog fights and Class C misdemeanor for other animal
fights. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Ketron
Status: Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk. - 04/27/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, deletes requirement persons selling dogs and cats at a
flea market obtain a license as a dealer from the department of agriculture. - Amends TCA Title 44,
Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Ketron
Status: Re-ref. to S. Cal. Comm. - 06/17/2009

Title: Municipal Government - As introduced, authorizes municipalities having a population of at least 100,000
to establish an ordinance and permitting process that would enable restaurants to allow admittance of
patron companion dogs into designated outdoor dining areas. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 18
and Title 6, Chapter 54.
Sponsor: Burchett
Status: P2C, ref. to S. S&L Govt. Comm. - 02/12/2009

Title: Municipal Government - As enacted, authorizes municipalities having a population of at least 100,000
and certain other municipalities to establish an ordinance and permitting process that would enable
restaurants to allow admittance of patron pet dogs into designated outdoor dining areas. - Amends TCA
Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 18 and Title 6, Chapter 54.
Sponsor: Burchett
Status: Pub. Ch. 508 - 07/07/2009

Title: Environmental Preservation - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Environmental Protection and
Recycling Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 49; Title 55; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70.
Sponsor: Southerland
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S. E,C&T Comm. - 04/21/2009

Title: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases penalty for cockfighting to a Class E felony. - Amends TCA
Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Ketron
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Title: Milk, Dairy Products - As enacted, specifies that the Dairy Law of the State of Tennessee does not
prohibit the independent or partial owner of any hoofed mammal from using the milk from such animal
for the owner's personal consumption or other personal use. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 19 and
Title 53.
Sponsor: Faulk

Title: Agriculture - As introduced, authorizes the state to support a voluntary animal identification program;
prohibits the department of agriculture from forcing national animal identification premises registration
without specific statutory authorization from the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 7.
Sponsor: Faulk
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S. C,L&A Comm. - 04/15/2009

Title: Water Pollution - As enacted, specifies that only those operations that are required under the federal
Clean Water Act to have a permit for CAFOs may be issued an NPDES permit. - Amends TCA Title 69,
Chapter 3, Part 1.
Sponsor: Tracy
Status: Pub. Ch. 330 - 06/05/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, creates Class B fine only offenses of selling live animals
on public streets, parks and for business to offer live animal as prize or for promotional purposes;
places safeguards on sale of animals at flea markets. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Berke

Title: Recycling - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Deposit Beverage Container Recycling Act". - Amends
TCA Title 68, Chapter 211 and Chapter 86 of the Public Acts of 2005.
Sponsor: Jackson
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S. E,C&T Comm. - 04/21/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires landlords and mortgage holders to notify animal
control entity or animal shelter if vacated property contains abandoned animals. - Amends TCA Title 39,
Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Ford, O.

Title: Boards and Commissions - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Pet Groomers Act". - Amends TCA
Title 62.
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Sponsor: Burchett
Status: P2C, ref. to S. Govt. Ops. Comm. - 02/18/2009

Title: Psychologists - As introduced, authorizes certain psychologists to prescribe medications and
treatments for patients. - Amends TCA Title 17; Title 39; Title 53, Chapter 10, Part 1; Section 63-10-204;
Title 63, Chapter 11, Part 2; Section 63-11-218; Section 63-31-101; Section 63-7-103; and Section 68-
29-121.
Sponsor: Overbey
Status: Assigned to Gen. Sub of: S.GW,H&HR Comm. - 05/06/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, establishes recording fee of up to $10.00 for registering
pedigree of any jack or bull claimed to be pedigreed livestock; creates Class C misdemeanor for
knowingly recording or presenting a fraudulent pedigree. - Amends TCA Title 44.
Sponsor: Burchett
Status: P2C, ref. to S. C,L&A Comm. - 02/18/2009

Title: Wildlife Resources Commission - As introduced, increases punishment for knowingly hunting, killing,
trapping, ensnaring, destroying, or possessing an albino deer from Class B to Class A misdemeanor
punishable by fine only. - Amends TCA Title 70.
Sponsor: Kyle
Status: P2C, ref. to S. E,C&T Comm. - 02/18/2009

Title: Tort Liability and Reform - As enacted, limits tort liability of agritourism professionals under certain
circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 43 and Title 70, Chapter 7.
Sponsor: Tracy
Status: Pub. Ch. 498 - 07/01/2009

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, removes requirement for county agricultural extension
agents to investigate allegations of cruelty to livestock animals. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part
2 and Title 44.
Sponsor: Burks
Status: Placed on S. Jud Comm. cal. for 05/13/2009 - 05/13/2009

Title: Food and Food Products - As introduced, requires sausage sold in quantities greater than a pound to
be frozen. - Amends TCA Title 53.
Sponsor: Stewart

Title: Huntland - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites the charter. -
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Sponsor: Stewart

Title: Niota - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 48 of the Private Acts
of 1919; as amended.
Sponsor: Bunch

Title: Red Boiling Springs - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 120 of
Sponsor: Beavers

Title: Alexandria - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends Chapter 714 of the
Private Acts of 1987, and any other acts amendatory thereto.
Sponsor: Beavers

Title: Mason - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites the charter. - Amends Chapter 120 of the
Private Acts of 1915; as amended.
Sponsor: Norris
Status: Pr. Ch. 21 - 06/17/2009

Title: Adamsville - As introduced, subject to local approval, rewrites charter. - Amends amend Chapter 42 of
Sponsor: Gresham

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, defines food and shelter for both livestock and non-
livestock animals for the purposes of animal offenses. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-201.
Sponsor: Crowe
Number: TN SB 3209 - Updated (Text 05/17/2010)

Title: Aged Persons - As introduced, adds implementation of the Long-Term Care Choices Act of 2008 to the
required duties of the commission on aging and disability and requires the commission to report
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annually on such activities to the select oversight committee on long-term care. - Amends TCA Title 4;
Title 8; Title 13; Title 33; Title 34; Title 49; Title 55; Title 56; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 71.
Sponsor: Finney L
Status: Failed In S. Govt. Ops. Comm. Ayes 4, Nays 0 PNV 4 - 05/12/2010

except when preapproved or preauthorized by a court or the board of probation or parole to own or keep
such animal; makes a violation of this act a misdemeanor. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Tate

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires owners of dangerous, vicious, and wild animals to
secure minimal liability insurance. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 8.
Sponsor: Tate

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires owners, harborers, and keepers of dogs to
restrain or confine dogs; establishes certain penalties and defenses for violations. - Amends TCA
Section 44-8-108.
Sponsor: Tate

makes a violation of this section a misdemeanor. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 1.
Sponsor: Tate

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, requires inspection by county agricultural extension agent
of livestock animal that has been allegedly abused to be preceded by similar inspection by qualified
representative of law enforcement agency investigating such allegation. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title
43.
Sponsor: Norris
Status: Subst. for comp. HB. - 03/08/2010

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, changes the required holding period by a humane society
before destroying an abandoned animal from 72 hours to 120 hours. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter
14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Marrero B
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Status: Re-ref. to S. Cal. Comm. - 05/13/2010

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, authorizes any county or municipality, instead of just
specified ones, to petition the general sessions court for the destruction of dangerous dogs instead of
the district attorney general petitioning the circuit court of the county where the offense occurred for
destruction of the dog. - Amends TCA Title 44, Chapter 17 and Title 55, Chapter 4, Part 2.
Sponsor: Marrero B

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, classifies a violation of certain prohibitions or restrictions
placed upon a person convicted of animal cruelty by the sentencing court as a Class A misdemeanor. -
Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 and Title 40.
Sponsor: Jackson

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As enacted, creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for a person who
was previously convicted of animal cruelty if such person subsequently violates an animal custody
restriction imposed by the sentencing court. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-202.
Sponsor: Ketron
Abstract: Under present law, the offense of cruelty to animals is a Class A misdemeanor, except that a second or
subsequent conviction for cruelty to animals is a Class E felony. In addition to these penalties, the court
making the sentencing determination will order the person convicted to surrender custody and forfeit the
animal or animals whose treatment was the basis of the conviction. The court may prohibit the person
from having custody of other animals for any period of time the court determines to be reasonable, or
impose any other reasonable restrictions on the person's custody of animals as

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, makes the offense of animal cruelty applicable to all
animals and requires that a person intentionally rather than knowingly deprive an animal of food or
water in order to commit the offense. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.
Sponsor: Ketron

Title: Animals and Animal Cruelty - As introduced, enacts "Honey's Law" to revise punishment for animal
abuse. - Amends TCA Section 39-14-202.
Sponsor: Burchett

Title: Courts - As introduced, requires courtroom security committee of each county to establish guidelines by
October 1, 2010, for allowing guide dogs and other service dogs into courtrooms in that county. -
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Sponsor: Bunch
Number: TN SJR 199 - Updated (Status 04/07/2009)

Title: Memorials, Personal Achievement - Adam Gothard, North American Livestock Expo first place -
Sponsor: Burks

Title: Memorials, Recognition - Chad Baker and Grady -
Sponsor: Ramsey

Title: Memorials, Recognition - 4-H State Champion Forestry Judging Team -
Sponsor: Burks

Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion - Albert Burr McCall, Sr., 80th birthday -
Sponsor: Beavers

Title: Memorials, Death - Charles Robert Terry -
Sponsor: Southerland
Number: TN SR 37 - Updated (Status 03/20/2009)

Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion - Henry Clark Doan, 80th birthday -
Sponsor: Stanley
Status: Signed by S. Speaker - 03/19/2009
Number: TN SR 49 - Updated (Status 04/07/2009)

Title: Memorials, Recognition - Mary-Carter Mullins, AAA Patroller of the Year -
Sponsor: Stanley
Status: Signed by S. Speaker - 04/06/2009
United States 2009-10 4 Bills

Number: US HR 5020 - Updated (Text 08/31/2010)
Title: To require the Federal Communications Commission to extend the time period for filing petitions to
deny, oppositions, and comments in the proceeding relating to
Sponsor: Rep Waters, Maxine [CA-35]
Abstract: States that such extension shall: (1) permit petitions to deny, oppositions, and comments on or before
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June 17, 2010; (2) permit responses to petitions to deny, oppositions, and comments on or before July,
16, 2010; and (3) permit replies to such responses on or before August 1, 2010.
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. - 04/14/2010
Number: US HR 5279 - Updated (Text 08/31/2010)

Title:Public Safety Access to Medicare Act of 2010
Sponsor: Rep Green, Gene [TX-29]
Abstract: Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow qualified public safety employees (state employees who
provide police protection, firefighting services, or emergency medical services) to elect Medicare
coverage under the hospital insurance tax.
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. - 05/12/2010
Number: US S 3437 - Updated (Text 09/01/2010)

Title:National Child Protection Training Act
Sponsor: Sen Lincoln, Blanche L. [AR]
Abstract: Directs the National Child Protection Training Center to award grants to state and local governments
and other nonprofit entities to assist IHEs in implementing or expanding model undergraduate or
graduate curricula on child abuse and neglect.
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. - 05/27/2010
Number: US S 3740 - Updated (Text 09/01/2010)

Title:Alaska Safe Families and Villages Act of 2010
Sponsor: Sen Begich, Mark [AK]
Abstract: Authorizes Alaska, its political subdivisions, Indian tribes in Alaska, and the United States to enter into
intergovernmental agreements, including agreements concerning: (1) the employment of law
enforcement officers, probation, and parole officers; (2) cross-appointment and cross-deputization of
tribal, state, municipal, or federal officials; (3) the detention or incarceration of offenders; and (4)
jurisdictional or financial matters.
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. - 08/05/2010
Utah - Adjourned 2010 2 Bills

Number: UT HB 107 - Updated (Status 03/30/2010)
Title:Animal Shelter Amendments
Sponsor: Seelig, J.
Abstract: This bill amends provisions of the Utah Code relating to an animal shelter providing an animal to be
used for research or educational purposes.
Status: Governor Signed - 03/26/2010
Number: UT HB 185 - Updated (Text, Status 03/12/2010)

Title:Animal Euthanasia Standards
Sponsor: Seegmiller, F.J.
Abstract: This bill requires that if an animal shelter must euthanize an animal, the animal shelter shall euthanize,
with certain exceptions, the animal by lethal injection and sets requirements for euthanization in a
carbon monoxide chamber.
Status: House/ filed - 03/11/2010
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Virginia - 2010 2010-2011 19 Bills
Number: VA HB 281 - Updated (Text, Status 05/22/2010)
Title:Animal cruelty; increases penalties.
Sponsor: David B. Albo
Abstract: Increases the penalty for a second or subsequent violation of the animal care laws regarding an
owner's failure to provide adequate food, adequate water, adequate shelter, and adequate veterinary
care from a Class 4 to a Class 2 misdemeanor. A second or subsequent violation related to adequate
space, adequate exercise, and adequate care, treatment and transportation are increased from a Class
4 to a Class 3 misdemeanor. The civil penalty for failure to sterilize a dog or cat adopted from a
Status: Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0875) - 05/21/2010
Number: VA HB 285 - Updated (Status 02/04/2010)

Title:Companion animals; court may include in protective order provisions prohibiting harm.
Sponsor: James M. Scott
Abstract: Provides that a court may include in a protective order provisions prohibiting harm to a companion
animal owned, possessed, leased, kept, or held by the petitioner, or his family or household members,
when the harm to the companion animal is with the intent to threaten, coerce, intimidate, or harm the
petitioner or his family or household members.
Status: House: Continued to 2011 in Courts of Justice by voice vote - 02/03/2010

Title:Animal control officers; clarifies duties and responsibilities.
Sponsor: Ward L. Armstrong
Abstract: Clarifies the duties and responsibilities of animal control officers, who shall be sworn law-enforcement
officers with jurisdiction over animal control and protection laws. All sheriffs, police officers, conservation
police officers, or other peace officers of the Commonwealth shall be ex officio animal control officers.
When in uniform or upon displaying a badge or other credentials of office, animal control officers and
deputy animal control officers shall have the power to issue a summons or
Status: House: Continued to 2011 in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources by voice vote -
02/03/2010

Title:Humane investigators; allows appointment thereof.
Abstract: Allows the appointment of new humane investigators. Currently, existing humane investigators may be
reappointed, but the program is no longer open to new participants. The administrative entity that
oversees animal control will be required to (i) supervise humane investigators and (ii) maintain and
annually update a list of persons eligible for appointment as humane investigators. Circuit courts that
appoint a humane investigator must notify the administrative entity that oversees animal control
Status: House: Continued to 2011 in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources by voice vote -
02/03/2010
Number: VA HB 1145 - Updated (Text, Status 04/27/2010)

Title: Animal cruelty; requires veterinarian to report.
Abstract: Provides that any veterinarian who makes a report of suspected animal cruelty or who provides records
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or information related to a report of suspected cruelty or testifies in any judicial proceeding arising from
such report, records, or information shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability or administrative
penalty or sanction on account of such report, records, information, or testimony, unless such
veterinarian acted in bad faith or with malicious purpose.

Title: Concealed weapon; prohibits a person from carrying a concealed butterfly knife.
Sponsor: Sal R. Iaquinto
Abstract: Prohibits a person from carrying a concealed butterfly knife.
Status: House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety - 02/16/2010
Number: VA SB 408 - Updated (Text, Status 04/29/2010)

Title: Concealed weapons; person may carry a handgun in motor vehicle or vessel if secured in
compartment.
Sponsor: Jill Holtzman Vogel
Abstract: Creates a new exemption to the general prohibition against carrying concealed weapons by allowing a
person who may lawfully possess a firearm to carry a handgun in a private motor vehicle or vessel if the
handgun is locked in a container or compartment.
Number: VA SB 424 - Updated (Status 02/18/2010)

Title:Motor vehicle equity loans; establishes requirements, penalties.
Sponsor: Mark R. Herring
Abstract: Establishes requirements for motor vehicle equity loans, which are nonpurchase-money closed-end
loans secured by an interest in a motor vehicle. Interest may not exceed a monthly rate of three percent.
The maximum amount of a motor vehicle equity loan is 50 percent of the vehicle's value, not to exceed
$2,500. The maximum term of a loan is one year. Motor vehicle equity lenders are required to be
licensed by the State Corporation Commission. A violation of the measure is a prohibited practice
Status: Senate: Left in Commerce and Labor - 02/17/2010

Title:Renewable energy portfolio standard program; mandatory program for investor-owned utilities.
Sponsor: Mary Margaret Whipple
Abstract: Provides for a mandatory renewable energy portfolio standard program. Under current law, the
renewable energy portfolio standard program is a voluntary program to which investor-owned utilities
apply to receive certain incentives. The bill creates a mandatory RPS program that retains the existing
RPS goals and positive incentives and authorizes the SCC to charge a noncompliance fee to utilities
that do not meet the RPS goals. The bill also creates the Virginia Sustainable Energy Fund into which
Status: Senate: Passed by indefinitely in Commerce and Labor (8-Y 6-N 1-A) - 02/08/2010

Title: Defective drywall; penalties.
Sponsor: John C. Miller
Abstract: Makes it a prohibited practice under the Virginia Consumer Protection Act for a supplier to sell, offer for
sale, or use in the construction, remodeling, or repair of any residential dwelling in Virginia, any drywall
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that he knows or has reason to know is drywall that, as a result of containing the same or greater levels
of strontium sulfide that has been found in drywall manufactured in China and imported between 2004
and 2007, is capable of releasing sulfur compounds into the air. Such a sale,
Status: House: Tabled in Commerce and Labor by voice vote - 03/02/2010

Title:Concealed handgun permit; DUI from another state disqualifies individual from obtaining.
Sponsor: L. Louise Lucas
Abstract: Provides that a conviction from another state for driving while intoxicated or for drunkenness in public
within the preceding three years disqualifies an individual from obtaining a concealed handgun permit.

Title:Concealed handgun permit applications; upon denial, clerk to provide notice of right to hearing.
Sponsor: Ryan T. McDougle
Abstract: Clarifies that anyone who is denied a concealed handgun permit has the same right to an ore tenus
hearing as a person who has previously held a concealed handgun permit. This bill is identical to HB
871.

Title:Retail Sales & Use Tax; eliminates dealer discount for communications tax, state cigarette tax, etc.
Sponsor: Charles J. Colgan
Abstract: Eliminates the dealer discounts for the retail sales and use tax, communications sales and use tax,
state cigarette tax, E-911 tax, tobacco products tax, tire recycling fee, fuels tax, and motor vehicle fuel
sales tax.
Status: Senate: Left in Finance - 02/16/2010

Title:Passing vehicles; any vehicle passing a bicycle, etc., shall pass at least three feet to left.
Sponsor: Patricia S. Ticer
Abstract: Increases from two to three feet the minimum distance of separation which other vehicles must allow
when passing bicycles, etc.
Status: House: Left in Transportation - 03/14/2010

Title:Primates; prohibits any person from acquiring after July 1, 2010, penalty.
Abstract: Prohibits any person from acquiring a non-human primate, which includes gorillas, apes,
chimpanzees, orangutans, and monkeys. The ownership of primates by zoos, nature centers,
museums, registered exhibitors and laboratories, parks, and research facilities is exempted from the
prohibition. Persons who currently own primates must register with animal control. An initial violation of
the provision is a Class 3 misdemeanor and any subsequent violation is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Status: Senate: Left in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources - 02/16/2010

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Title: Endangered and threatened species; Board of Game and Inland Fisheries to adopt regulations.
Abstract: Authorizes the Board of Game and Inland Fisheries to adopt regulations to adopt regulations that
allows the (i) the taking, possession, exportation, transportation, or release of animals occurring in
experimental populations as designated in conservation plans developed by the Department of Game
and Inland Fisheries; and (2) incidental taking of certain endangered or threatened species of fish and
wildlife so long as the project enhances the long-term survival of the species and the taking is at
Status: Senate: Left in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources - 02/16/2010

Title:Juveniles; petition filed by intake officer to schools for certain crimes committed.
Sponsor: David W. Marsden
Abstract: Amends section that requires a juvenile intake officer to report to the superintendent of the school
division where the juvenile attends school if a petition is filed alleging that a juvenile has committed
certain offenses to make it clear which offenses require such notification.
Status: House: Left in Courts of Justice - 03/14/2010

Title:Humane investigators; allows appointment thereof.
Abstract: Allows the appointment of new humane investigators. Currently, existing humane investigators may be
reappointed, but the program is no longer open to new participants. The administrative entity that
oversees animal control will be required to (i) supervise humane investigators and (ii) maintain and
annually update a list of persons eligible for appointment as humane investigators. Circuit courts that
appoint a humane investigator must notify the administrative entity that oversees animal control
Status: Senate: Stricken at request of Patron in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources (14-Y 0-N) -
01/25/2010

Title:State Veterinarian; privatization of recordkeeping and inspection responsibilities, penalty.
Abstract: Privatizes certain recordkeeping and inspection responsibilities of the State Veterinarian for companion
animals. The State Veterinarian will award a five-year renewable contract to a private entity under the
guidelines of the Public Procurement Act. The private entity will be act as a deputy for the State
Veterinarian and public records held by the private entity will be subject to the Virginia Freedom of
Information Act. The private entity will have the responsibility to investigate companion
Status: Senate: Stricken at request of Patron in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources (14-Y 0-N) -
01/25/2010
Vermont - Adjourned 2009-10 27 Bills

Number: VT HB 15 - Updated (Text 07/17/2009)
Title: AN ACT RELATING TO AQUATIC NUISANCE CONTROL
Sponsor: Deen
Status: House: Signed by Governor on 5/28/2009 - 05/12/2009
Number: VT HB 62 - Updated (Status 06/25/2010)
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO AN EXEMPTION FROM MUNICIPAL DOG-CONTROL ORDINANCES FOR
WORKING FARM DOGS
Sponsor: Winters
Status: Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Agriculture - 03/20/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO PROHIBITING A PERSON FROM OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE WITH AN
ANIMAL ON HIS OR HER LAP
Sponsor: Obuchowski
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Transportation - 01/29/2009
Number: VT HB 115 - Updated (Hearing 02/10/2009)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO PROHIBITING TRAINING OF HUNTING DOGS ON POSTED LAND
Sponsor: Grad
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Fish, Wildlife & Water Resources -
02/03/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE SALE OF UNPASTEURIZED (RAW) MILK
Sponsor: Pellett

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO COMPOSTING
Sponsor: Deen

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRUSTS
Sponsor: Kitzmiller
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Judiciary - 02/19/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO JURISDICTIONAL TRANSFER OF SNOWMOBILES, MOTORBOATS, AND ATVS
Sponsor: Helm
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Government Operations - 02/24/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE MARKETING OF PRESCRIBED PRODUCTS AND DECREASING THE
COSTS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Sponsor: Copeland-Hanzas
Status: House: Committed to Committee on Health Care by motion of Rep. Pugh of South Burlington -
02/26/2009
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO NEAR-TERM AND LONG-TERM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Sponsor: House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ESTABLISHING THE SOLID WASTE ADVISORY BOARD
Sponsor: Cheney
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Energy - 03/17/2009
Number: VT HB 348 - Updated (Text, Status 07/17/2009)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE INTERSTATE PEST CONTROL COMPACT
Sponsor: House Committee on Agriculture

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO LIMITATIONS ON LANDOWNER LIABILITY FOR CHARITABLE LOGGING
Sponsor: Fisher
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Judiciary - 03/17/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT OF 55 MILES PER HOUR
ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS WITHIN VERMONT
Sponsor: Spengler
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Transportation - 03/17/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC STIMULUS AND LIMITED PERMIT EXEMPTIONS FOR WIND
GENERATION AND WOOD-BASED COMBINED HEAT AND POWER
Sponsor: Zuckerman
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Energy - 03/17/2009
Number: VT HB 502 - Updated (New 01/14/2010)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO AUTHORITY TO IMPOUND DANGEROUS DOMESTIC PETS
Sponsor: Klein
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Government Operations - 01/13/2010

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO FOSTERING CONNECTIONS TO SUCCESS IN GUARDIANSHIPS
Sponsor: Pugh
Number: VT HB 544 - Updated (New 01/22/2010)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO FERAL CATS
Sponsor: Masland
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on General, Housing and Military Affairs -
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01/22/2010
Number: VT HB 768 - Updated (Hearing 03/28/2010)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE WELFARE OF ANIMALS COMMONLY KEPT AS HOUSEHOLD PETS
Sponsor: Milkey
Status: House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Agriculture - 03/09/2010
Number: VT HCR 22 - Updated (Text 07/17/2009)

Title: HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CELEBRATION IN THE TOWN OF
ROCHESTER OF THE ASIAN LUNAR YEAR 4707
Sponsor: Haas
Status: House: Adopted in concurrence pursuant to Joint Rule 16b - 01/27/2009

Title: HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT LADY
CATAMOUNTS 2009 AMERICA EAST CHAMPIONSHIP WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM
Sponsor: Ram
Status: Senate: Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b - 04/21/2009

Title: HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION HONORING E. ANNE WINCHESTER'S EXTRAORDINARY
PUBLIC SERVICE AS A LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL DRAFTER AND POLICY ANALYST
Sponsor: Acinapura
Status: House: Adopted in concurrence pursuant to Joint Rule 16b - 04/20/2010
Number: VT SB 40 - Updated (Status 06/25/2010)

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRITOURISM
Sponsor: White
Status: Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Agriculture - 01/30/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF TRUSTS
Sponsor: Cummings
Status: Senate: Signed by Governor on May 14, 2009 - 05/09/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO THE VERMONT RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009
Sponsor: Senate Committee on Economic Development
Status: Senate: Committed to Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs on motion
of Senator Shumlin - 05/07/2009

Title: AN ACT RELATING TO RESTITUTION IN ANIMAL CRUELTY CASES
Sponsor: Illuzzi
Status: Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary - 01/05/2010
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Title: AN ACT RELATING TO SOCIAL WORKERS REPORTING ANIMAL CRUELTY
Sponsor: Lyons
Status: Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary - 01/05/2010
Vermont -- 1st Special Session - Adjourned 2009-10 1 Bill

Number: VT SCR 3 - Updated (Status 06/04/2009)
Title: SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION IN MEMORY OF DR. ANNA E. WORTH
Sponsor: Sears
Status: Senate: Adopted per Joint Rule 16b - 06/03/2009
Washington - Regular and 1st Special Session - Adjourned 2009-10 65 Bills

Number: WA HB 1010 - Updated (Text 04/23/2009)
Title:Modifying the definition of "biofuel" for chapter 19.112 RCW, the motor fuel quality act.
Sponsor: Morris
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Modifies the definition of "biofuel" in chapter 19.112 RCW, the
motor fuel quality act.
Status: Effective date 7/26/2009. - 04/21/2009

Title:Making technical corrections to various statutes at the request of the statute law committee.
Sponsor: Goodman
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Makes technical corrections to various statutes at the request of the statute law
committee.

Title:Protecting animals from perpetrators of domestic violence.
Sponsor: Williams
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Finds that considerable research shows a strong correlation between animal
abuse, child abuse, and domestic violence. Declares an intent to prohibit perpetrators of domestic
violence from further terrorizing and manipulating their victims, or the children of their victims, by using
the threat of violence toward pets.
Number: WA HB 1150 - Updated (Status 01/13/2010)

Title: Providing civil remedies for damages to a companion animal.
Sponsor: Williams
Abstract: Provides civil remedies for damages to a companion animal.
Status: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. - 03/15/2010

Title: Adopting a 2009-2011 capital budget.
Sponsor: Dunshee
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Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Makes appropriations and authorizes expenditures for capital
improvements.
Status: Effective date 5/15/2009*. - 05/15/2009

Title:Ensuring punishment for domestic violence offenders.
Sponsor: O'Brien
Abstract: Recognizes: (1) The substantial and great impact upon society, families, children, and the victims of
offenses occurring between cohabitants; (2) The continuing nature of domestic violence; and (3) The
lasting psychological trauma caused by such violence. Finds that the prevention of domestic violence,
and the proper punishment for such offenses, is a compelling state interest that has not been under
current sentencing provisions. Toward this end, the act is necessary to ensure that domestic

Title:Regarding dispensing and administration of drugs to registered or licensed veterinary personnel.
Sponsor: Haigh
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Allows a veterinarian legally prescribing drugs to delegate to a
licensed veterinary technician, while under the veterinarian's indirect supervision, certain
nondiscretionary functions defined by the Washington state veterinary board of governors and used in
the dispensing of legend drugs, nonlegend drugs, and controlled substances associated with the
practice of veterinary medicine.

Title:Establishing a license limitation program for harvest and delivery of Pacific sardines into the state.
Sponsor: Blake
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Establishes a Washington Pacific sardine purse seine fishery
license and a Washington Pacific sardine purse seine temporary annual fishery permit.

Title:Creating the companion animal spay/neuter assistance program.
Sponsor: Williams
Abstract: Finds that: (1) Tens of thousands of stray and homeless dogs and cats are handled by Washington's
animal care and control agencies and other animal welfare organizations each year, costing millions of
dollars; (2) The most effective and humane way to reduce the number of animals dying in shelters is to
reduce animal overpopulation through a targeted, statewide spay and neuter surgery network; and (3) A
companion animal spay/neuter assistance program is necessary to address the problems of

Title: Concerning water discharge fees.
Sponsor: McCoy
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Limits the annual fee paid by a municipality, as defined in 33
U.S.C. Sec. 1362, for all domestic wastewater facility permits issued under RCW 90.48.162 and
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90.48.260 to eighteen cents per month per residence or residential equivalent contributing to the
municipality's wastewater system. Authorizes the department of ecology to: (1) Increase fees up to the
fiscal growth factor for fiscal year 2010; and (2) Adjust the fee schedule annually through December 31,
2011.

Title:Concerning permits for and advertising by household goods carriers.
Sponsor: Clibborn
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Removes the exemption from regulation for household goods carriers that
operate within certain cities. Prohibits a person from engaging in business as a household goods
carrier without first obtaining a household goods carrier permit from the utilities and transportation
commission. Requires a carrier, when the utilities and transportation commission has canceled a
household goods carrier permit and when directed by the commission, to provide notice to every
customer that its
Number: WA HB 1596 - Updated (Text, Status 04/25/2009)

Title: Protecting a woman's right to breastfeed in a place of public resort, accommodation, assemblage, or
amusement.
Sponsor: Green
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Protects the right of a mother to breastfeed in a place of public resort,
accommodation, assemblage, or amusement.

Title:Concerning family and medical leave.
Sponsor: Dickerson
Abstract: Revises family and medical leave provisions. Requires each employer, for each individual, to pay a
premium of two cents per hour worked, up to a maximum of forty hours per week, to the employment
security department to be deposited into the family and medical leave insurance account. Each
employer may deduct from the pay of each individual the full amount that the employer is required to pay
for the individual. Allows a business and occupation tax credit to an employer that hires a replacement

Title: Addressing fiscal matters for the 2007-2009 biennium.
Sponsor: Linville
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Introduced by title and introductory section only.

Title: Modifying various provisions of Title 77 RCW.
Sponsor: Blake
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Modernizes certain provisions of Title 77 RCW regarding fish and
wildlife.
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Title:Addressing motor carrier regulation and compliance review.
Sponsor: Kagi
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Provides that the utilities and transportation commission is
responsible for adoption and enforcement of safety requirements for vehicles operated by entities
holding authority under RCW chapters 81.66 (transportation for persons with special needs), 81.68
(auto transportation companies), 81.70 (passenger charter carriers), and 81.77 (solid waste collection
companies), and by household goods carriers holding authority under chapter 81.80 RCW (motor
freight

Title:Prohibiting crimes against livestock belonging to another person.
Sponsor: Warnick
Abstract: Prohibits a person from, with malice, killing or causing substantial bodily harm to livestock owned or
bred for commercial or subsistence purposes belonging to another person, without consent of the
owner. Prescribes penalties.

Title:Providing humanitarian requirements for certain dog breeding practices.
Sponsor: Appleton
Abstract: Declares that: (1) Current Washington state laws are inadequate regarding the care and husbandry of
dogs in puppy mills; (2) No Washington state agency currently regulates puppy mills; (3) The United
States department of agriculture does not regulate puppy mills; and (4) An unfair fiscal burden is placed
on city, county, and state taxpayers as well as government agencies and nongovernmental
organizations, who are required to care for discarded or abused and neglected dogs from puppy mills.

Title:Sealing juvenile records under certain conditions.
Sponsor: Dickerson
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Requires records of certain vacated deferred dispositions to be
automatically sealed upon a juvenile's eighteenth birthday.

Title: Implementing the federal fostering connections to success and increasing adoptions act of 2008.
Sponsor: Roberts
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB) Declares an intent to: (1) Clarify existing authority for foster care
services beyond age eighteen and to establish authority for future expansion of housing and other
supports for youth aging out of foster care and youth who achieved permanency in later adolescence;
and (2) Make relative guardianships, as permitted under federal law, available to Washington families
through amending the state's dependency guardianship statute and through certain implementation
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Title: Regarding the prevention of animal cruelty.
Sponsor: Williams
Abstract: Revises prevention of animal cruelty provisions.

Title:Improving child welfare outcomes through the phased implementation of strategic and proven reforms.
Sponsor: Kagi
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB) Requires the children's administration within the department of
social and health services to collaborate with community partners and stakeholders in one
demonstration region to jointly develop a plan for implementation of a core set of performance-based
contracts to provide an array of evidence-based and promising prevention and early intervention
services to children and families who are at risk for an out- of-home placement or the filing of a
dependency

Title:Creating a department of commerce.
Sponsor: Kenney
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Changes the name of the department of community, trade, and economic
development to the department of commerce. Requires the director of the department of commerce to,
in collaboration with the office of the governor, the office of financial management, the economic
development commission, the chairs and ranking minority members of the house community and
economic development and trade committee and the senate economic development, trade and
innovation committee, and the

Title: Expanding the energy freedom program.
Sponsor: McCoy
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Expands the energy freedom program.

Title:Reducing the administrative cost of state government.
Sponsor: Linville
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Revises chapter 5, Laws of 2009 by adding exceptions to the prohibitions and
limitations placed on state agencies and employees relating to creating new positions, filling vacant
positions, salary increases, personal service contracts, equipment purchases, travel, and training.
Requires the department of personnel to adopt rules that authorize state agencies to provide
allowances to employees with sensory disabilities who must attend training necessary to attain a new
service
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Title:Regarding the humane treatment of dogs.
Sponsor: Campbell
Abstract: Prohibits leaving a dog outside and unattended by use of a restraint such as a tether, chain, rope, cord,
or other device used to tie an animal to a running cable or pulley system or to a stationary object under
certain circumstances. Requires a dog owner who keeps his or her dog in an enclosure for the majority
of the day to comply with the housing facility and enclosure requirements of section 2(2) of ESSB 5651.
Prescribes civil penalties.

Title:Modifying domestic violence provisions.
Sponsor: Goodman
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Addresses, with regard to domestic violence offenses and
repetitive domestic violence offenses: Sentencing outside the standard sentence range; counting points
on the offender score; commission of the offense within the sight or sound of a child under age
eighteen; and the court's continuing jurisdiction and authority.

Title:Concerning domestic violence.
Sponsor: Goodman
Abstract: (SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB) Increases the safety afforded to individuals who seek protection of
public and private agencies involved in domestic violence prevention. Improves the ability of agencies to
address the needs of victims and their children and the delivery of services. Upgrades the quality of
treatment programs. Enhances the ability of the justice system to respond quickly and fairly to domestic
violence. Achieves more uniformity in the decision-making processes at public and private

Title:Concerning baseload renewable power facilities.
Sponsor: Finn
Abstract: Allows electricity generated by a baseload renewable power facility to be counted by a qualifying utility at
double the facility's electrical output if the qualifying utility develops or contracts with a baseload
renewable power facility that begins permitted construction in this state in 2010.

Title:Authorizing a privately funded prescription monitoring program.
Sponsor: Hinkle
Abstract: Authorizes proposals for a privately funded prescription monitoring program to be submitted to the
secretary of the department of health.
Number: WA HB 2924 - Updated (New 01/19/2010)
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Title: Regulating shorelines of the state solely through the shoreline management act.
Sponsor: Angel
Abstract: Separates overlapping obligations of the growth management act and the shoreline management act
to ensure that the shoreline management act governs activities on the shorelines of the sate in
accordance with legislative directives executed by local governments. Simplifies the approval process
for shoreline master programs adopted by local authorities. Streamlines the approval process and
reduces costly obligations borne by the department of ecology.

Title:Addressing juvenile firearms crimes.
Sponsor: O'Brien
Abstract: Modifies firearms crimes committed by a juvenile. Changes the chemical dependency disposition
alternative for certain juvenile offenders.

Title: Creating the Washington global health technologies and product development competitiveness
program and allowing certain tax credits for program contributions.
Sponsor: Kenney
Abstract: (SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB) Creates the Washington global health technologies and product
development competitiveness program to ensure that Washington remains competitive in global health
innovation and to guarantee that the development, manufacture, and delivery of global health products
will become an even more dynamic part of the state's economy. Creates the Washington global health
technologies and product development account. Allows certain tax credits for program contributions.

Title:Regarding public school education programs for the prevention of child abuse.
Sponsor: Quall
Abstract: Requires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to: (1) In consultation with professionals
in the field of child abuse prevention and interested organizations, establish a statewide child abuse
prevention program to be incorporated into existing programs at each public school; and (2) Implement
and conduct these activities using only federal funding provided through the United States department
of education for school safety and prevention programs.
Number: WA SB 5038 - Updated (Text 05/29/2009)

Title: Making technical corrections to gender-based terms.
Sponsor: Kohl-Welles
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Makes technical corrections to gender-based terms. VETO MESSAGE ON SB
5038 May 19, 2009 To the Honorable President and Members, The Senate of the State of Washington
Ladies and Gentlemen: I have approved, except for Sections 2040, 4012, 4013, 4020, 4030, 4058, 4081,
4082, 4083, 4131, 5133, 5137, 5140, 7004, 7057, Senate Bill 5038 entitled: "AN ACT Relating to making
technical corrections to gender-based terms." I am vetoing the following sections due to conflicting
amendments
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Number: WA SB 5213 - Updated (Status 01/17/2010)

Title:Modifying voter registration provisions.
Sponsor: Carrell
Abstract: Modifies provisions relating to voter registration. Provides the documents a person may use to prove
citizenship. Requires a person to register to vote at least thirty days before an election or primary, in
order to vote at that election or primary. Requires the secretary of state and the appropriate county
auditor to refer all suspected cases of certain voting- related crimes to the local prosecuting attorney.
Creates a new crime related to the receipt and return of voting ballots.

Title: Adopting a 2009-2011 capital budget.
Sponsor: Fraser
Abstract: Makes appropriations and authorizes expenditures for capital improvements.

Title: Prohibiting devices in schools that are designed to administer to a person or an animal an electric
shock, charge, or impulse.
Sponsor: Hargrove
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Prohibits a person from carrying onto, or possessing on, public
or private elementary or secondary school premises, school-provided transportation, or areas of
facilities while being used exclusively by public or private schools, any portable device, object,
instrument, or device that is designed, redesigned, used, or intended to be used as a weapon to injure
a person or an animal by an electric shock, charge, or impulse.

Title:Creating the companion animal spay/neuter assistance program.
Sponsor: Pridemore
Abstract: Finds that: (1) Tens of thousands of stray and homeless dogs and cats are handled by Washington's
animal care and control agencies and other animal welfare organizations each year, costing millions of
dollars; (2) The most effective and humane way to reduce the number of animals dying in shelters is to
reduce animal overpopulation through a targeted, statewide spay and neuter surgery network; and (3) A
companion animal spay/neuter assistance program is necessary to address the problems of
Number: WA SB 5369 - Updated (Text, Status 04/14/2009)

Title:Regarding counseling professions subject to the authority of the secretary of health.
Sponsor: Franklin
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Adds and removes counseling professions subject to the
authority of the secretary of the department of health under the uniform disciplinary act.
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Title: Regarding the prevention of animal cruelty.
Sponsor: Tom
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Revises prevention of animal cruelty provisions.

Title:Concerning direct patient-provider primary care practice arrangements.
Sponsor: Murray
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Modifies provisions regarding payment arrangements involving
direct patient-provider primary care practices.

Title: Providing sales and use tax exemptions for senior residents of qualified low-income senior housing
facilities.
Sponsor: Stevens
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Provides a sales and use tax exemption for senior residents of qualified low-
income senior housing facilities.

Title: Modifying the administration and disciplining authority of the Washington state veterinary board of
governors.
Sponsor: Keiser
Abstract: Revises the administration and disciplining authority of the Washington state veterinary board of
governors.

Title: Regulating speech-language pathology assistants.
Sponsor: Franklin
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Regulates speech-language pathology assistants.

Title:Concerning genetic counselors.
Sponsor: Franklin
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Establishes genetic counselors as a new health profession to be
licensed by the department of health. Creates the advisory committee on genetic counseling.

Title: Providing humanitarian requirements for certain dog breeding practices.
Sponsor: Kohl-Welles
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Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Declares that: (1) Current Washington state laws are inadequate
regarding the care and husbandry of dogs in puppy mills; (2) No Washington state agency currently
regulates puppy mills; (3) The United States department of agriculture does not regulate puppy mills;
and (4) An unfair fiscal burden is placed on city, county, and state taxpayers as well as government
agencies and nongovernmental organizations, who are required to care for discarded or abused and

Title:Regarding compliance with the dairy nutrient management program.
Sponsor: Hatfield
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Authorizes the director of the department of agriculture to enter at
all reasonable times in or upon dairy farms for the purpose of inspecting and investigating conditions
relating to the pollution of any waters of the state. Revises the definition of "violation" in chapter 90.64
RCW (dairy nutrient management) to include failure to maintain documentation for a period of three
years from the date of application of the nutrients to the land, adequate to show that

Title:Modifying sentencing provisions for juveniles adjudicated of certain crimes.
Sponsor: Hargrove
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Modifies sentencing provisions for juveniles adjudicated of
certain crimes.

Title: Prohibiting persons convicted of animal cruelty from owning or caring for similar animals for certain
periods of time.
Sponsor: Carrell
Abstract: Revises time limits relevant to persons convicted of animal cruelty owning or caring for similar animals.

Title:Regarding exemptions from solid waste handling permit requirements.
Sponsor: Haugen
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Exempts an anaerobic digester that meets certain conditions
from the need to obtain a solid waste handling permit under chapter 70.95 RCW (solid waste
management-- reduction and recycling).

Title:Regarding live nonambulatory livestock.
Sponsor: Morton
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Penalizes a person who knowingly transports or accepts delivery of live
nonambulatory livestock to, from, or between any livestock market, feedlot, slaughtering facility, or
similar facility that trades in livestock.
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Title:Concerning crimes against property.
Sponsor: Kline
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Raises the monetary threshold amounts differentiating the various degrees of
property crimes in the state. Creates an organized retail crime task force to: (1) Examine the impact of
raising these values on the retail industry, the district and municipal courts, and the county and city
offices of the prosecuting attorney; (2) Examine the best methods for apportionment and sharing of
costs for prosecution when multiple jurisdictions are involved; and (3) Identify any policies

Title:Concerning environmental tax incentives.
Sponsor: Hobbs
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Provides environmental tax incentives relating to: (1) Renewable
energy; (2) Radioactive waste cleanup; (3) Hog fuel; (4) Biomass energy; (5) Solar energy; and (6)
Livestock nutrients.

Title:Concerning savings in programs under the supervision of the department of health.
Sponsor: Prentice
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Provides savings in programs under the supervision of the
department of health.
Number: WA SB 6419 - Updated (New 01/15/2010)

Title: Revising juvenile offender sentencing standards for vehicular homicide.
Sponsor: Kastama
Abstract: Revises juvenile offender sentencing standards for vehicular homicide.

Title: Modifying definitions applicable to chapter 19.285 RCW, the energy independence act.
Sponsor: Honeyford
Abstract: Revises the definition section in chapter 19.285 RCW (energy independence act).

Title: Modifying the energy independence act.
Sponsor: Morton
Abstract: Prohibits qualifying utilities from using incremental electricity produced as a result of efficiency
improvements to hydroelectric generation facilities. Modifies the meaning of high-efficiency
cogeneration and allows the reduction in load due to counting high-efficiency cogeneration to count
toward meeting certain targets. Requires the joint legislative audit and review committee to conduct a
study of the electricity cost impacts for each qualifying utility to meet 2016 and 2020 renewable
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Title:Concerning the inspection of rental properties.
Sponsor: Hobbs
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Authorizes a local municipality to require a landlord to provide a
certificate of inspection as a business license condition. Requires a qualified inspector to only
investigate a rental property for building and housing code violations that substantially endanger or
impair the health or safety of tenants and their neighbors. Authorizes issuance of a search warrant to
certain code enforcement officials that have not implemented a mandatory third party inspection

Title:Authorizing honorary degrees for students who were ordered into internment camps.
Sponsor: Shin
Abstract: (DIGEST AS ENACTED) Authorizes honorary degrees for persons who request an honorary degree if
they were students at certain universities or community and technical colleges in 1942 and did not
graduate because they were ordered into an internment camp.

Title:Revising provisions relating to sex crimes involving minors.
Sponsor: Stevens
Abstract: (SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB) Allows the department of social and health services to connect a
child, who is sexually exploited, with services and treatment. Provides for impoundment of a person's
vehicle if the person is arrested for certain sex crimes involving a minor. Changes penalties for
commercial sexual abuse of a minor and promoting commercial sexual abuse of a minor.

Title:Limiting the use of restraints on pregnant women or youth.
Sponsor: Fraser
Abstract: (SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB) Limits the use of restraints on pregnant women or youth in certain
correctional facilities, correctional institutions, community facilities, juvenile facilities, and detention
facilities. Directs the secretary of the department of corrections, the secretary of the department of
social and health services, the sheriff, the police chief, the county legislative authority, or the person in
charge to require all staff who are responsible for carrying out the requirements

Title: Addressing crimes that involve the identity of an entity or person.
Sponsor: Stevens
Abstract: Creates the crime of trafficking in the identity of another entity or person.

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Title: Prohibiting terrorist acts against animal and natural resource facilities.
Sponsor: Stevens
Abstract: Prohibits terrorist acts against animal and natural resource facilities. Prescribes penalties.

Title: Creating a pilot program to investigate the benefits of service dogs in the treatment or rehabilitation of
veterans with physical or mental injuries or disabilities and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Jacobsen
Abstract: Requires the director of the department of veterans affairs to carry out a pilot program to assess the
benefits, feasibility, and advisability of using service dogs for the treatment or rehabilitation of veterans
with physical or mental injuries or disabilities, including posttraumatic stress disorder.
Wisconsin 2009-10 21 Bills

Number: WI AB 3 - Updated (Status 04/18/2009)
Title: Restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other turf fertilizer and providing
a penalty.
Sponsor: Black
Abstract: This bill generally prohibits the application of fertilizer that contains phosphorus to lawns, golf courses,
and other mowed grassy areas (turf). The prohibition does not apply to land used for agricultural
production. The prohibition also does not apply to the use of manure that is mechanically dried, ground,
or pelletized, or to a finished sewage sludge product. The bill authorizes the use of fertilizer that
contains phosphorus to establish grass during the first growing season. The bill also
Status: A. Published 4-28-2009 - 04/17/2009

Title: Partially exempting an assessor and an assessor's staff from liability for trespassing, creating
immunity from civil liability, and changing the notice requirements related to the revaluation of property
by an assessor.
Sponsor: Hubler
Abstract: This bill creates an exception to certain prohibitions against trespassing. Under this bill, the
trespassing prohibitions do not apply to an assessor or an assessor's staff entering the land, or
construction site, of another to make an assessment for the state or for a political subdivision (a city,
village, town, or county). For the exception to apply, the bill requires the assessor or the assessor's staff
to leave in a prominent place notice that the assessor or staff entered the land or

Title: Regulation of persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters or animal control facilities, granting
rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Sponsor: Smith
Abstract: This bill requires certain persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters or animal control facilities to
be licensed by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), beginning 18
months after the bill is enacted into law. The bill requires all of the following to obtain licenses, with
limited exceptions: 1. A person who sells 25 or more dogs in a year (including a nonresident who
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brings dogs into this state for sale). 2. A person who operates a dog breeding facility (a
Status: A. Published 12-15-2009. - 12/02/2009

Title: Emergency management, succession of public offices, liability and licensure of emergency volunteers,
disaster relief, ratification of the pest control compact, transportation and disposal of animal carcasses,
the plant industry, computation of school days, variance for hospital requirements, public works mutual
assistance, emergencies related to computer or telecommunication systems, and providing penalties.
(FE)
Sponsor: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.
Abstract: This bill is explained in the NOTE provided by the Joint Legislative Council in the bill. For further
information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.

Title: Requiring consultation with a child in determining and reviewing his or her permanency plan; requiring
agencies, in making reasonable efforts to place a child in a permanent placement, to include efforts to
place the child outside this state; requiring juvenile courts to take certain actions to expedite the
interstate placement of children; requiring juvenile courts to give a child's out-of-home care provider the
right to be heard in proceedings involving the child; requiring notice to relatives when a child is removed
from the home; requiring reasonable efforts to place siblings together or to provide for visitation
between siblings; requiring agencies to assist children in developing a plan for transition to
independent living; requiring health care providers to report cases of infants with controlled substances
in their bodily fluids to the agency responsible for investigating suspected child abuse or neglect;
authorizing circuit court commissioners to conduct permanency plan reviews and hearings; specifying
certain placements for purposes of calculating how long a child has been placed outside the home for
purposes of filing a termination of parental rights petition; and permitting disclosure of information to a
relative of a child for purposes of facilitating placement of the child with the relative or to a public or
private agency in this state or any other state for purposes of investigating a proposed foster or adoptive
placement. (FE)
Sponsor: Dexter
Abstract: This bill amends certain provisions of the Children's Code and the Juvenile Justice
Status: A. Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 - 04/28/2010

Title:Lightweight utility vehicles and providing a penalty.
Sponsor: Vruwink
Abstract: This bill authorizes limitedâˆ’purpose operation of lightweight utility vehicles on highways. Under the
bill, a lightweight utility vehicle (LUV) is a lightweight utility vehicle as defined for purposes of the pilot
program, except that the term does not include any device that is equipped with a seat designed to be
straddled by the operator. A person may operate in the conduct of agricultural operations an LUV on a
highway, including the roadway or the shoulder of the highway, to cross the

Title: The Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children. (FE)
Sponsor: Seidel
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Abstract: This bill.
Status: A. Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 - 04/28/2010

Title:Crimes against animals and providing a penalty.
Sponsor: Milroy
Abstract: This bill, a person who intentionally mistreats an animal, fails to provide an animal for which they are
responsible with proper food, water, or shelter, or abandons an animal is guilty of a Class A
misdemeanor if the animal suffers bodily harm, except that if the person commits the violation in the
presence of a child under the age of 18, the person is guilty of a Class I felony. If the animal suffers
great bodily harm, the person is guilty of a Class E felony, except that if the person commits
Status: S. Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 - 04/28/2010
Number: WI AJR 1 - Updated (Status 04/01/2009)

Title: Proclaiming Niagara Escarpment year and month.
Sponsor: A. Ott
Status: A. Report correctly enrolled - 03/30/2009

Title: The H1N1 virus and its impact on Wisconsin.
Sponsor: Garthwaite

Title: Declaring October to be Adopt a Shelter Pet Month.
Sponsor: Dexter
Number: WI SB 62 - Updated (Status 03/03/2009)

Title:State finances and appropriations and making diverse other changes in the statutes. (FE)
Sponsor: committee on FINANCE
Abstract: This bill consolidates the development zones, enterprise development zones, agricultural development
zones, technology zones, and airport development zones (five development zone programs) into a
program that provides tax benefits to persons who enter into a contract with Commerce to undertake
eligible activities anywhere in the state. Eligible activities under the bill include all of the following: 1.
Projects that result in the creation and maintenance of jobs paying wages and providing
Status: S. Fiscal estimate received. - 03/02/2009

Title: Regulation of certain dog breeders, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and
providing a penalty. (FE)
Sponsor: Darling
Abstract: This bill requires certain persons who breed and sell dogs (commercial dog breeders) to be licensed
by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). The licensing requirement
applies to a person who is engaged in the business of breeding dogs and who sells or offers to sell at
least 100 dogs in a year for resale. The bill authorizes DATCP to inspect a location for which a
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commercial dog breeder license is required before issuing an initial license. The bill also
Status: S. Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 - 04/28/2010

Title: The possession of green skins of fur-bearing animals, the tagging of traps, and the sale, purchase,
bartering, and trade of wild animals and their carcasses. (FE)
Sponsor: Holperin
Abstract: This bill exempts from this prohibition the possession of the green skin of a lawfully killed furâˆ’bearing
animal that carries a registration tag issued by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) or for
which there is an open season without any bag or possession limits. The bill also exempts from the
prohibition a landowner or occupant who
Status: S. Published 8-27-2009. - 08/18/2009

Title: Regulating the transportation of aquatic plants and aquatic animals, the administration of federal funds
for the control and eradication of noxious weeds, the placement of vehicles, seaplanes, watercraft, and
other objects in navigable waters, the regulation of noxious weeds by municipalities, the disposal of
invasive species, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, requiring the exercise of rule-
making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Sponsor: Jauch
Abstract: This bill expands these restrictions by prohibiting the placement or operation of any vehicle, seaplane,
watercraft, or other object of any kind in a navigable water if the object has any aquatic plants or aquatic
animals attached. Under the bill, this prohibition applies regardless of whether the person had reason
to believe that such plants or animals are attached. The bill specifies that the prohibition does not
require a person to remove attached aquatic plants or animals during the period

Title: The minimum age for hunting and for possessing a firearm, restrictions on hunting and on possessing
a firearm while hunting, establishing a hunting mentorship program, and granting rule-making authority.
(FE)
Sponsor: Holperin
Abstract: This bill makes various changes to the laws relating to restrictions on hunting and firearm possession
and establishes a hunting mentorship program. Accompaniment by parent or guardian Under current
law, a person who is the minimum hunting age but under the age of 16 may hunt or have a firearm in
his or her possession or control if the person is accompanied by a parent or guardian and if he or she
meets certain other requirements. This bill specifies that such a person may also hunt or have a

Title: Regulation of persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters or animal control facilities, granting
rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Sponsor: Kreitlow
Abstract: This bill requires certain persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters or animal control facilities to
be licensed by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), beginning 18
months after the bill is enacted into law. The bill requires all of the following to obtain licenses, with
limited exceptions: 1. A person who sells 25 or more dogs in a year (including a nonresident who
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brings dogs into this state for sale). 2. A person who operates a dog breeding facility (a

Title: The Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children. (FE)
Sponsor: Jauch
Abstract: This bill.
Status: S. Published 5-26-2010 - 05/14/2010

Title:Crimes against animals and providing a penalty.
Sponsor: Jauch
Abstract: This bill, a person who intentionally mistreats an animal, fails to provide an animal for which they are
responsible with proper food, water, or shelter, or abandons an animal is guilty of a Class A
misdemeanor if the animal suffers bodily harm, except that if the person commits the violation in the
presence of a child under the age of 18, the person is guilty of a Class I felony. If the animal suffers
great bodily harm, the person is guilty of a Class E felony, except that if the person commits

Title:Creating a family policy board and requiring counties to provide prevention resources. (FE)
Sponsor: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.
Abstract: This bill is explained in the NOTES provided by the Joint Legislative Council in the bill. For further
information see the state and local fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.

Title:Guardianships of children. (FE)
Sponsor: Taylor.
Abstract: This bill removes guardianships of the persons of children from the chapter of the statutes governing
guardianships generally and instead creates a new provision in the Children's Code that may be used
for the appointment of a guardian of the person of a child. The bill also makes certain changes relating
to protection or services guardianships and permits a parent, guardian, or legal custodian to delegate
by a power of attorney his or her powers regarding the care and custody of a child. THE
West Virginia - Regular and Extended Budget Session - Adjourned 2010 13 Bills
Number: WV HB 4032 - Updated (Text 01/20/2010)
Title:Relating to accelerated parole eligibility for certain inmates
Sponsor: Mr. Speaker (Mr. Thompson)
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to provide for early parole eligibility for inmates convicted of nonviolent
offenses who complete an advanced rehabilitation treatment program created with the assistance of a
standardized risk and needs assessment.
Status: To House Judiciary - 01/14/2010
Number: WV HB 4216 - Updated (New 01/28/2010)

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Title: Prohibiting wagering at animal fighting ventures and providing a felony criminal penalty
Sponsor: Overington
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to prohibit wagering at animal fighting ventures and providing a felony
criminal penalty.

Title:Creating regulations for commercial dog breeding operations
Sponsor: Mahan
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to protect dogs by creating regulations for commercial dog breeding
operations.
Status: To House Agriculture - 02/04/2010

Title:Relating to the administration of sales and use tax
Sponsor: White
Abstract: This bill makes changes to W.Va. Code §11-15B-1, et seq., "Sales and Use Tax Administration,"
updating provisions to conform to the Streamlined Sales Tax Agreement.
Status: To House Finance - 02/04/2010
Number: WV HB 4382 - Updated (Text, Status 03/05/2010)

Title:Providing for forfeiture of property used in various crimes and the disposition of such property
Sponsor: Poling, D.
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Status: To Judiciary - 03/04/2010

Title:Relating to prevention and treatment of domestic violence
Sponsor: Brown
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to provide family court judges flexibility to deal with different kinds of domestic
violence by allowing them to make orders last for longer periods of time. The bill includes in the
definition of domestic violence the
Number: WV SB 147 - Updated (Text 02/23/2010)

Title: Relating to commercial dog-breeding operations
Sponsor: Boley
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to define a commercial dog breeder as any person who maintains twenty or
more adult dogs for the purpose of the sale of their offspring as companion animals. The bill requires a
commercial dog breeder to obtain a valid business license. The bill provides limitations for how many
dogs a commercial dog breeder can maintain; when a commercial dog breeder may breed female
dogs; how a commercial dog breeder may dispose of dogs; requires them to maintain records of
animal
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Status: To Agriculture - 01/13/2010
Number: WV SB 189 - Updated (Text 01/28/2010)

Title: Relating to care and management of feral cats
Sponsor: Boley
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to regulate and control the management of feral and abandoned cats.
Status: To Agriculture - 01/13/2010
Number: WV SB 208 - Updated (Text, Status 02/02/2010)

Title:Creating felony offense for animal fighting ventures involvement
Sponsor: Kessler
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to make wagering at animal fighting ventures and conducting, financing,
managing, supervising, owning or leasing any part of an animal fighting venture or the premises on
which it takes place with knowledge that wagering is occurring a felony.
Number: WV SB 218 - Updated (Status 04/23/2010)

Title:Providing for early parole eligibility for certain inmates
Sponsor: Tomblin (Mr. President)
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Status: Chapter 50, Acts, Regular Session, 2010 - 04/22/2010

Title:Expanding animal fighting prohibitions
Sponsor: Kessler
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indicates new language that would be added.) Bill Status | Bill Tracking | WV Code | Bulletin Board |
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Status: To House Agriculture - 02/11/2010
Number: WV SB 485 - Updated (New 02/06/2010)

Title:Requiring humane officer notify magistrate court of custody of abandoned or neglected animal
Sponsor: Sypolt
Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to require a humane officer to notify the magistrate court when the officer has
taken into custody an animal that has been abandoned or neglected.

Title: Relating to domestic violence
Sponsor: Kessler
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Abstract: The purpose of this bill is to provide family court judges flexibility to deal with different kinds of domestic
violence by allowing them to make orders last for longer periods of time. The bill includes in the
definition of domestic violence the
Status: Chapter 54, Acts, Regular Session, 2010 - 04/22/2010
Totals 1864 Bills
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CURRENT LEGISLATIVE ISSUES

Alaska - Adjourned 2009-10 7 Bills

Number: AK HB 138 - Updated (Text, Status 03/02/2010)

Number: AK HB 220 - Updated (Text 01/19/2010)

Number: AK HB 293 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)

Number: AK SB 70 - Updated (Text 01/19/2010)

Number: AK SB 214 - Updated (Status 05/21/2010)

Alabama - Adjourned 2010 16 Bills

Number: AL HB 288 - Updated (Text 05/31/2010)

Number: AL HB 303 - Updated (Hearing 01/18/2010)

Number: AL HB 311 - Updated (New 01/20/2010)

Number: AL HB 342 - Updated (Text 04/22/2010)

Number: AL HB 511 - Updated (Text 02/10/2010)

Number: AL HB 617 - Updated (Status 05/05/2010)

Number: AL HB 651 - Updated (Text, Status 03/23/2010)

Number: AL HR 1068 - Updated (New 04/22/2010)

Number: AL SB 124 - Updated (Status 04/14/2010)

Number: AL SB 231 - Updated (Status 04/14/2010)

Number: AL SB 246 - Updated (Hearing 01/18/2010)

Number: AL SB 259 - Updated (New 01/14/2010)

Number: AL SB 480 - Updated (Status 04/14/2010)

Arizona - Adjourned 2010 16 Bills

Number: AZ HB 2241 - Updated (Status 03/30/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2290 - Updated (Hearing 03/30/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2370 - Updated (Status 05/14/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2440 - Updated (Status 05/13/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2449 - Updated (Status 04/07/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2480 - Updated (Text 04/08/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2499 - Updated (Status 04/22/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2503 - Updated (Status 05/12/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2514 - Updated (Status 04/17/2010)

Number: AZ HB 2543 - Updated (Status 04/08/2010)

Number: AZ SB 1054 - Updated (Status 02/17/2010)

Number: AZ SB 1057 - Updated (Text, Status 01/26/2010)

Number: AZ SB 1085 - Updated (Status 04/23/2010)

Number: AZ SB 1100 - Updated (Status 05/12/2010)

Number: AZ SB 1125 - Updated (Status 04/23/2010)

California 2009-10 66 Bills

Number: CA AB 47 - Updated (Status 02/09/2010)

Number: CA AB 58 - Updated (Status 08/08/2009)

Number: CA AB 107 - Updated (Text 09/24/2009)

Number: CA AB 136 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 154 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 176 - Updated (Text 09/24/2009)

Number: CA AB 180 - Updated (Status 08/22/2009)

Number: CA AB 241 - Updated (Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 242 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 243 - Updated (Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 490 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 665 - Updated (Text 10/14/2009)

Number: CA AB 706 - Updated (Status 08/08/2009)

Number: CA AB 708 - Updated (Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 770 - Updated (Status 08/08/2009)

Number: CA AB 858 - Updated (Status 01/21/2010)

Number: CA AB 886 - Updated (Status 01/21/2010)

Number: CA AB 938 - Updated (Text 10/14/2009)

Number: CA AB 1059 - Updated (Text, Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 1071 - Updated (Text 10/14/2009)

Number: CA AB 1122 - Updated (Status 10/13/2009)

Number: CA AB 1150 - Updated (Status 01/21/2010)

Number: CA AB 1164 - Updated (Text 11/10/2009)