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Legislative Alerts
Vermont Considers Breeder Licensing
Attention Vermont fanciers! Sen. John Campbell is sponsoring S66, a bill that would amend the definition of "pet merchant" to include anyone who sells, exchanges, or donates animals. Duly incorporated humane societies would be exempt. Under existing law in Vermont, "pet merchants" must be licensed by the state at a cost of $150 per year. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/vermont-considers-breeder-licensing/
| February 23, 2005
Legislative Alerts
Virginia Breeders Face Licensing and Mandatory Spay/Neuter Bill – Update!
UPDATE: HB2927 was stricken from the docket on February 2nd. Many thanks to the Virginia Federation of Dog Clubs and the countless Virginia dog owners who helped make this victory possible! Please continue to watch our Web site for information about other pending legislation in Virginia. [Monday, January 24, 2005] Immediate help is needed […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/virginia-breeders-face-licensing-and-mandatory-spay-neuter-bill-update/
| February 3, 2005
Legislative Alerts
Stanislaus County, CA Faces Breeding Restrictions
A fast-moving proposal in Stanislaus County could severely impact the breeding rights of local fanciers. The proposed ordinance is scheduled for a public hearing on Tuesday, November 30 at 9:35 AM. If enacted, the ordinance would: Require owners to obtain a $100 annual license for intact dogs or cats over the age of four months. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/stanislaus-county-ca-faces-breeding-restrictions/
| November 18, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Proposed Albuquerque Ordinance Includes Breeding Restrictions
Albuquerque City Councilwoman Sally Mayer has proposed sweeping changes to the city's animal control ordinance that would drastically impact fanciers' rights to breed their dogs. To view the proposed changes click here: http://www.cabq.gov/council/animalord.pdf. The measure's restrictive provisions include: An annual $150 permit for each unaltered dog or cat over six months old. A $150 […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/proposed-albuquerque-ordinance-includes-breeding-restrictions/
| August 4, 2004
Legislative Alerts
BSL Introduced in New Jersey
Following the recent defeat of proposed breeder regulations, New Jersey dog owners barely had time to catch their breaths before Senator Sharpe James, who is also Mayor of Newark, introduced the "Responsible Pit Bull Ownership Act" (S1718) late last week. S1718 Would Allow a Municipality To: Require a special license for all "pit bulls" ($150-700)-including […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/bsl-introduced-in-new-jersey/
| June 24, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Update: Committee Rejects MA Breeder Amendment
The Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog Owners reports that the Budget Conference Committee has approved the final version of the state budget, and it does not include a House-approved amendment requiring regulation of those who breed and sell more than five litters of puppies or kittens per year. This development is welcome […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-committee-rejects-ma-breeder-amendment/
| June 17, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Attention MA Fanciers: Calls Needed Now!
The AKC has learned that Massachusetts's budget bill was sent to conference committee late last week. Thanks in large part to lobbying efforts by purebred dog fanciers, the Senate version of the bill does not appear to contain any language that will impact breeders. However, the House version does still include an amendment that would […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/attention-ma-fanciers-calls-needed-now/
| June 1, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Update: NJ Bill Still Poses Threat to Breeders
A2324, which would require anyone who sells or transfers ten or more animals per year to be licensed and regulated by their municipality, continues to threaten responsible breeding programs in New Jersey. The bill could be scheduled for a vote by the Assembly at any time, and though many fanciers have contacted their representatives in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-nj-bill-still-poses-threat-to-breeders/
| June 2, 2004
Legislative Alerts
California Bill Will Hurt Responsible Breeders
California legislators are once again attempting to regulate hobby breeders. Introduced by Assemblyman Lloyd Levine, AB2513 establishes the "Humane Control of Dog and Cat Overpopulation Act of 2004." The bill will: Prohibit the sale of unaltered dogs and cats unless the seller has obtained a permit. Create two types of permits. The first will […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-bill-will-hurt-responsible-breeders/
| April 30, 2004
Legislative Alerts
Updated: Help Still Needed in MA!
The Massachusetts Federation of Dog Clubs reports that late-night budget talks in the House last week resulted in yet another change to Rep. Kujawksi's proposed breeder amendment. The final budget bill that was sent to the Senate for consideration now requires regulation for those who breed and sell more than five litters of puppies or […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/updated-help-still-needed-in-ma/
| May 3, 2004