SB1789

Pet stores; pet dealers

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Arizona SB1789 amends pet dealer regulations to restrict dog and cat sales from unlicensed sources and enforces stricter penalties.

Arizona SB1789 amends sections 44-1799.08, 44-1799.10, and 44-1799.11 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to tighten regulations on pet dealers. It prohibits pet stores and dealers from obtaining or selling dogs and cats from unlicensed sources or those with recent violations of USDA animal welfare regulations. Pet dealers must display detailed animal source information on cages and marketing materials. Violators face escalating civil penalties and potential injunctive relief.

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History

Feb 9

Senate

Senate read second time

Feb 5

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Feb 5

Senate

Assigned to Senate NR Committee