LD1771

An Act to Strengthen Oversight of Kennels by Changing the Licensing Authority from Municipalities to the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry

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Maine LD1771 shifts kennel licensing authority from municipalities to the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.

Maine LD1771 changes the licensing authority for kennels from municipalities to the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. This bill mandates that individuals or entities maintaining a kennel must obtain an annual kennel license from the department. It outlines specific license fees for different types of kennels and pet shops, and it establishes criteria for the department to refuse, suspend, or revoke licenses. The bill also updates definitions, licensing and recording fees, and cross-references related to facility licensing.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Acc Maj Otp As Amended Rep RC #332

71 Yea

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69 Nay

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11 Absent

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Calendar

May 13, 2025

2:00 PM

Hearing

May 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 9, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

Jun 9, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Jun 9, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.