Minnesota HF2012 modifies the Board of Animal Health membership and roles.

Minnesota HF2012 amends the Board of Animal Health by increasing its membership to eleven, including producers, veterinarians, and public representatives. The board must include at least two members who are not employed in agriculture, veterinary medicine, or the pet industry. The governor appoints members with senate consent, aiming for gender and geographic balance. The board elects a president and vice-president, and the governor appoints a licensed veterinarian as the executive director. Effective July 1, 2026, this change applies to future appointments.

Minnesota HF2012 modifies the Board of Animal Health membership and roles.

Minnesota HF2012 amends the Board of Animal Health by increasing its membership to eleven, including producers, veterinarians, and public representatives. The board must include at least two members who are not employed in agriculture, veterinary medicine, or the pet industry. The governor appoints members with senate consent, aiming for gender and geographic balance. The board elects a president and vice-president, and the governor appoints a licensed veterinarian as the executive director. Effective July 1, 2026, this change applies to future appointments.