Minnesota HF434 allows live cervid importation to accredited facilities, with specific conditions.

Minnesota HF434 amends state statutes to permit the importation of live cervids into the state from certain areas, provided they meet specific criteria. Live cervids must come from herds certified for chronic wasting disease and test negative for the disease. The bill exempts transfers between Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited facilities and USDA-licensed exhibitors that meet certain criteria. Violation of these importation rules can result in seizure and destruction of the animals by the commissioner of natural resources.

Minnesota HF434 allows live cervid importation to accredited facilities, with specific conditions.

Minnesota HF434 amends state statutes to permit the importation of live cervids into the state from certain areas, provided they meet specific criteria. Live cervids must come from herds certified for chronic wasting disease and test negative for the disease. The bill exempts transfers between Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited facilities and USDA-licensed exhibitors that meet certain criteria. Violation of these importation rules can result in seizure and destruction of the animals by the commissioner of natural resources.