Minnesota SF4009 prohibits animal testing in certain circumstances and imposes civil penalties.

Minnesota SF4009 prohibits research facilities from conducting animal testing if the activity is reportable to the United States Department of Agriculture. This prohibition does not apply to activities required by federal law or to federal research facilities. Facilities that violate this provision must pay an administrative penalty of $10,000 for each animal subjected to the violation. If the violation is willful, the court may order the defendant to reimburse the state for litigation expenses.

Minnesota SF4009 prohibits animal testing in certain circumstances and imposes civil penalties.

Minnesota SF4009 prohibits research facilities from conducting animal testing if the activity is reportable to the United States Department of Agriculture. This prohibition does not apply to activities required by federal law or to federal research facilities. Facilities that violate this provision must pay an administrative penalty of $10,000 for each animal subjected to the violation. If the violation is willful, the court may order the defendant to reimburse the state for litigation expenses.