Rhode Island H7334 bans the sale of parrots at pet stores from breeders or brokers, allowing only those from animal care facilities or rescue.
Rhode Island H7334 prohibits pet stores from selling parrots obtained from breeders or brokers, but allows sales of parrots from animal care facilities or rescue organizations. The sale of parrots is also banned at outdoor markets or retail parking lots. Sellers must provide detailed information about the parrot's origin, including the breeder's location and USDA license number if applicable. Violators face civil fines. An advisory committee will assist pet stores in complying with the new rules, and the committee will issue a status report after 18 months.
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