The bill amends Section 9-11-30 of the Code of Alabama 1975, focusing on the regulation of game breeder licenses, particularly concerning cervids (members of the family Cervidae). Key provisions include prohibiting state agencies from killing or testing cervids due to disease, with specific exceptions outlined. The bill clarifies that cervids owned by licensed breeders are considered personal property. Additionally, it updates terminology and makes technical revisions to align with current legal standards, such as changing "breeder's" to "breeder" and "regulation" to "rule."

Furthermore, the bill establishes new rules for the transfer of cervids between licensees, particularly in designated disease management zones, and sets conditions under which a cervid may be killed due to disease. It mandates that the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, in consultation with the State Veterinarian, adopt rules by March 1, 2026, to facilitate cervid transfers while ensuring compliance with health standards. The bill also specifies licensing fees based on the number of cervids owned, with a tiered fee structure for different quantities. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 9-11-30
Engrossed: 9-11-30
Enrolled: 9-11-30