The bill aims to amend existing laws regarding the regulation of animals by prohibiting municipalities from enacting breed-specific regulations. It introduces a new section, 14-54-1106, which explicitly states that municipal corporations cannot regulate animals based on their specific breed or perceived breed. This change is intended to prevent discrimination against certain breeds and promote uniformity in animal regulation across municipalities.
Additionally, the bill modifies Arkansas Code 20-19-303 by removing language that previously allowed municipalities to have unrestricted power in regulating animals. The revised language clarifies that while municipalities can control animals running at large, they cannot impose regulations based on breed. This ensures that all animals are treated equally under the law, regardless of their breed, while still allowing for general animal control measures.