The bill amends the Arkansas Feed Law of 1997, primarily updating the enforcement agency from the "State Plant Board" to the "Department of Agriculture." It repeals the definition of "board" as the State Plant Board and replaces it with the Department of Agriculture in various sections. Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding licensing and inspection fees, changing terms like "fee due" to "sum due" and adjusting the structure of fees and penalties associated with licensing and inspections.

Key changes include the requirement for individuals or entities that manufacture or distribute commercial feed to obtain a license from the Department of Agriculture, with specific provisions for those making retail sales. The bill also clarifies the process for inspections, sampling, and analysis of commercial feeds, allowing the Department of Agriculture to enforce compliance and issue withdrawal orders for non-compliant products. Furthermore, it establishes penalties for violations and allows for cooperation with other governmental entities to enhance the enforcement of the law.

Statutes affected:
HB 1743: 2-37-102, 2-37-103(a), 2-37-103(o), 2-37-104, 2-37-103, 2-37-108(g)
Act 586: 2-37-102, 2-37-103(a), 2-37-103(o), 2-37-104, 2-37-103, 2-37-108(g)