If enacted, this bill would amend current Arizona statutes by adding a provision that explicitly prohibits the Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA) from adopting rules that require or prescribe minimum housing size standards for egg-laying hens. This new language would be inserted as section m in the existing statute, which currently outlines the powers and duties of the AZDA regarding egg and egg product regulations. Additionally, the bill would make minor technical changes to existing language, such as modifying the phrasing in section F to clarify the enforcement responsibilities of the supervisor and inspectors. It would also remove a clause from the current statute that limits the AZDA's authority to establish an egg promotion program, ensuring that the new prohibition on housing size standards is clearly stated without exceptions. Overall, the bill aims to restrict regulatory oversight concerning the housing of egg-laying hens.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-2402
Senate Engrossed Version: 3-710