This bill amends the Oklahoma Agricultural Code by updating definitions and provisions related to animal identification and the responsibilities of the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry. Key changes include the modification of the definition of the Department, which will now be referred to as the "Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry" in all legal documents. Additionally, the bill introduces a prohibition against the electronic monitoring of animals through official identification methods, ensuring that such identification cannot be used for tracking purposes.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the intent of the legislature to authorize the Department to develop and implement an Oklahoma Animal Identification Program aimed at enhancing disease preparedness and maintaining the health status of livestock. It allows the Department to create rules for the program, including premises and individual animal identification, while ensuring that any fees charged are limited to the actual costs incurred. The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of data related to animal identification, with specific circumstances under which information may be disclosed. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.