This bill amends existing laws related to agricultural production facilities and introduces penalties for various offenses. It revises the definition of grand theft, specifying that it is a Class 6 felony for stealing property valued at less than or equal to $2,500, including livestock as defined in another section. The bill also updates the definitions of terms related to agricultural production facilities, replacing "animal facility" with "agricultural production facility" and expanding the definition to include various types of property used for agricultural purposes. Additionally, it introduces new terms such as "crop," "deception," and "deprive," while clarifying the meaning of "consent."

Furthermore, the bill outlines prohibited actions regarding agricultural production facilities, including intentional damage, unauthorized control, and deceptive practices to gain access. It establishes penalties for violations, categorizing them as misdemeanors or felonies based on the severity of the offense. The bill also includes a provision that prevents the department from providing an aggregated list of concentrated animal feeding operations, except as required by federal law or at the discretion of the department. Lastly, several sections related to the damage of crops and organisms are repealed, streamlining the legal framework surrounding agricultural production.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 22-30A-17, 40-38-1, 40-38-2, 40-38-3, 40-38-4, 21-60-1, 21-60-2, 21-60-3
Senate Judiciary Engrossed, 01/28/2025: 22-30A-17, 40-38-1, 40-38-2, 40-38-3, 40-38-4, 21-60-1, 21-60-2, 21-60-3