The bill amends Section 17.46(b) of the Business & Commerce Code to include new provisions addressing deceptive trade practices specifically related to the sale of animals. It introduces a new clause that prohibits sellers from knowingly selling or offering for sale an animal that is sick without disclosing the existence and extent of the sickness. Additionally, it makes it unlawful to provide false or misleading health records or information regarding health screenings related to the animal being sold or offered for sale.

The bill also deletes a previous provision regarding the use of certain terms in the context of vehicle protection product warranties. The changes aim to enhance consumer protection by ensuring that potential buyers of animals receive accurate and truthful information about the health status of the animals they are considering purchasing. The law will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply only to acts or practices occurring on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Commerce Code 17.46 (Commerce Code 17)