Senate Bill 414 mandates that animal testing facilities and breeders must offer certain dogs and cats for adoption to designated releasing agencies, which include animal shelters and humane societies, if the animals do not pose a public health risk. The bill defines key terms such as "adoption," "animal testing facility," "breeder," and "releasing agency." It stipulates that if an animal testing facility is operated by a state agency or an institution of higher education, they may create their own internal adoption program to comply with this requirement. Additionally, the bill allows for agreements between animal testing facilities or breeders and releasing agencies to facilitate the transfer of animals.

Furthermore, the bill imposes annual reporting requirements on animal testing facilities and breeders, mandating them to submit information to the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection regarding the number of animals they own, those used for research, and those transferred for adoption. Violations of the bill's provisions can result in a forfeiture of up to $5,000, with each violation related to a single animal considered a separate offense. The bill aims to enhance the welfare of animals used in testing by promoting their adoption rather than euthanasia.