A317, a bill that would require annual inspection of animal or veterinary facilities as defined in Section 1 pf P.L. 1983, c. 98, has been re-introduced in the State Assembly.
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Animal Facilities be Fore-warned: Moose’s Law Scheduled for Hearing on November 18, 2019 in New Jersey
As a learned colleague said, no bad bill goes away [forever].
Moose’s Law S861, one of the worst of the worst bills, has resurfaced and will be heard by
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Rocky’s Law in New Jersey Requires Significant Amendments Before Adoption-Part II
New Jersey bills S3551 and A5040 would require a vaccination schedule that is inconsistent with veterinary recommendations.
For example, the bills would require that “if the animal is a dog,
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Improvements to housing of farm animals must be science-based, sustainable, and performed in a cost-effective manner
On October 12, 2017 Nestlé USA announced that by 2024 they would
“strive to source all of the broiler chickens we use as ingredients for our U.S. food portfolio from
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Other concerns about NJ Bill S3019
I previously described concerns about S3019’s impact to veterinarians.
There are additional concerns about the impact of this bill to animal shelters and NJ taxpayers. And, it is inexplicable
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NJ bill S3019 could decrease the number of veterinary facilities willing to assist municipalities in animal control.
Senator Linda R. Greenstein introduced S3019 on Feb. 27, 2017, a bill that would establish “additional requirements for operation and oversight of animal shelters, pounds, kennels operating as shelters or
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The Good and the Bad about NJ Bill S2847
New Jersey Senate Bill No. 2847, introduced on December 12, 2016 would make some important beneficial changes to the laws governing animal rescue organizations and shelters in New Jersey,
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OSHA Regulations and Animal Facilities-Part VI (Appeals)
HOW DOES THE APPEAL PROCESS WORK?
Appeals by Employers:
- Must submit a written objection (“Notice of Contest”) to OSHA within 15 working days of receiving a citation.
- The OSHA Area
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OSHA Regulations and Animal Facilities-Part V (Penalties)
What are the results of an inspection?
After the compliance officer reports findings, the Area Director determines whether he or she will issue citations and/or propose penalties.
Citations
Inform the
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OSHA Regulations and Animal Facilities-Part IV (Inspections Cont’d)
What should you expect from an inspection?
Ask for Inspector’s Credentials: employers should always ask to see the compliance
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