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Panel reviews repeal of feedlot dead‑animal notification and penalty
Summary
SB 79 would repeal a requirement that feedlots notify brand inspectors and producers when animals die and would remove a $500 penalty and potential jail term; sponsors and department officials said mandatory reporting of designated reportable diseases to the state veterinarian remains unaffected.
Senator Josh Kasmeier presented Senate Bill 79 as another statutory cleanup that would repeal an inspection and notification requirement for dead animals at feedlots and eliminate the $500 penalty and possible six‑month jail provision associated with failing to notify.
Jay Bodner said the requirement historically forced feedlot operators to call the Department…
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