Rabbits; raising and processing for sale, exemption from certain inspections.
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SB 470 — Rabbits; raising and processing for sale, exemption from certain inspections.
Last action — Governor's Action Deadline Midnight, April 9, 2018
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✓Passed Senate
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 09, 2018. Enacted.
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2 sponsors
1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.
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Passed 6 recorded votes so far.
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Summary
Prohibits the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services from requiring that commercially slaughtered or processed rabbits that are offered for sale or service be slaughtered or processed under a voluntary inspection program administered by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) or the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Such rabbits shall still be subject to applicable provisions of Chapter 51 (§ 3.2-5100 et seq.) (Food and Drink) of Title 3.2. The bill also directs the State Board of Health to adopt regulations allowing the receipt by restaurants for sale or service of rabbits that are slaughtered or processed in a facility that complies with the relevant VDACS regulations.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
60 added · 74 removedPlain-language change summary
The latest version of Bill SB 470 includes provisions that allow the Commissioner to adopt federal regulations without holding public hearings, which means these regulations can take effect immediately upon filing. Additionally, it clarifies that farmers selling their own products directly to consumers are exempt from the FDA's Food Code unless the state decides to adopt these rules. This change is significant because it streamlines the regulatory process, potentially making it easier for farmers to sell their goods while ensuring that new regulations can be implemented quickly without lengthy deliberation.
SESSION history | hilite | pdf | print version 18101224DVIRGINIA SENATEACTS BILLOF NO.ASSEMBLY -- CHAPTER An Act to amend and reenact §§ 3.2-5121 and 35.1-14 of the Code of Virginia, relating to sale of rabbits;
470 Offered January 10, 2018 Prefiled January 9, 2018 A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 3.2-5121 and 35.1-14 of the Code of Virginia, relating to sale of rabbits;
----------[S Patrons--470] ReevesApproved and McDougle ---------- Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources ---------- Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
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- Senate: Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB470ER) View text Current html February 28, 2018
- Prefiled Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/18 18101224D html January 09, 2018
Action History
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Governor's Action Deadline Midnight, April 9, 2018
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Enrolled Bill Communicated to Governor on March 6, 2018
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Signed by President
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Signed by Speaker
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Enrolled
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Passed House BLOCK VOTE (98-Y 0-N)
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Read third time
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Read second time
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Assigned ACNR sub: Subcommittee #1
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Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
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Read first time
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Placed on Calendar
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Read second time and engrossed
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Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources
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Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/18 18101224D
Sponsors
- Ryan T. McDougle · Cosponsor
- Bryce E. Reeves · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (1)
Not signed on (146)
146 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 146 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 98 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 98 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (98)
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 470 do?
- Prohibits the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services from requiring that commercially slaughtered or processed rabbits that are offered for sale or service be slaughtered or processed under a voluntary inspection program administered by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) or the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Such rabbits shall still be subject to applicable provisions of Chapter 51 (§ 3.2-5100 et seq.) (Food and Drink) of Title 3.2. The bill also directs the State Board of Health to adopt regulations allowing the receipt by restaurants for sale or service of rabbits that are slaughtered or processed in a facility that complies with the relevant VDACS regulations.
- Who sponsors SB 470?
- SB 470 is sponsored by Ryan T. McDougle and Bryce E. Reeves.
- What is the current status of SB 470?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 09, 2018. Enacted.
- Where can I track SB 470?
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