Iowa · 2025-2026

HF 869

A bill for an act providing for the conduct of licensed veterinarians when involved in certain legal matters involving the alleged mistreatment of animals, including by providing for immunity from administrative, civil, or criminal liability when acting in good faith; providing for administrative, civil, or criminal liability when not acting in good faith; and making penalties applicable.

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Summary AI-generated

Iowa HF 869 establishes guidelines for licensed veterinarians involved in legal matters concerning alleged animal mistreatment. The bill provides immunity from administrative, civil, or criminal liability for actions taken in good faith while imposing liability for actions not taken in good faith. It also specifies applicable penalties for violations.

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Roll-call votes on this bill

QuestionChamberResultYeaNayOtherDateSource
Shall the bill pass? lower pass 93 1 3 Mar 19, 2025 Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0