📜 Animal Welfare Bill 1999
Legislative Assembly Second ReadingLA24 November 1999
The Animal Welfare Bill 1999 aims to protect animal welfare in Western Australia by regulating the use of animals for scientific purposes and prohibiting cruelty and inhumane treatment. It establishes licensing for scientific use, offences against animals, and powers for inspectors.
Impact
This bill affects individuals and organisations using animals for scientific purposes, animal owners, and law enforcement. It aims to ensure proper animal care and reflects community expectations regarding animal treatment.
Key Changes
["Introduces licensing for using animals in scientific research.", "Defines offences related to animal cruelty and sets out defences.", "Establishes inspectors with powers to enter premises, seize animals, and require information."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA24 Nov 1999
- LA Second Reading MovedLA24 Nov 1999
Affected Sectors
agriculturepublic_sectorhealthenvironment
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