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HB 1417 establishes an electronic registry for livestock marks and brands maintained by the Texas Animal Health Commission. It allows for electronic recording of identification methods like tattoos and electronic devices, ensures confidentiality for personal data, and creates procedures for law enforcement access. It updates existing livestock branding requirements to integrate digital methods.
Author
Ryan Guillen
Angelia Orr
Eddie Morales
Co-Author
Penny Morales Shaw
David Spiller