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Arkansas Code Title 2. Agriculture § 2-40-821. Requirements of equidae participating in equine activities

Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

(a) All equidae moving within the state to equidae exhibitions, including, but not limited to, fairs, livestock shows, breed association shows, rodeos, trail rides, parades, team pennings, team ropings, racetracks, or other equidae concentration points shall be accompanied by a record of a negative current official equine infectious anemia test within the past twelve (12) months.

(b) Proof of a negative equine infectious anemia test may be demonstrated through presentation of:

(1) The original test record document;

(2) An official electronic copy, as defined by the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission; and

(3) Other forms as may be prescribed by the commission.

(c) Any individual, club, organization, or association conducting an equine activity shall arrange for a certified equine infectious anemia verifier to be present at the event to verify that each of the equidae is accompanied by a record of a negative current official equine infectious anemia test if:

(1) The event charges a fee of any kind, including an entry fee, a gate fee, a membership fee, a registration fee, a user fee, a camping fee, or a grounds fee;

(2) The event provides prize money, trophies, plaques, ribbons, points, or awards of any kind, including jackpot and benefits; or

(3) The event causes a concentration of more than fifty (50) equidae.

(d) Any show or event within the state may require any additional tests or additional requirements deemed necessary.

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