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2022 SESSION

22104489D
HOUSE BILL NO. 1273
Offered January 20, 2022
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 29.1-516.2, relating to hunting with dogs; dogs to wear tags.
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Patron-- Wright
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Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
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Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding a section numbered 29.1-516.2 as follows:

§ 29.1-516.2. Hunting with dogs; dogs to wear tags.

Any person engaged in lawful hunting with a dog shall ensure that the dog has a tag identifying the name of the owner or custodian and a current phone number. The tag shall be securely fastened to a substantial collar by the owner or custodian and worn by such dog.