HB1238
- Virginia Lawmakers Hear Opposition to HB1238 on Local Pet Store Animal Sales Rules
House Counties Cities and Towns Committee receives testimony against legislation allowing localities to restrict pet store animal acquisition and sales.
- Opponents Challenge Virginia HB 1238 Over Veteran and Farm Impacts
Agricultural leaders and a veteran testify against House Bill 1238, warning of harm to farmers, small businesses, and animal-assisted support for military injuries.
- Virginia Bill HB 1238 Draws Support for Local Pet Shop Puppy Sale Rules
Advocates testify that House Bill 1238 would give Virginia localities flexibility to regulate puppy sales in pet shops, following models already used in eight other states including Maryland.
- Virginia Committee Reviews Local Option Measure on Pet Shop Puppy Sales
The Counties Cities and Towns Committee examined HB1238, a proposal allowing Virginia localities to set inspection rules for pet shops that sell puppies.