Agriculture and Forestry
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Petition 397
| Petition Information | |
|---|---|
| Petition Title | Regulation for the Transportation of Poultry |
| Date Filed | 8/7/2023 [Transmittal Sheet] |
| Petitioner | Animal Partisan |
| Petitioner's Request |
Petitioner requests that the Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services promulgate regulations setting minimum standards of care for the transportation, handling, and lairage of poultry prior to slaughter within the Commonwealth. |
| Agency's Plan |
The Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services will consider this request at its next scheduled meeting following the public comment period. This meeting will occur on December 7, 2023. |
| Comment Period | Ended 9/18/2023 31 comments |
| Agency Decision | Pending |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Name / Title: | Dr. Carolynn Bissett / Program Manager, Office of Veterinary Services |
| Address: |
Oliver Hill Building 102 Governor Street Richmond, 23219 |
| Email Address: | Carolynn.Bissett@vdacs.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-4560 FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |