Action | Promulgate New Regulation to Replace Chapter 140 |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 4/1/2011 |
We are totally in support of 2VAC5 - 141. The current testing requirements for out of state llamas and alpacas hurts our industry and the state in many ways. Our shows suffer because many exhibitors will not consider showing in Virgina due to the extra costs of these tests and the stress it places on their animals. Our breeding programs suffer because potential customers choose breedings in other states that do not have these health requirements. The state tourism revenue is hugely impacted with the loss of these potential exhibiitors and breeders. Please pass this long overdue change. Thank you.