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AB 519: Pet broker sales.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified December 6, 2025

What AB 519 does, verified December 6, 2025

This bill would prohibit a broker from selling or offering for sale dogs, cats, or rabbits under one year of age. A broker is defined as a person or business that sells, arranges, negotiates, or processes the sale of animals bred for profit. The bill aims to protect young animals from exploitation and ensure they receive proper care. Exemptions would be made for certain individuals and organizations. The bill also makes violations of these provisions subject to a civil penalty.

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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 478, Statutes of 2025. (2025-09-03)Alert me
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Oct. 09, 2025Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 478, Statutes of 2025.
Oct. 09, 2025Approved by the Governor.
Sep. 15, 2025Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4:30 p.m.
Sep. 08, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 73. Noes 0. Page 3016.).
Sep. 08, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 73. Noes 0. Page 3016.).
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