Queensland Farmers' Federation
OrganisationReferenced in 2 bills
Animal Care and Protection Amendment Bill 2022
This bill updates Queensland's animal welfare laws following a comprehensive review of the 20-year-old Animal Care and Protection Act. It bans inhumane practices like prong collars and horse firing, introduces tougher penalties for serious animal neglect, requires dogs to be secured when transported on vehicle trays, and implements recommendations to better track retired racehorses and improve RSPCA inspector oversight.
12/5/2022· PASSED· Hon M Furner MP
EnvironmentRegional QueenslandBusiness & Economy
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Criminal Code (Trespass Offences) Amendment Bill 2019
This bill sought to create three new criminal offences targeting trespass on business premises and transport infrastructure. It was a private member's bill that lapsed at the end of the 56th Parliament and did not become law.
1/5/2019· Lapsed· Mr D Last MP
Justice & RightsBusiness & EconomyRegional Queensland