4-39-301 - Genetic purity requirements -- Proof of source.
4-39-301. Genetic purity requirements -- Proof of source.
As part of any inspection for licensing or renewing the license of a domesticated elkfacility, or for the importation, transportation, or change of ownership of any domesticated elk,the department shall require:
(1) proof of genetic testing to ensure the purity of the domesticated elk herds and preventthe introduction of red deer or hybrid nonnative species into domesticated elk herds in Utah byshowing evidence of the purity of live animals, gametes, eggs, sperm, or other genetic material;and
(2) proof that the domesticated elk originates from a legal source as provided in Section4-39-302.
Enacted by Chapter 302, 1997 General Session