No. 39086 (5-year Review): Rule R58-21. Trichomoniasis

DAR File No.: 39086
Filed: 01/21/2015 10:21:29 AM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rule is promulgated under authority of Section 4-31-109 which gives the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food the ability to eradicate trichomoniasis in livestock.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

The Utah Cattlemen's Association would like to see an increase in the fine for non-compliance. While the amount of the fine is not dictated by rule, an increase in the proposed fine has been submitted to the legislature.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The disease is still costing producers in the state upwards of $3,000,000 and the potential loss if this is not controlled could be upwards of $100,000,000. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Agriculture and Food
Animal Industry
350 N REDWOOD RD
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3034

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Kathleen Mathews at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7103, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Warren Hess at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4910, by FAX at 801-538-7169, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Cody James at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7166, by FAX at 801-538-7169, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Scott Ericson at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

01/21/2015

Authorized by:

LuAnn Adams, Commissioner

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