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SB 613

Relating to the regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine; increasing a civil penalty.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Chuy Hinojosa

Texas bill SB 613 increases civil penalties for veterinary medicine practice violations, currently under committee review without disclosed penalty amounts.

Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
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Bill Summary · SB 613

Legislative bill overview

SB 613 modifies Texas's regulation of veterinary medicine practice and increases civil penalties for violations. The bill was introduced by Senator Chuy Hinojosa and is currently in the Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs Committee. Specific penalty amounts and regulatory changes are not detailed in the available action summary.

Why is this important

Veterinary regulation directly affects animal welfare standards, professional conduct, and consumer protection in Texas. Civil penalty adjustments typically reflect inflation adjustments or enforcement effectiveness improvements, influencing how violations are deterred and enforced against non-compliant practitioners.

Potential points of contention

  • Penalty amount specificity: Without knowing the exact increase, stakeholders cannot assess whether penalties are proportionate to violations or create undue burden on veterinary practices
  • Regulatory scope changes: Any expansion of veterinary medicine definitions or practice restrictions could affect veterinarians, technicians, and animal owners differently
  • Small business impact: Increased penalties may disproportionately affect rural or small veterinary practices that serve agricultural communities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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