SB202 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Josh CarnleySenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Animals, disposal methods for dead further provided

Summary

SB202 updates Alabama's rules for disposing of dead animals, adds disease-focused burning for hogs, restricts nuisance near homes, and sets a $50 fine with an October 1, 2024 effective date.

What This Bill Does

Owners or custodians must dispose of dead animals within 24 hours by burning, burying at least two feet deep, or by other methods approved by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Hogs dying from cholera or any disease must be burned. Disposal cannot be done in a way that creates a nuisance near a residence. Violations are a misdemeanor with a fine of up to $50. The act takes effect on October 1, 2024.

Who It Affects

• Owners or custodians of animals that die or are killed (excluding animals slaughtered for food) who must dispose of the bodies under the new rules.
• Hog owners or handlers who must burn hogs that die from cholera or any disease.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 3-1-28 to require disposal within 24 hours by burning, burying at least two feet deep, or other disposal methods allowed by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries.
• Adds a specific requirement that hogs dying from cholera or any disease must be burned.
• Prohibits disposal in a way that creates a nuisance near residence(s).
• Establishes a misdemeanor with a fine of up to $50 for violations.
• Effective date: October 1, 2024.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Agriculture & Forestry; Animals