petting zoos; handwashing; supervision

SB 1082 requires petting zoos and similar animal exhibits (both permanent and temporary) to implement specific health safety measures. Operators must provide handwashing stations or hand sanitizer immediately after animal contact, display clear signage about handwashing and food restrictions, enclose animals to prevent unsupervised contact, and maintain at least one adult supervisor in the animal area at all times. The bill exempts single-day private events at residences, though operators must still post signage and provide handwashing options. Violations can result in civil penalties of up to $100 per incident, enforced by the Arizona Department of Health Services. This directly affects businesses and event organizers operating public animal contact exhibits.