RELATING TO WILDLIFE.

SB 1021 bans the keeping or breeding of whales, dolphins, and porpoises (cetaceans) in captivity, except in specific circumstances outlined by the bill. This directly affects marine parks, aquariums, and facilities that currently house or breed these animals. The key provision prohibits most captive breeding and holding operations, though it allows exceptions for research, rescue, or other defined purposes. The bill represents a significant policy shift toward restricting cetacean captivity in the state.