A bill for an act providing for the regulation of commercial establishments possessing or controlling nonagricultural animals, providing penalties, and making penalties applicable.

HF 2298 requires pet shops, breeders, kennels, and shelters to obtain state licenses to operate. These businesses must maintain records and cannot purchase dogs or cats from unlicensed facilities. The state will inspect facilities based on risk levels, with licenses subject to suspension for violations. This directly affects all commercial animal businesses in Iowa that handle nonagricultural animals.