Missouri § 277.022 - Ratite birds classified as livestock.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 277.022 — Ratite birds classified as livestock., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 277.022. Ratite birds classified as livestock.
For the purposes of any rule or regulation promulgated by any department, board, or commission of this state, ratite birds including, but not limited to, ostrich and emu, scientifically designated as Dromiceius novaehollandiae, shall be treated and classified as livestock rather than as exotic animals.
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(L. 1993 H.B. 566 § 13 merged with S.B. 84 § 13)
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Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 277.022
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 277.022 cover?
Section 277.022 ("Ratite birds classified as livestock.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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