Rhode Island § 4-9-8 - Biological Products
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 4-9-8 — Biological Products, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-9-8. Biological Products
R.I. Gen. Laws § 4-9-8
§ 4-9-8. Treatment of animals to prevent normal reaction to tests — Sale or removal of reactors.
No person shall treat any animal with any material or substance nor in any manner for the purpose of preventing normal reaction on the part of the animal to any diagnostic test. No person shall knowingly sell or offer for sale any animal that has reacted positively to any USDA approved official tuberculosis test or the blood test for brucellosis. No animal that has reacted to any USDA approved official tuberculosis test other test shall be sold or removed from the premises where the test was made without permission, in writing, from the director of environmental management.
History of Section.
P.L. 1943, ch. 1358, § 6; G.L. 1956, § 4-9-8; P.L. 2013, ch. 174, § 1; P.L. 2013,
ch. 228, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 4-9-8
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 4-9-8 cover?
Section 4-9-8 ("Biological Products") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 4-9-8?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 4-9-8" (Rhode Island). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 4-9-8 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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