§ 2-33-207 - Spraying of livestock. - Arkansas Statutes

2-33-207. Spraying of livestock.

(a) The Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission shall make reasonable and necessary rules and regulations for spraying livestock in this state for the eradication and control of ticks and other livestock pests.

(b) (1) (A) Any person in this state desiring to have livestock sprayed may make application to the commission. Spraying shall be done as soon as possible after application is made, within the limitations of equipment and personnel available to the commission.

(B) A charge of ten cents (10cent(s)) per head of livestock sprayed shall be charged by the commission to cover necessary costs of chemicals, personnel, and maintenance in spraying the livestock.

(2) No livestock shall be sprayed until the owner or person in charge thereof shall sign a statement in writing releasing the commission and the State of Arkansas of any claim or liability for any resulting damage to livestock because of the spraying.