Salmonellosis (Salmonella Infection) Law
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Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, requires that retail pet stores that sell reptiles post warning signs and
distribute written warnings to purchasers of reptiles pertaining to reptile-associated salmonellosis.
Legislation Concerning Reptile–Associated Salmonellosis
Texas Administrative Code, 169.121, Reptile-Associated Salmonellosis
Texas Health and Safety Code, Subchapter I. Animal-Borne Diseases, Sections 81.351-353
Reptiles and Amphibians | Healthy Pets, Healthy People | CDC
Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Small Turtles | CDC
Laws and Information Pertaining to Small Turtles and the Risk of Salmonellosis
Last updated March 8, 2021