Proposed legislation currently being discussed in the South Carolina Senate is seeking to limit public access to low-cost veterinary care offered by non-profit animal shelters.  Senate Bill 687 (SB 687) would require animal shelters to obtain written documentation of low-income status from the pet owner prior to performing veterinary care beyond the basic medical services.

SB 687 would also restrict non-profit mobile animal clinics from operating within 7 miles of private-practice veterinary offices.

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Senate Bill 687 (SB 687)
http://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess121_2015-2016/prever/687_20150421.htm