Tightening penalties for transporting livestock without veterinary documents in Russia

Currently, the epizootic situation in the country is assessed as stable, however, there are threats that can destabilize this situation, including the spread of diseases such asBrucellosis , especially in regions with private farms where compliance with veterinary regulations is difficult, creates dangerous situations in which uninspected livestock can become a source of infectious diseases.

The new legislation is aimed at curbing this practice and protecting public HEALTH. Tighter penalties should increase accountability for all parties involved, including fines and other sanctions for owners and carriers.

If adopted, the bill will lead to significant changes in veterinary control and livestock transportation, which should reduce the incidence of illegal transportation and improve overall veterinary awareness among citizens. At the same time, it is expected that the quality of products on the market will improve, positively impacting consumer health . The bill is scheduled to be ready by the end of 2025.