SB 6436 - DIGEST

     Provides that no person may display or sponsor a display of wild or exotic animals within the state of Washington.

     Provides that a violation of this provision is a misdemeanor.

     Declares that the provisions of this act do not apply to the display of wild or exotic animals:  (1) At institutions accredited by the American zoo and aquarium association;

     (2) at institutions accredited by the association of sanctuaries;

     (3) on the premises of a television or movie studio setting where such animals are being kept temporarily for the purposes of film production; and

     (4) at nonaccredited permanent facilities in existence before January 1, 2000, that do not transport animals other than for veterinary care.