Or. Admin. R. 603-011-5007

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

Section 603-011-5007 - [Effective until 10/12/2024] Import Requirements - Bovine Associated Influenza A Syndrome

In addition to the requirements of OAR 603-011-1100 and any other import requirements, the following shall apply to the importation of cattle:

(1) The definitions in OAR 603-011-1000 and the following definitions apply to this rule:

(a) "Bovine Associated Influenza A Syndrome" means the viral infection in cattle caused by the Highly Pathogenic Strain of Avian Influenza H5N1, resulting in clinical signs including decreased milk production; reduced appetite; thickened, discolored milk; lethargy; fever; and/or dehydration.

(b) "Exposed cattle" means any cattle that have been on the same premises as infected cattle or a suspected case.

(c) "Infected cattle" means any cattle testing positive for Bovine Associated Influenza A Syndrome.

(d) "Suspected case" means a cow exhibiting clinical signs of Bovine Associated Influenza A Syndrome.

(2) No exposed cattle, infected cattle, or suspected case may be imported into Oregon.

(3) Non-lactating dairy cattle that are not exposed cattle, infected cattle, or a suspected case, but that originate from a state with a suspected case or infected cattle, must be accompanied by:

(a) A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection that was completed no more than 7 days prior to importation into Oregon; and

(b) A valid import permit issued by the Department pursuant to OAR 603-011-1100(5).

(4) Lactating dairy cattle that are not exposed cattle, infected cattle, or a suspected case, but that originate from a state with a suspected case or infected cattle, must be accompanied by:

(a) A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection that was completed no more than 7 days prior to importation into Oregon;

(b) A valid import permit issued by the Department pursuant to OAR 603-011-1100(5); and

(c) Negative test results from an individual or laboratory-pooled PCR test for influenza A virus, performed by a USDA-approved laboratory, on milk samples collected no more than 7 days prior to importation into Oregon.

Or. Admin. R. 603-011-5007

DOA 2-2024, temporary adopt filed 04/16/2024, effective 4/16/2024 through 10/12/2024

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 561.190 & 596.341

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 561.190, 596.341, ORS 596.020, 596.351 & 596.355