They opted instead for a new rule seeking humane treatment during roundups, according to a report dated October 19 by the Pahrump Valley Times.
An outright ban would be a serious affront to those associated with animal agriculture, which the commissioners promote as a key part of the local economy.
A markup of the proposed rule describes it as NYE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 599.
The article said the motion passed unanimously, with an effective date of October 30, but it has not been posted to the county’s ordinance page as of this morning.
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