1. (a) Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit the board from exercising its statutory powers and duties conferred under IC 15-17-3 .

2. (b) The board may inspect and audit any:

   1. (1) commercial dog breeder;
   2. (2) commercial dog broker;
   3. (3) retail pet store;
   4. (4) animal care facility; or

   5. (5) animal rescue operation;

      that the board has reason to believe violates this article, or has reason to believe that a higher frequency of inspections is necessary for a high risk entity.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.31.