No person may import into the State cattle for breeding or show purposes, unless the cattle are accompanied by a certificate from a certified inspector in the state of origin, certifying that the cattle have been examined, tested as required by the Secretary, and are free from disease. Cattle may not be imported unless the Secretary approves the certificate. This section does not apply to cattle brought into the State for immediate slaughter.

Added by Acts 1973, 1st Sp. Sess., c. 6, § 1.

Formerly Art. 66C, § 445.