1. (1) The carcasses of animals which have died of anthrax may not be skinned or opened, except when considered necessary by a deputy state veterinarian in order to make a definite diagnosis.
2. (2) Carcasses and hides of animals that have died of anthrax must be completely burned, covered with a disinfectant approved by the state veterinarian, and buried 6 feet deep from the tip of the carcass, or sterilized in a licensed rendering plant under the immediate supervision of a deputy state veterinarian.

3. (3) If it is necessary to move the carcass of an animal that has died of anthrax:

   1. (a) The carcass must only be moved the minimum distance necessary for burning or burial; or
   2. (b) Carcasses may be moved in an approved licensed rendering plant truck by written permission from and under the supervision of a deputy state veterinarian.

Authorizing statute(s): 81-2-102, 81-2-103, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 81-2-102, 81-2-103, 81-2-108, MCA

History: Eff. 12/31/72; AMD, 2014 MAR p. 2955, Eff. 12/12/14.