§ 2-1603. Fees on dog and cat food [Subtitle subject to abrogation].

   (a) In general. --

   (1) In accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Secretary shall establish a fee on each brand name or product name of commercial feed that is:

      (i) Prepared and distributed for consumption by a dog or cat; and

      (ii) Registered in the State under § 6-107 of this article.

   (2) The fee established under this subsection is:

      (i) From October 1, 2013, through September 30, 2014, inclusive, $ 50;

      (ii) From October 1, 2014, through September 30, 2015, inclusive, $ 75; and

      (iii) After September 30, 2015, $ 100.

(b) Who pays fee. -- The fee established under subsection (a) of this section shall be paid by the person registering the commercial feed in accordance with the collection and reporting guidelines established by the Department by regulation.

(c) Use of fees. -- Any fee collected under this section shall be paid into the Fund.

HISTORY: 2013, chs. 561, 562.