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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CRAPTER4 ANIMALS <br /> Bill No. 144 seeks to add generally accepted apiary management standards that include: <br /> • Regular inspections of apiaries; <br /> • Maintenance of colonies in hives with removable frames; <br /> • Maintaining an adequate and accessible supply of fresh water; <br /> • Protection of hives from bright lights; <br /> • Proactive management of colonies to prevent swarming; <br /> • Requirements to mitigate pests; <br /> • Thoroughly clean reused hives and beekeeping equipment; <br /> • Support year-round bee activity by planting seasonal flowers and species suitable to the <br /> regional climate; <br /> • Requeen hives and colonies if aggressive behavior is observed; and <br /> • Be considerate of neighbors. <br />