(a) The Commissioner of Agriculture or his designated agents may inspect the premises where an equine is in isolation to confirm compliance with the provisions of § 22-415g and any relevant regulations adopted under § 22-415j.

(b) The Commissioner of Agriculture or his designated agents shall have access at reasonable times to any paddock, stable, or building used for equine purposes if the commissioner has reason to believe there is a violation of the provisions of sections 22-415a to 22-415j, inclusive, or the regulations adopted under § 22-415j.