2021 House Bill 4703

Revise animal cruelty procedures

Introduced in the House

April 22, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Doug Wozniak (R-36)

To revise requirements and procedures for an animal control agency taking possession of an abused animal seized by police, and its ultimate disposition, including forfeiture and humane euthanization. Under this and House Bill 4704 the owner would be responsible for all related costs, including euthanization if ordered. The bills are intended to provide uniformity in several sections of state animal cruelty law.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

Oct. 26, 2021

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Nov. 10, 2021

Passed in the House 91 to 14 (details)

Received in the Senate

Nov. 30, 2021

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

June 15, 2022

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.