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AL HB134
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2020
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Sorrell
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 13A-11-240 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to add a specific definition of "shelter" for animal cruelty laws.
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Defines shelter as a measure protecting a dog or cat regularly maintained outdoors from the elements, including heat, cold, wind, and water.
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Requires the shelter to have a roof, sides, and be sized to allow the animal to enter, turn around, and lie down.
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Becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.
Legislative Description
Animals, cruelty to dogs and cats, shelter defined, Sec. 13A-11-240 am'd.
Animals
Last Action
Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Agriculture and Forestry
2/4/2020
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Forestry2/4/2020
Full Bill Text
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