SB 1067 Summary

• Establishes a joint study committee on statewide animal control standards with 15 members including state legislators, county animal control directors, humane organization representatives, and a veterinary faculty member.

• Committee must research and report on the need for statewide consistency of animal control standards, with findings and recommendations due to the governor and legislature by December 31, 2023.

• Committee members represent Maricopa County, Pima County, smaller counties with populations under 800,000, and humane organizations, with appointments split between senate and house leadership.

• Committee may meet virtually and use legislative staff for administrative support; state agencies and political subdivisions must provide services and resources without cost to the committee.

• Committee authority expires June 30, 2024.