CA AB2265

Changes state policy to allow animals to be adopted or released to qualified nonprofit rescue organizations instead of euthanized, unless the animal is irremediably suffering, vicious, or a newborn without maternal care.

Requires public animal shelters and contracted private entities to post a daily list of dogs and cats scheduled for euthanasia on their public website or social media 24-72 hours before euthanasia, and post physical notices (8.5" x 11" with 72-point font) on kennels, with contact information for rescue and adoption.

Exempts shelters without internet or social media from posting online lists, and allows shelters to post for less than 24 hours if they determine it is in the animal's best interest.

Defines "Hayden's Law" to collectively reference existing animal welfare provisions and requires public shelters to notify their funding city or county body and schedule a public hearing within 60 days before adopting any policy that conflicts with these provisions.

Clarifies that violations of the posting requirements are not misdemeanors and that this act applies to all California cities, including charter cities.