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CO SB167

Bill

Status

Passed

5/2/2022

Primary Sponsor

Joann Ginal

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the exemption for racing greyhounds from the "Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act" in Colorado Revised Statutes Article 80
  • Redefines "dog breeder" and "large scale operation dog breeder" to include racing greyhounds that are not intended to be companion pets
  • Repeals section 35-80-103(2)(e) which previously exempted kennels operated for breeding or sale of racing greyhounds from the act's provisions
  • Makes certain unlawful acts provisions in section 35-80-108(1) applicable to all persons and entities, including those previously exempted under the greyhound exemption
  • Effective date is 12:01 a.m. on the day following the 90-day period after final adjournment of the general assembly, or if a referendum petition is filed, the date of voter approval at the November 2022 general election

Legislative Description

Affirm Greyhounds As Companion Pets

Last Action

Governor Signed

5/2/2022

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Livestock, & Water4/5/2022
Agriculture and Natural Resources3/21/2022

Full Bill Text

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