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CT HB06591
Bill
Status
6/14/2013
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires all euthanization of cats and dogs to be performed by a licensed veterinarian in a humane manner
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Exempts killing of cats or dogs actively attacking a person or animal where a reasonable person would consider the attack life-threatening or likely to cause serious physical injury
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Exempts farm animals, livestock, law enforcement euthanization, dog euthanization under section 22-332b, and animals in facilities regulated by the National Institutes of Health
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Violations subject to fines up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment up to one year
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Provides defense to prosecution if person euthanized an animal with life-threatening injury or condition to prevent further suffering
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring The Euthanization Of Any Cat Or Dog To Be Performed By A Licensed Veterinarian In Certain Circumstances.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
7/2/2013