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CT SB00053
Bill
Status
1/12/2023
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
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Licensed veterinarians may report suspected animal cruelty or neglect violations under section 53-247 of general statutes to the Commissioner of Agriculture or designee.
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Licensed veterinarians must report suspected cases of malicious and intentional maiming, mutilation, torturing, wounding, or killing of animals in violation of subsection (b) of section 53-247.
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Veterinarians who make reports or testify in judicial or administrative proceedings regarding animal condition or care may appear as witnesses.
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Veterinarians are granted immunity from criminal liability, civil liability, and professional disciplinary action for reporting or testifying under this section, with immunity for confidential information limited to releases to Superior Court, Department of Agriculture, animal control officers, state's attorneys, or law enforcement agencies.
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The act takes effect October 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring Veterinarians To Report Cases Of Suspected Aggravated Animal Cruelty And Authorizing The Reporting Of Suspected Animal Cruelty.
Last Action
Public Hearing 01/30
1/25/2023