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CT HB06218

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person convicted of animal abuse or neglect under Connecticut law from serving as an animal control officer or regional animal control officer
  • Disqualification also applies to those who enter a nolo contendere plea or plea bargain on animal abuse or neglect charges
  • Requires animal control officers convicted of such charges to be placed on unpaid administrative leave until all appeals are exhausted
  • Effective date: October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Qualifications For Employment As An Animal Control Officer.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/24

3/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Environment1/23/2025

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