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CT SB00314

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commissioner of Agriculture must examine the need to establish standards for breeders of companion animals used in medical research in Connecticut

  • Examination must include assessing whether to prohibit hospitals, educational institutions, and licensed laboratories from purchasing companion animals from breeders that have violated USDA pet dealer regulations

  • Report with legislative recommendations due to the General Assembly's Environment Committee by January 15, 2027

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Protection Of Animals Used In Certain Research.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/04

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment2/26/2026

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