Trooper's Law — Abandoning Restrained Dogs During Natural Disasters (S0150)

• Officially cited as "Trooper's Law," amending Florida Statute 828.13 on animal confinement and abandonment
• Defines "natural disaster" as a situation where a hurricane, tropical storm, or tornado warning has been issued by the National Weather Service, or where a mandatory or voluntary evacuation order is in effect for a municipality or county
• Defines "restrain" as attaching a dog to a stationary object or trolley system by chain, rope, tether, leash, cable, or other device
• Makes it a third-degree felony to restrain a dog outside during a natural disaster and thereafter abandon the dog, punishable under s. 775.082 or by a fine of up to $10,000, or both
• Takes effect October 1, 2025