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GA HB561
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/16/2016
Primary Sponsor
Joe Wilkinson
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AI Summary
- Designates the "adoptable dog" as the official Georgia state dog by adding new Code Section 50-3-87 to the state symbols article
- Defines "adoptable dog" as any dog in the custody of an animal shelter, humane society, or public or private animal refuge that is available for adoption by the general public
- Declares legislative findings that a majority of animals taken into shelters are euthanized and thousands of dogs and cats are currently available for adoption in Georgia
- Promotes responsible pet ownership, including spaying and neutering, to reduce the number of unwanted animals euthanized in the state
- Sponsored by Representatives Wilkinson (52nd), Benton (31st), Henson (86th), Cooper (43rd), McCall (33rd), and others
Legislative Description
Adoptable dog; official state dog; designate
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
2/17/2016
Full Bill Text
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