GA HB75

Requires a court order before any government agency can euthanize an impounded domesticated animal whose owner has not relinquished ownership, with the judge required to find that euthanasia is the only reasonable course of action

Mandates government agencies immediately notify owners of any veterinarian recommendation to euthanize, with owners having 10 business days to request a hearing (or 30 days if served by publication)

Establishes government liability of up to $5,000 for death, loss, or injury to impounded domesticated animals resulting from failure to exercise due care, creating a limited waiver of sovereign immunity

Defines "domesticated animal" as dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, or other animals customarily kept as pets and maintained near the owner's household, excluding livestock

Becomes effective upon the Governor's approval and applies to animal impoundments occurring on or after that date