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IL HB2410
Bill
Status
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Hernandez
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AI Summary
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Prohibits euthanization of dogs, cats, and other pets in Illinois animal shelters unless the animal has health problems, attitude issues, or displays aggressiveness
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Amends three existing laws: the Animal Welfare Act, the Humane Care for Animals Act, and the Humane Euthanasia in Animal Shelters Act to implement the restrictions
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Redefines "humanely euthanized" to exclude euthanization of shelter pets for reasons other than the specified health, attitude, or aggression criteria
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Eliminates euthanasia for reasons such as shelter overcrowding, length of stay, or lack of adoption interest
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Effective January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
PET SHELTER EUTHANASIA BAN
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
3/21/2025