IN HB1203

Research facilities in Indiana must establish adoption programs for dogs and cats no longer needed for research purposes, effective July 1, 2026

Retired animals must be offered to animal care facilities or individuals for permanent home placement, unless euthanasia is required for health, safety, or research reasons

The facility's attending veterinarian determines whether an animal is suitable for adoption

Research facilities may enter collaborative agreements with animal care facilities to coordinate adoptions

Facilities acting in good faith to transfer retired animals receive immunity from civil liability related to the transfer