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KS HB2297
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Agriculture and Natural Resources
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AI Summary
- Requires Kansas residents to obtain an annual permit from the animal health commissioner to legally possess a raccoon as a pet, with permits expiring January 31 each year
- Mandates rabies vaccinations, annual veterinary checkups, and completion of an educational program on raccoon care before permit issuance
- Prohibits breeding raccoons in captivity unless federally licensed by the USDA, and preempts local governments from enacting stricter raccoon ownership regulations than state law
- Establishes fee caps including $100 for initial applications, $250 for annual renewals, and $150 for inspections, with a $1,000 fine for violations resulting in raccoon seizure
- Authorizes annual premise inspections and requires rehoming through wildlife agencies or sanctuaries if owners are found unfit, with euthanasia permitted only when rehoming is impossible or the raccoon's health is critical
Legislative Description
Authorizing the animal health commissioner to issue permits for raccoon ownership and requiring vaccinations, annual check-ups, educational program completion and compliance with breeding restrictions.
Last Action
House Hearing: Monday, February 17, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 112-N
2/17/2025
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Natural Resources2/5/2025
Full Bill Text
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