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VT H0841

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chea Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes or modifies procedures for animal welfare enforcement, including requirements for animal control officers and shelters in handling stray, abandoned, or neglected animals

  • Updates holding periods and notification requirements before animals can be adopted, transferred to rescue organizations, or euthanized

  • Clarifies legal definitions and standards for animal cruelty, neglect, or abuse cases within the state

  • Addresses licensing, vaccination, or registration requirements for domestic animals such as dogs and cats

  • May include provisions for cost recovery, fines, or penalties related to animal welfare violations

Legislative Description

An act relating to miscellaneous animal welfare procedures

Last Action

Committee on Judiciary relieved; bill committed to Committee on Government Operations on motion of Senator Hashim

4/1/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Operations4/1/2026
Judiciary3/19/2026
Ways and Means2/26/2026
Government Operations and Military Affairs2/3/2026
Judiciary1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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