Colorado HB1229 recognizes the human-animal bond as a social determinant of health and authorizes funding for related programs.

Colorado HB1229 amends the definition of "social determinants of health" to include the human-animal bond, the mutually beneficial relationship between an individual and a pet. This change authorizes the health disparities and community grant program to allocate funds to programs supporting the human-animal bond. The bill does not mandate funding but provides the option for grants to be directed towards initiatives that recognize the positive impact of pets on human health and well-being.

Colorado HB1229 recognizes the human-animal bond as a social determinant of health and authorizes funding for related programs.

Colorado HB1229 amends the definition of "social determinants of health" to include the human-animal bond, the mutually beneficial relationship between an individual and a pet. This change authorizes the health disparities and community grant program to allocate funds to programs supporting the human-animal bond. The bill does not mandate funding but provides the option for grants to be directed towards initiatives that recognize the positive impact of pets on human health and well-being.