SB00318

An Act Concerning Animal Welfare.

Complete·6/4/26

Connecticut SB00318 establishes a program to assist domestic violence victims in placing their companion animals with rescue organizations.

Connecticut SB00318, passed in 2026, creates a program to help domestic violence victims place their companion animals with rescue organizations. The State Veterinarian will identify contact persons accessible by phone, text, or email to assist victims. These contacts will coordinate with animal rescue organizations, dog pounds, and regional animal control facilities to provide 24-hour placement services. The bill also mandates the creation of a working group to study and recommend ways to stabilize funding for this program.

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Roll Call Votes

150 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

12:00 AM

Environment Public Hearing

History

Jun 4

Senate

Signed by the Governor

May 27

Senate

Transmitted to the Secretary of State

May 27

Senate

Transmitted by Secretary of the State to Governor