Kentucky HB246 mandates training for animal control officers on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect.
Kentucky HB246 establishes a requirement for animal control officers to undergo comprehensive training on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect. The training must be completed within 120 days of employment or appointment and covers the correlation between animal abuse and interpersonal violence. The Act, known as Kyan's Law, mandates all animal control officers to complete the training by January 31, 2027.
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