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Introduced
11/18/2019
11/18/2019
In Committee
12/03/2019
12/03/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2020
03/14/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to lost or stray dogs and cats; 2 amending s. 823.151, F.S.; providing legislative 3 intent; requiring certain animal organizations to 4 adopt certain policies and procedures to achieve 5 specified goals; authorizing such organizations to 6 implant dogs and cats with radio frequency 7 identification devices; allowing such organizations to 8 verify pet ownership; providing an effective date. 9
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida's existing law on lost or stray dogs and cats. It establishes legislative intent and requires animal shelters, humane organizations, and animal control agencies to adopt policies and procedures to quickly and reliably return lost pets to their owners. This includes measures like screening for identification, notifying owners, and providing public notice. The bill also sets goals for these organizations to ensure lost, stray, or homeless animals have a safe place to go, make healthy animals available for adoption, and make appropriate euthanasia decisions. Additionally, the bill allows these organizations to implant pets with radio frequency identification devices and verify pet ownership using that information.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in Business and Professions Subcommittee (on 03/14/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/685 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/685/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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