Bill > HB0216

This bill establishes new regulations for euthanizing pets in Wyoming, specifically prohibiting animal control facilities from using gas chambers or other non-injection methods to put animals to death. The legislation defines key terms like "household pet" and "animal control facility" and mandates that euthanasia can only be performed through specific injection methods: intravenous, intraperitoneal, or intracardiac (with the last method only allowed if the animal is first rendered unconscious). Animal control facilities must develop a formal euthanasia policy, require staff to attend training on euthanasia procedures upon initial certification and every two years thereafter, and maintain records of such training. The bill creates legal penalties for violations, with first-time offenses punishable by up to six months in jail and/or a fine of $750, and subsequent offenses potentially resulting in up to six months in jail and/or a fine of $5,000. By specifically banning methods like high-altitude decompression chambers, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide, the bill aims to ensure more humane treatment of animals in shelters and control facilities. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving animal control facilities time to adapt to the new requirements.

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0216