AN ACT CONCERNING THE CARE OF PETS SOLD IN PET STORES.
HB 5909 creates a task force to study whether pets sold in Connecticut pet stores require new care standards. The bill directs the task force to examine current pet care practices in stores but does not establish any new rules or requirements. This is a preliminary research step - no immediate changes to pet store operations are mandated. The study aims to determine if future legislation would be needed to improve animal welfare in retail settings.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2025
Last action Jan 22, 2025
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REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Environment
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Christie Carpino
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