DOG-CAT OVERPOP CONTROL ACT

Creates the Dog and Cat Overpopulation Control Act. Establishes the Dog and Cat Population Control Program to reduce the population of unwanted and stray dogs and cats by encouraging the owners of dogs and cats to have them sexually sterilized. Provides guidelines for participation in the Program by dog and cat owners and veterinarians. Grants rulemaking power to the Department of Agriculture. Provides that violation of any provision of this Act may result in an administrative fine not to exceed $1,000 for each violation. Creates the Dog and Cat Animal Population Control Fund. Provides that each county board shall, in addition to the individual animal and litter registration fee, impose a $2 dog and cat population control fee on each registered dog and cat beginning January 1, 2005. Preempts home rule powers. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Effective immediately.