Require transfer of funds from county’s dog and kennel fund

HB 647 requires county auditors to transfer dog registration fees collected from residents of a municipality directly to that municipality if it employs its own dog wardens or related staff. This change ensures that local governments using their own employees to enforce dog control laws receive the revenue generated by residents living within their borders. The bill also clarifies the authority of counties, townships, and municipalities to adopt their own ordinances regarding dog ownership, restraint, and public safety. By shifting these funds from the county-level dog and kennel fund to the specific municipalities, the legislation aims to better align financial resources with the entities responsible for implementing local dog regulations.