SB 619 (2026)
Add court procedures to release animals taken into custody due to allegations of animal cruelty
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Last updated 2026-05-01 9:36 am
Summary:
Establishes procedures for court hearings and the process to release animal confiscated due to allegations of animal cruelty. For example, as introduced this bill specified that the court can require the owner of the animal to post a $1,000 bond for each animal in custody; however, the House removed this bond requirement.
Status:
Public Hearing Date:
03/25/2026 10:00 am
Public Hearing Location:
GP Room 230
House Voting Date:
04/23/2026
Senate Voting Date:
03/05/2026
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