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2006 SESSION
HB 1532 Companion animals; abandonment, disposal, etc. thereof considered misdemeanor.
Introduced by: James M. Shuler | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Abandonment of companion animals. Prohibits the abandonment, disposal, or dumping of companion animals. The catch and release of feral cats for purpose of neutering is exempt. A violation is a Class 1 misdemeanor; penalty.
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HISTORY
- 01/20/06 House: Presented and ordered printed 063817208
- 01/20/06 House: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
- 02/15/06 House: Left in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources