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HB 1802 Companion animals; prohibits tethering of animals outdoors unless owner is outdoors.

Introduced by: John J. Bell | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Care of companion animals; tethering; penalty. Prohibits tethering of companion animals outdoors unless the owner is outdoors within sight of the animal. A violation of this prohibition is a Class 4 misdemeanor and a second or subsequent violation is a Class 3 misdemeanor.


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