SB 124 — AN ACT relating to animal care.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 124 do?

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 525 to define terms; require peace officers and animal control officers to serve notice of seizure of an animal subjected to cruelty; create procedure for seizing agencies to petition a court to order owner to pay cost of care for a seized animal; establish penalties; amend KRS 258.215 to require owners to be responsible for cost of care of an impounded animal; repeal, reenact, and amend KRS 258.117 to reduce the number of board appointees from each nominating organization from two to one; add one member to be selected from a list submitted by Kentucky Animal Action; add a member from a list submitted by the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association representing registered nonprofit organizations whose missions prioritize spay and neuter advocacy for companion animals to the Animal Control Advisory Board; provide that on the effective date of the Act, the Animal Control Advisory Board shall be dissolved and reconstituted and all new members be appointed; provide for the staggering of initial appointments.

What is the current status of SB 124?

This bill died with 2025 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

Where can I track SB 124?

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