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HB26-1131

Custody of Pet Animals

Type Bill
Session 2026 Regular Session
Subjects
Courts & Judicial

Concerning the custody of pet animals.

Bill Summary:

     

The bill gives the courts authority to make determinations for the care and custody of pet animals in proceedings for dissolution of marriage and legal separation. The bill permits a court to issue an emergency protection order concerning the custody and care of a pet animal.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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Status

Under Consideration

Introduced

Under Consideration

Related Documents & Information

Date Version Documents
02/04/2026 Introduced PDF
Date Location Action
02/04/2026 House Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary

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