Gov. Maura T. Healey late last week filled out the membership of the State Ballot Law Commission, adding two private sector lobbyists to the panel that could rule on challenges to ballot access ahead of this fall's elections.
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. California – HR 61 is a resolution that declares the Assembly’s intention to only support “sensible and humane therapeutic veterinary procedures for companion animals.” As defined, this could mean the Assembly opposes such procedures as ear cropping, tail […]
Jul 09, 2021 | 15 Minutes
State Issues: News from the State Capitols
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking.
California – AB 468 would further clarify the difference between trained service dogs and emotional support animals, and particularly emphasizes that emotional support animals should not be granted the same privileges and access. The bill is being considered by the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday, July 12. Read more
Colorado – A proposed 2022 ballot referendum would have amended current animal cruelty laws and no longer allow certain humane animal husbandry practices, including artificial insemination. On June 21, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that the referendum violated the state constitution because it contained more than one subject. As such, supporters may no longer collect signatures and the initiative cannot move forward. Read AKC’s update for more information.