In Committee
2026 Regular Session
SB300
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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.
Animals, Livestock, and PoultryCivil ActionsCivil ProcedureCrimes and PunishmentsCriminal ProcedureHorses and Horse RacingLocal MandatePeace Officers and Law EnforcementPets And Service AnimalsVeterinarians
Introduced: February 27, 2026
Last action: February 27, 2026
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Legislative History
Feb 27, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Feb 27, 2026 · Senate
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Primary Sponsor
Julie.Adams@kylegislature.gov
Co-sponsors (1)
Reginald.Thomas@kylegislature.gov
