AN ACT relating to stray equines.

Amend KRS 259.120 to allow the county judge/executive to contract for the performance of specific duties required to be performed when an equine is subject to being taken up by a person or organization that provides animal sheltering services; require the contract to be approved by the county fiscal court; establish immunity from criminal and civil liability.

Courts, Fiscal Agriculture Animals, Livestock, and Poultry Horses and Horse Racing

Introduced: February 11, 2025

Last action: March 27, 2025

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This bill updates Kentucky law on how counties handle stray horses and other equines. It would allow county judge/executives to hire outside persons or organizations that provide animal sheltering services to carry out required duties when a stray equine is picked up, with that contract needing approval from the county fiscal court. It also protects those contracted parties from criminal and civil liability when performing these duties. Who it may affect: county governments, animal sheltering organizations, and equine owners across Kentucky.

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