Connecticut · 2026
HB 5264
AN ACT CONCERNING SERVICE ANIMALS IN INSURANCE UNDERWRITING, THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ADVOCATE IN PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING THE WELFARE OR CUSTODY OF COMPANION ANIMALS, ASSAULT OF A DOMESTIC ANIMAL AND ESTABLISHING AN ANIMAL ABUSE TASK FORCE.
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Summary AI-generated
Connecticut HB 5264 addresses service animals in insurance underwriting and the appointment of an advocate in proceedings concerning the welfare or custody of companion animals. The bill also covers the assault of a domestic animal and establishes an animal abuse task force.
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Sponsors
- Anne Hughes Democratic lead
- Cara Pavalock-D'Amato Republican lead
- Hector Arzeno Democratic lead
- Kerry Wood Democratic lead
- Michael Quinn Democratic/Working Families lead
- Savet Constantine Democratic lead
- Seth Bronko Republican lead
- Steve Meskers Democratic lead