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.

Summary

The bill stops homeowners and renters insurers from denying coverage because a policyholder owns a service or therapy dog. It also lets courts appoint advocates to protect companion animals in custody disputes, makes assault of a domestic animal a crime, and creates a task force to study animal‑abuse reporting and penalties. The measures affect insurers, pet owners, courts, and anyone charged with animal cruelty or assault.

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