AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 16 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO ANIMAL SHELTER OPERATION.

Summary

The bill updates Delaware’s animal shelter laws by defining animal rescue groups, setting licensing rules, inspection requirements, and penalties for shelters that operate without a license. It also establishes a minimum three‑day holding period for stray animals and creates a registry of adoption organizations. The changes aim to improve animal welfare and oversight.

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