In CommitteeFiled Apr 1, 2025
Sponsor: Stephen Ross (R)
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Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
Jun 16, 2026
Summary
The Duke's Rescue Act requires anyone who owns a dog or cat in North Carolina to provide adequate care, including proper shelter, sufficient space, daily feed, clean water, exercise and access to veterinary care. It lists specific definitions, limited exceptions for hunting and agricultural work, and sets misdemeanor penalties for violations. The law takes effect Dec. 1, 2025 and allows local governments to keep or adopt stricter rules.
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