relative to the liability for death of a companion animal.

Summary

The bill would let a companion‑animal owner recover up to $5,000 in non‑economic damages if someone intentionally or negligently causes the pet’s death, provided the negligent act occurs on the owner’s property while the animal is under control. It excludes government or nonprofit agencies acting for public health, veterinarians sued for professional negligence, and dogs killed under other statutes. The measure failed to advance.

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