Connecticut Senate Bill SB00593

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/25/19
• Refer: 1/25/19

Caption

An Act Concerning The Definition Of Commercial Kennel.

Impact

The bill aims to exempt certain places from the definition of a commercial kennel, which could lead to changes in how businesses that board or groom animals are registered and regulated by the Department of Agriculture. This may reduce the regulatory burdens on smaller operations or those that do not meet the threshold of boarding or grooming five or more animals, thereby promoting economic activity in this sector.

Summary

SB00593 seeks to amend the existing definition of 'commercial kennel' as stated in section 22-327 of the general statutes. This proposed bill defines a commercial kennel as a facility that boards or grooms five or more dogs or cats, while also including veterinary hospitals that perform these activities for nonmedical purposes. The intent behind this legislation is to clarify and potentially simplify the regulatory framework surrounding such facilities.

Contention

Debate around SB00593 may center on the implications of redefining a commercial kennel. Proponents may argue that the revision will alleviate regulatory pressures on small businesses, enabling them to operate without the heavy burdens typically associated with larger commercial kennels. Conversely, opponents could argue that such exemptions might lead to inconsistent animal care standards and leave gaps in oversight that could endanger animal welfare.