California 2023-2024 Regular Session

California Senate Bill SR94

Introduced
5/6/24  
Refer
5/6/24  
Refer
5/6/24  
Passed
5/28/24  

Caption

Relative to animals.

Impact

The resolution is a response to significant issues faced by shelters, including overcrowding exacerbated by factors such as housing restrictions and economic inflation that prevent many pet owners from providing necessary care. By designating a day for widespread adoption events, the resolution aims to address these challenges and facilitate the rehoming of shelter animals. The collaboration of CalAnimals, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is intended to mobilize community support for these animals during the event.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 94, introduced by Senator McGuire, proclaims June 1, 2024, as California Adopt-a-Pet Day, aiming to encourage the adoption of shelter animals across California. This resolution underscores California's commitment to ensuring that all healthy and adoptable animals in shelters can find loving homes. Notably, it acknowledges the growing challenges facing animal shelters in the state, particularly due to a shortage of veterinary professionals, which hampers access to essential veterinary services and contributes to increased animal intake in shelters.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR94 is positively framed, focusing on community involvement and animal welfare. There is a sense of urgency among animal welfare advocates regarding the need for collective efforts to improve shelter conditions and promote adoptions. The resolution has garnered support from various legislators, indicating a unified legislative commitment to enhancing animal welfare causes in California, highlighting the importance of community in addressing animal homelessness.

Contention

While the resolution itself is largely uncontroversial and positively received, the underlying issues it addresses—namely, the shortage of veterinary care and the increased intake at shelters—may provoke discussions regarding resource allocation for animal welfare. As stakeholders engage in the expanded campaign for adoptions, there may be debates about the most effective methods to handle the persistent challenges of shelter overcrowding and veterinary accessibility, suggesting an ongoing need for systemic changes in animal welfare policy.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA SCR42

Mother’s Day.

CA SCR134

Child Abuse Prevention Month.

CA SCR75

California Emergency Preparedness Month.

CA SR73

Relative to California Agriculture Day.

CA SR72

Relative to Maternal and Mental Health Awareness Month.

CA SR22

Relative to California Agriculture Day.

CA SCR97

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

CA SR99

Relative to the Fourth of July.

CA SR63

Relative to Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

CA SR89

Relative to Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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