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Proposal for statewide Pet Animal Welfare (PAW) trust draws bipartisan testimony and community support
Summary
Supporters of House Bill 3871 told a House committee on March 17 that a new Pet Animal Welfare (PAW) trust could expand access to spay/neuter and basic veterinary services without relying on ongoing general-fund support.
Lawmakers on March 17 heard from supporters of House Bill 3871, which would establish a Pet Animal Welfare (PAW) trust to expand low-cost and free veterinary services and reduce shelter intake through prevention and spay/neuter services.
Representative David Gomberg described the issue as an “epidemic” of unsterilized and feral cat colonies and higher veterinary costs that drive owners to relinquish pets. He said the trust is intended not to rely on ongoing general-fund support but to mirror other Oregon trust models by raising foundation gifts and,…
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