Committee hears extensive testimony on mandatory cat sterilization bill; decision deferred
HB1736, which would create a spay/neuter special fund and require sterilization of cats over five months, drew hundreds of written submissions and contrasting testimony from conservation, animal‑welfare and breeder representatives; the committee deferred decision making for more work.
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HB1736, a proposal to create a spay and neuter special fund and mandate sterilization of cats older than five months (with limited exceptions), drew lengthy and often divided testimony at the AEN/HOU joint hearing.
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