HB 3887

Abstract

Amends the Humane Care for Animals Act. Provides that euthanasia by carbon monoxide is prohibited unless performed by a licensed veterinarian and that use of a decompression chamber or carbon dioxide is prohibited. Provides criminal penalties for violations. Sets forth requirements for a veterinarian to be eligible for the exemption, including the requirement that only one companion animal may be euthanized at a time. Amends the Humane Euthanasia in Animal Shelters Act. Contains provisions concerning renewal of a euthanasia technician certificate and continuing education; restrictions on issuing certificates because of felony convictions; euthanasia methods; refusal to renew and revocation of euthanasia technician and euthanasia agency certification; exemptions from certification; and criminal penalties. Provides that a licensed veterinarian may euthanize companion animals in an animal shelter or animal control facility by the use of carbon monoxide if the veterinarian complies with the requirements set forth in the Humane Care for Animals Act for euthanasia by that method. Repeals a provision that provided for different criminal penalties.