Washington Overview – 2024 Session
WASHINGTON
Legislative Overview – 2023-24 Session
(Adjourned on March 7, 2024)
10 pet related items were proposed during the 2023-24 legislative session, 4 of which were designated as priority by the Pet Advocacy Network.
Final Disposition of Priority ISSUES:
| BILL # | SUMMARY | FINAL DISPOSITION |
| HB 1157/SB 5148 | “Wild or Exotic Animal Protection Act”: Amends Title 16 (Animals & Livestock) of the Revised Code of Washington by adding a new chapter prohibiting the display of wild or exotic animals for public entertainment or amusement. | DIED IN COMMITTEE |
| HB 1424 | Statewide Pet Sale Ban Amendment/Pet Financing Restrictions: Amends Title 16 (Animals & Livestock), Chapter 16.52 (Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), Section 16.52.360 (Retail Pet Store-Sale of Dog or Cat) and Title 63 (Personal Property), Section 63.10 (Consumer Leases) of the Revised Code of Washington to: (1) Allow a retail pet store that was in business prior to July 25, 2021, to sell dogs if the retail pet store meets certain requirements; and (2) Prohibit certain financing for the purchase of a dog or a cat. | ENACTED |
| HB 2403 | Kennel Fire Safety Standards: Amends Title 19 (Business Regulations – Miscellaneous), Chapter 19.27 (Building Code) of the Revised Code of Washington by adding a new section requiring kennels to meet certain fire safety standards. | DIED IN COMMITTEE |
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