Colorado Pet Registration Bill Withdrawn Amid Backlash

The proposed legislation faced intense opposition, including death threats against its sponsor, leading to its indefinite postponement.

Colorado House Bill 1163, proposing a pet registration system with fees up to $25, was indefinitely postponed due to strong opposition.
The bill's sponsor, Rep. Regina English, received death threats and faced significant backlash over the proposed fees.
A Change.org petition against the bill garnered over 450 signatures, highlighting widespread public dissent.
Critics argue the bill represents an unnecessary state intrusion into pet owners' lives, with many cities and counties already requiring pet registration.
The bill aimed to ensure pets have a designated caregiver in emergencies but was criticized for its broad definition of 'pet animal' and potential financial burden on owners.