Colorado Pet Registration Bill Withdrawn Amid Backlash

Overview

• 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.