Colorado Animal Legislation
We will have links and information about Colorado Legislation affecting Colorado Animals here (mostly it will be about pets).
Support the Colorado Pet Overpopulation Fund and Community Cat Act
Adopt a Shelter Pet Account Community Cats
Concerning a program for the care of community cats.
The Colorado Pet Overpopulation Fund (CPOF) is a powerful resource for rescues and shelters, raising nearly $1 million dollars annually. Where is the money going?
This Colorado House Bill, HB25-1137 focuses on supporting rural Colorado, community cats, transparency and accountability for the allocation of funds for the Pet Overpopulation Authority and Fund. The bill mandates transparency in grant allocation, with public disclosure of grantee names, amounts, and board members on the fund's website.
Key provisions include allocating at least 10% of the annual grants for trap-neuter-return programs and 70% rural animal welfare facilities. The bill also details how these grants can be spent. Additionally, the bill emphasizes a non-biased approach towards recipients of the funds..
Contact your House representative or Senator today and let them know they should support the bill!
Contact your rep and tell them to support the Colorado Pet Overpopulation Fund and Community Cat Act. You can find your rep here
Support the Bill
This can only succeed with the voices of the communities that will benefit from improving the governance and use of the Pet Overpopulation Fund. Add your name now!
If you want to do more, make sure to add that you want to volunteer to work on this bill (Letter writing, calls to representatives, etc.)
Why This Bill Matters
More Funding for Spay/Neuter and TNR: The bill guarantees that a significant portion of the CPOF budget goes directly to spay/neuter programs and Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) initiatives, which are proven to reduce pet overpopulation and improve community cat welfare.
Support for Rural Colorado: The bill prioritizes funding for rural animal welfare organizations, ensuring that underserved communities have the resources to care for their animals.
Increased Transparency and Accountability: By requiring the CPOF to publicly disclose grant recipients, amounts, and board members, the bill promotes accountability and ensures that funds are used responsibly.
Join Us in Creating a Better Future for Colorado's PetsShow your support for this important legislation! Contact your state representative and urge them to vote YES on the Colorado Pet Overpopulation Fund & Community Cat Care Act. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of countless animals across our state.
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This Colorado House Bill focuses on the care of community cats and the allocation of funds for trap-neuter-return programs. It proposes amending the Pet Overpopulation Authority and Fund to include representatives from No Kill Colorado and spay/neuter organizations. The bill also mandates transparency in grant allocation, with public disclosure of grantee names, amounts, and board members on the fund's website.
