Bill
SD 817
Overview: SD 817, "An Act to maintain stable housing for families with pets", is a proposed bill introduced on November 29, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address the ch
Overview: SD 817, "An Act to maintain stable housing for families with pets", is a proposed bill introduced on November 29, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address the challenge of housing instability faced by families with pets, which can lead to the surrender or abandonment of animals. The legislation seeks to promote pet-friendly housing policies and prevent discrimination against families with pets in the rental market.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to families with pets or imposing unreasonable pet-related fees or deposits
- Requires landlords to provide reasonable accommodations for assistance animals, such as service or emotional support animals
- Establishes a state-funded grant program to help landlords offset the costs of pet-related damages or cleaning
- Mandates the creation of a public database of pet-friendly rental properties
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit families with pets by improving their access to stable and affordable housing. It could also have positive impacts on animal welfare by reducing the number of pets surrendered or abandoned due to housing challenges.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As a proposed bill, SD 817 would need to progress through the standard legislative process, including committee hearings and votes in both chambers of the state legislature, before potentially being signed into law by the governor.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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