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HB 25-1299

Animal Protection Fund Voluntary Contribution

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ryan Armagost and 16 co-sponsors

HB 25-1299: Animal Protection Fund Voluntary Contribution OverviewBill Number: HB 25-1299 Title: Animal Protection Fund Voluntary Contribution Status: Governor Signed Introduced

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Bill Summary · HB 25-1299

HB 25-1299: Animal Protection Fund Voluntary Contribution

Overview

Bill Number: HB 25-1299
Title: Animal Protection Fund Voluntary Contribution
Status: Governor Signed
Introduced: March 10, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HB 25-1299 is to establish a voluntary contribution program that allows taxpayers to donate a portion of their state income tax refund to the Animal Protection Fund. This fund supports initiatives aimed at protecting and caring for animals across the state, including animal shelters, rescue organizations, and wildlife conservation efforts.

Key Provisions

  • Creates a new line item on state income tax forms allowing taxpayers to voluntarily contribute a portion of their refund to the Animal Protection Fund
  • Directs all contributions to the Animal Protection Fund, to be administered by the Department of Agriculture
  • Requires the Department of Agriculture to use the funds for grants and programs that support animal welfare, including:
    • Funding for animal shelters and rescue organizations
    • Spay/neuter services and pet adoption initiatives
    • Wildlife rehabilitation and conservation efforts
    • Public education campaigns on responsible pet ownership

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Taxpayers will have the option to contribute a portion of their state income tax refund to the Animal Protection Fund
  • Animal shelters, rescue organizations, and wildlife conservation groups will be eligible to apply for grants from the fund to support their work
  • The general public will benefit from increased resources and services for animal welfare in the state

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HB 25-1299 was signed into law by the Governor on May 1, 2025. The voluntary contribution program will take effect starting with the 2026 tax year, allowing taxpayers to begin donating a portion of their refunds to the Animal Protection Fund. The Department of Agriculture will be responsible for administering the fund and distributing grants on an annual basis.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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