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S 6387

Provides for tax credit for the adoption of pets from animal shelter

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Harckham

Establishes a state tax credit to reduce the after-tax cost of adopting a shelter pet, aiming to boost adoptions and support shelters and adopters.

REFERRED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE
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Bill Summary · S 6387

Summary: S 6387 — Tax credit for pet adoption from animal shelters

Overview

S 6387 proposes a state tax credit for individuals who adopt a pet from an animal shelter. The bill aims to promote shelter pet adoptions and support pet welfare. It was introduced on March 13, 2025, and has been referred to the Budget and Revenue committee for consideration of fiscal and revenue implications. The primary sponsor is Pete Harckham.

What the bill would do (as currently described)

  • Establish a state tax credit tied to adopting a pet from an animal shelter.
  • The bill’s general intent is to reduce the after-tax cost of adopting and to incentivize shelter adoptions.

Note: The provided information does not include the text of the bill, so specific provisions are not disclosed. Important details typically contained in the text (and not publicly listed here) would include:
- Credit amount (per adoption or per pet)
- Eligible adopters (individuals, married couples, households, etc.)
- Eligible pets (dogs, cats, or other animals)
- Documentation requirements (shelter confirmation, adoption agreement, receipts, etc.)
- Whether the credit is refundable or nonrefundable
- Any income limits, caps, or phaseouts
- Carryover provisions or timing (which tax years apply)
- Sunset date or permanence of the credit
- Interaction with other credits or tax provisions
- Administrative agency responsible for implementation (often the state Department of Revenue)

Who would be affected

  • Individuals and households that adopt a pet from an animal shelter, potentially reducing their net tax liability.
  • Animal shelters and rescue organizations may experience indirect benefits if the credit increases adoption rates.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: March 13, 2025
  • Status: Referred to Budget and Revenue (on March 13, 2025). The committee will review potential fiscal impacts and revenue implications before any further legislative action.
  • Related actions: Several related or companion bills exist in prior sessions (e.g., A 2660, A 8730, A 3264, S 8191), indicating ongoing legislative interest in pet adoption tax incentives.

Related bills

  • A 8730 (prior-session)
  • A 3264 (prior-session)
  • S 8191 (prior-session)
  • A 2660 (companion) — listed as companion in two entries

Key takeaways

  • The bill seeks a tax incentive to encourage shelter pet adoptions.
  • The exact design and fiscal impact await the full bill text and committee analysis.
  • If enacted, the credit would undergo standard administrative and fiscal review by the Budget and Revenue committee.

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

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