HB4748 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

ANIMAL SHELTER PUBLIC VIEWING
Last Action
2/06/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Harry Benton
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
225 ILCS 605/3.6  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Animal Welfare Act. In provisions concerning the acceptance of stray dogs and cats, provides that an animal shelter shall allow access to the public to view the animals housed there, and access to in-person viewing of the animals at the animal shelter shall not be restricted, except during emergency circumstances. Provides that "access to the public" means in-person access for any member of the public to view any impounded animal that is housed at an animal shelter during the animal shelter's regular hours of operation.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/02/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Harry Benton
2/06/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/06/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee