Reily Goyne

Neonate Bill Delayed, but Still Very Much Alive! One More Chance for Neonate Bill ! The Kansas Legislature adjourned on Friday without passing a conference committee report (CCR) that included SB 344 , the bill that would allow shelters to place neonates in foster homes during the stray hold period. We cannot let this fail! Before lawmakers return for the veto session on Thursday, April 9 , they must hear from their constituents that SB 344 must pass. TAKE ACTION NOW! Legislators are...

Neonate Bill Delayed, but Still Very Much Alive! Your Advocacy Made a Difference! S B 344 was set for debate on Thursday, March 19, with strong support lined up from several legislators. However, the House adjourned unexpectedly before finishing the calendar, and the bill did not receive a vote. While SB 344 is technically “dead,” its provisions are very much alive, and there is still a clear path forward. Our work is far from over. Kansas Pet Advocates is actively working to have the...

Neonate Foster Care Bill Passes House Committee! The House Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources amended and passed out SB 344 on Tuesday, March 10 ( watch here ). SB 344 allows shelters to place stray neonates in foster homes during the three-day stray-hold period, and to post photos at the shelter and online (if the shelter has a website) during the hold period. After last week’s hearing, KPA learned that a representative was considering an amendment requiring the Animal...