Senate Bill No. 296, Public Act No. 24-105, establishes a task force to study the enforcement of provisions concerning roaming livestock, specifically swine and bovines, to prevent undesired interactions. The task force will consist of members appointed by various legislative leaders and the Commissioner of Agriculture or their designee. The task force is required to submit a report on its findings and recommendations by January 1, 2025, and will terminate upon submission of the report or on that date, whichever is later.

The bill also amends Section 22-364 of the general statutes, with the insertion of new legal language that grants animal control officers or regional animal control officers the authority to seek enforcement orders, including injunctions, from the superior court for violations related to roaming livestock. Additionally, the bill substitutes Section 47-43 of the general statutes to mandate that proprietors of lands make and maintain sufficient fences to contain their livestock and prevent them from roaming at large. The specific requirements for what constitutes a sufficient fence in different areas are detailed, including the height and type of materials that can be used.

Statutes affected:
Public Act No. 24-105: 47-43