The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6277, aims to amend current statutes regarding the treatment of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs by animal breeders and animal testing facilities. The bill mandates that any such facility that no longer requires these animals must offer them for release to a receiving agency for adoption or allow for private placement. This requirement is intended to ensure that these animals are given a chance for adoption rather than being euthanized.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the offer for release must remain open for a reasonable period, specifically up to four weeks, before any decision to euthanize the animals can be made. This change is designed to enhance the welfare of these animals and provide a structured process for their adoption, thereby reducing the number of animals that may otherwise be euthanized due to lack of options for rehoming.