The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6520, seeks to amend section 22-338 of the general statutes regarding dog licensing. The key change introduced by this bill is the requirement that any dog aged six months or older must be licensed every three years, rather than annually, at the town clerk's office in the town where the dog is kept.
The purpose of this amendment is to alleviate the administrative burdens faced by municipalities in the annual issuance of dog licenses, streamlining the process for both dog owners and local government offices. By shifting to a three-year licensing period, the bill aims to reduce the frequency of renewals and the associated workload for town clerks.