The proposed bill establishes the Office of Animal Protection within the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension of the Department of Public Safety, outlining its powers and duties aimed at preventing animal cruelty and enhancing animal protection. Key responsibilities of the office include promoting a comprehensive approach to animal welfare, fostering partnerships with criminal justice entities, providing training and resources, and conducting research on animal cruelty. The bill also mandates the creation of an advisory committee to assist the office in its mission, ensuring that members possess relevant expertise in animal law and cruelty prevention.

Additionally, the bill introduces the Animal Protection Account, which will receive funds from various sources to support the office's initiatives. It allows the director to accept grants and contributions, and to make grants to state and local governments and nonprofit organizations for animal protection efforts. An appropriation from the general fund is also included to support the establishment and operation of the Office of Animal Protection in fiscal year 2025.