HB 4265: Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration forms and tags for registration, taxation, and control of dogs.
HB 4265 status: Introduced — Chapter 220, Acts, Regular Session, 2026 (updated Jun 29, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill would allow the Department of Agriculture to update the rules for dog tags, dog taxes, and how owners register their pets. It is currently being debated in the House of Representatives.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no direct environmental impact
Risks
- no direct environmental impact
Economy
Benefits
- streamlined registration processes
Risks
- potential for administrative fee adjustments
Society
Benefits
- standardizes pet registration procedures
- improves clarity for pet owners
Risks
- added compliance requirements for owners
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Actual changes to registration fees or requirements remain dependent on future agency rule-making
Analysis based on summary only
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentChapter 220, Acts, Regular Session, 2026
Committee
UpcomingFloor
UpcomingGovernor
UpcomingEnacted
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