DENVER - Today, Governor Polis joined by Lt. Governor Primavera, and bill sponsors, signed SB25-085 - Health-Related Research Test Subjects, sponsored by Senators Cathy Kipp and John Carson and Representatives Manny Rutinel and Amy Paschal. The bill aims to provide an avenue for adoption of a dog or cat from a health-related research facility.
“From now on, dogs and cats that are subjects to scientific research in Colorado, will be valued for their service and given the opportunity to find a forever home. I thank the sponsors for their work on this bill and am happy to sign it into law today,” said Governor Polis.
“This legislation reflects who we are in Colorado — a state that values science and innovation, but also leads with empathy,” said Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera. “These animals play an important role in advancing medical breakthroughs, and they deserve another chapter of life when their work is done.”
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