Colorado · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1131: Custody of Pet Animals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1131 is a bill introduced in the Colorado House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Custody of Pet Animals. Primary sponsor: Alex Valdez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2026): House Committee on Appropriations Lay Over Unamended - Amendment(s) Failed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
The bill gives the courts authority to make determinations for the care and custody of pet animals in proceedings for dissolution of marriage and legal separation. The bill permits a court to issue an emergency protection order concerning the custody and care of a pet animal.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Valdez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Committee on Appropriations Lay Over Unamended - Amendment(s) Failed
- House Committee on Judiciary Refer Unamended to Appropriations
- Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary