RELATING TO DANGEROUS DOGS.

HB 634 increases penalties for dog owners whose negligence causes unprovoked dog bites resulting in bodily injury to humans. It directly affects dog owners who fail to properly control or secure their dogs, leading to preventable attacks. The bill's key provision raises legal consequences for injuries stemming from owner negligence, specifically when bites occur without provocation. This change applies to cases where the owner's lack of care (e.g., failing to leash, confine, or address known aggressive behavior) directly leads to harm. The bill is currently pending introduction as of January 17, 2025.