Allowing the ownership of certain squirrels and raccoons.

HB251 is a bill that would allow people to own certain types of squirrels and raccoons. If passed, this bill would change the current rules about keeping these animals as pets. The bill was introduced on January 7, 2025, and it has been referred to the Environment and Agriculture committee. As of March 27, 2025, the bill was laid on the table in the House, meaning it will not be considered further at this time.

This bill would affect anyone who wants to own these specific types of squirrels and raccoons. If the bill passes, these animals could become more common as pets. Currently, the bill has not progressed past the committee stage and was reported as "inexpedient to legislate" on March 14, 2025.

Key actions include the bill being introduced and referred to the committee, a public hearing held on February 19, 2025, and the committee's report on March 14, 2025, which recommended against the bill. The most recent action was on March 27, 2025, when the bill was laid on the table in the House, effectively ending its consideration for now.