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AB 892: Captive wild animals: direct contact: prohibition.
What AB 892 does, verified February 9, 2026
the bill would prohibit a person from allowing any member of the public to come into direct contact with a wild animal, with certain exceptions. if a person violates this provision, they would be subject to a civil penalty for each violation. the restricted species permit for the wild animal would be subject to immediate suspension or revocation by the department of fish and wildlife. a person whose permit is suspended or revoked could appeal the decision to the commission within 30 days. the provisions of the bill are designed to ensure the welfare of wild animals and the safety of the public.
Bill journey
✓IntroducedComplete
2In CommitteeCurrent
3First Chamber FloorPending
4Second ChamberPending
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. (2026-02-02)Alert me
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| Feb. 02, 2026 | From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. |
| Jan. 31, 2026 | Died pursuant to Art. IV, Sec. 10(c) of the Constitution. |
| Jan. 12, 2026 | In committee: Set, second hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author. |
| Jan. 08, 2026 | (Pending re-refer to Com. on A., E., S., & T.) |
| Jan. 08, 2026 | Assembly Rule 56 suspended. (Page 3717.) |