2025 SESSION

INTRODUCED

25107453D

HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 749

Offered February 17, 2025

Commending the Charlottesville-Albemarle Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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Patrons—Callsen and Laufer; Senator: Deeds

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WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, founded in 1914, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of animals; and

WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), has been a no-kill shelter since 2006, maintaining a 90 percent live release rate; and

WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA is dedicated to advancing the humane treatment of dogs and cats by providing comprehensive sheltering, medical care, and behavioral support; and

WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA is contracted by the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County to provide public animal sheltering services; and

WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA bases every decision on a commitment to animal welfare and industry best practices; and

WHEREAS, the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA is dedicated to breaking down barriers and enhancing accessibility to services, resources, and information for pet owners; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend the Charlottesville-Albemarle Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the occasion of its 110th anniversary; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Charlottesville-Albemarle Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for the organization's legacy of service to animals and contributions to pet owners in the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County.