Pennsylvania lawmakers propose legislation to consider pet custody in divorce cases

Pennsylvania lawmakers propose legislation to consider pet custody in divorce cases

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A new push is underway in Pennsylvania to change how pets are treated during divorce proceedings, with legislation that would give judges the authority to consider the well-being of animals when determining custody. House Bill 97, introduced by Rep. Anita Kulik (D-Allegheny), would allow judges to evaluate several factors when assigning ownership or custody of a pet in a divorce, including who typically cares for the ani…