Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a § 46a-64d
Commission to make available on website links to educational materials re service animals, emotional support animals and therapy animals and re applicable state and federal laws.
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The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities shall, within available appropriations, make available on its Internet web site links to educational materials on (1) the differences between service animals, emotional support animals and therapy animals, (2) the rights and responsibilities of an owner of each such animal under state and federal law, and (3) permissible methods under state and federal law for an owner of a place of public accommodation, resort or amusement, as defined in section 46a-63, or a landlord, to determine whether an animal is a service animal, an emotional support animal or a therapy animal. As used in this section, “service animal” has the same meaning as provided in section 22-345.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-64d, Connecticut's Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities is directed to post links on its website to educational materials covering three topics: the distinctions among service animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals; the rights and responsibilities that come with owning each type of animal under state and federal law; and the lawful methods that landlords and places of public accommodation may use to verify an animal's status. The provision applies within the limits of available appropriations, meaning the Commission must act as funding allows. The term 'service animal' in this section carries the same definition used in Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-345.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-64d directs the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities to publish web links explaining what verification methods landlords may lawfully use when a tenant presents an animal claimed to be a service animal, emotional support animal, or therapy animal. Operators who stay current with those posted materials are generally better positioned to understand the boundaries of permissible inquiry under both Connecticut and federal law. Reviewing the Commission's website periodically is a practical way for property managers to keep their accommodation practices aligned with evolving guidance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-64d requires the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities to make educational resources available online that explain the rights of people who rely on service animals, emotional support animals, or therapy animals in housing and public accommodations. Tenants who believe a landlord has exceeded permissible verification methods or denied a reasonable accommodation may find the Commission's linked materials a useful starting point for understanding applicable state and federal protections. General enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Connecticut fair housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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