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Mexico City Congress Sets Review of Six-Point Plan to Regulate Animal Shelters

Next week, lawmakers will hold forums to shape consensus rules drawing on the city's proposal.

Overview

  • Congress president Jesús Sesma said deputies will analyze the proposal in the coming days and convene forums next week.
  • The plan outlines six elements: define and classify shelters, create a city registry, set minimum conditions aligned with the five welfare domains, designate suitable locations, establish ongoing oversight, and outline government support.
  • Legislative work will run through the Animal Welfare and Environment commissions with participation from animal groups and agencies such as PAOT and PROFEPA.
  • Mayor Clara Brugada delivered the priority points to the local Congress and emphasized a consultative process led by legislators.
  • City officials reiterated that dogs removed from Refugio Franciscano will not return to the original site, and they agreed to review the refuge’s adoption protocols.