New Texas law tightens leash on fake service animals

The state of Texas has tightened its leash on people trying to pass their pets off as service animals.

During the 88th legislative session, Texas lawmakers passed House Bill 4164.

The law, which will take effect September 1, makes it a misdemeanor for someone to represent their animal as an assistance or service animal when it is not trained or equipped to help a person with a disability.