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MA H868

MA H868
Establishing a commission on livestock shelter requirements


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
02/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a commission on livestock shelter requirements within the Department of Agricultural Resources to develop standards for the appropriate sheltering of livestock from weather elements. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a commission on livestock shelter requirements within the Department of Agricultural Resources. The commission, consisting of seven members including representatives from various animal welfare organizations and farming groups, will develop standards for the appropriate sheltering of livestock from weather elements, taking into account the species, age, and condition of the animals. The standards will be published within 18 months and will serve as the basis for enforcement by designated special state police officers. The commission will reconvene at the request of the Commissioner or any three members to update the livestock shelter requirements as needed.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (19)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 02/13/2020)

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