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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/24/2022
03/24/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to regulate boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill aims to regulate boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs in Massachusetts. It requires the state's Department of Agriculture to establish rules and regulations governing these facilities, including requirements for staff-to-dog ratios, group sizes, supervision, minimum housing and care standards, physical facility specifications, dog handling practices, insurance, and penalties for violations. The bill seeks to ensure the proper care and well-being of dogs in these commercial boarding and daycare settings.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (7)
Hannah Kane (R)*,
Kim Ferguson (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Dave Robertson (D),
Alyson Sullivan (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H949 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H949.pdf |
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