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MA S584

Concerning the use of animals in product testing


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the use of animals in product testing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill aims to restrict the use of traditional animal test methods for product testing in Massachusetts when valid alternative test methods are available. It defines key terms like "alternative test method" and "traditional animal test method," and exempts medical research from the restrictions. The bill requires the Commissioner of Public Health to promulgate regulations to implement, enforce, and administer the new law, and to establish standards for alternative test methods. The provisions take effect 180 days after the bill's passage, except for the regulatory implementation, which takes effect upon passage.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Accompanied H966 (on 03/24/2022)

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