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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals. It amends the existing law to define "cruel conditions" more clearly, including exposure to unsanitary or dangerous environments, lack of proper food and water, and lack of protection from adverse weather conditions. The bill also establishes a tiered system of fines for violations, with increasing penalties for repeat offenses, and allows for the impoundment of animals or loss of ownership in certain cases. Additionally, the bill specifies that fines collected under this law will be deposited into the Homeless Animal Prevention and Care Fund.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (19)
Angelo Puppolo (D)*,
James Arena-Derosa (D),
Jenny Armini (D),
Brian Ashe (D),
Bruce Ayers (D),
John Barrett (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Bill Galvin (D),
Denise Garlick (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Adrian Madaro (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Dave Vieira (R),
Steve Xiarhos (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4929 (on 08/22/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2102 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2102.pdf |
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