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RI S2151
RI S2151Allows animal control officers in the cities and towns to lawfully take charge of and provide adequate care to any animal found abandoned or neglected or hazardously accumulated and includes them as agents authorized to enforce the provisions of this law.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would allow animal control officers in the cities and towns to lawfully take charge of and provide adequate care to any animal found abandoned or neglected or hazardously accumulated and would include them as agents authorized to enforce the provisions of this section. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill expands the authority of animal control officers in cities and towns, allowing them to legally take possession of and provide necessary care for any animal found to be abandoned, neglected, or accumulated in a hazardous manner, and also designates them as authorized agents to enforce animal cruelty laws. The term "hazardous accumulation" refers to a situation where animals are kept in conditions that pose a risk to their health or safety. This change aims to ensure that more animals receive timely care and protection from abuse or neglect.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Lori Urso (D)*,
Peter Appollonio (D),
Sam Bell (D),
Andrew Dimitri (D),
Dawn Euer (D),
Victoria Gu (D),
Matt LaMountain (D),
Todd Patalano (D),
Brian Thompson (D),
David Tikoian (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2151.pdf |
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