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MA H2290
Changing the legal status of "pets" from personal property to "companion animals"
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the penalties for a guardian abusing a domesticated companion animal. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill redefines "pets" as "companion animals" and establishes new legal protections and penalties for the abuse of these animals. The bill defines "companion animals" as dogs, cats, and other domesticated animals living with a caregiver, who is considered the "guardian" of the animal. Guardians have a duty to protect the health and safety of their companion animals, and those who abuse them will face increasing penalties, including fines, jail time, and placement on a public "do not adopt to" list for repeat offenders.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2290 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2290.pdf |
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