Massachusetts H1934 aims to prevent animal cruelty by outlining procedures for handling neglected animals.

Massachusetts H1934, titled "An Act preventing animal cruelty," establishes procedures for handling animals suspected of being neglected. It allows enforcing authorities to remove animals from dangerous situations and seek court orders to provide care, seize the animal, or order humane euthanasia if necessary. The bill defines "neglected" as depriving an animal of necessary sustenance or failing to provide proper care. It mandates hearings within 10 days of a petition and requires the court to make a final judgment within 10 days of the hearing.

Massachusetts H1934 aims to prevent animal cruelty by outlining procedures for handling neglected animals.

Massachusetts H1934, titled "An Act preventing animal cruelty," establishes procedures for handling animals suspected of being neglected. It allows enforcing authorities to remove animals from dangerous situations and seek court orders to provide care, seize the animal, or order humane euthanasia if necessary. The bill defines "neglected" as depriving an animal of necessary sustenance or failing to provide proper care. It mandates hearings within 10 days of a petition and requires the court to make a final judgment within 10 days of the hearing.