H1938

Enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands citations for animal cruelty to include all animals, not just dogs.

This bill amends existing law to broaden the scope of citations for animal cruelty to include all animals, not just dogs. It modifies subparts (f) and (g) to replace the term "dog" with "animal." The commissioner of the department of agricultural resources will consult with relevant organizations to implement these changes.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order