Massachusetts S3028 promotes pet equity, treatment, and safety by regulating pet ownership in public housing and animal testing.
Massachusetts S3028 amends laws to promote pet equity, treatment, and safety. It mandates that research institutions and product testing facilities assess the health of dogs and cats after non-lethal studies and offer them for adoption. It prohibits insurers from considering dog breeds in underwriting decisions and requires pet shops to only offer animals for adoption through rescue organizations. The bill also mandates a study on pet-related fees in rental housing and their effects on housing stability and pet relinquishment.
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