Massachusetts S544 prohibits force feeding birds to enlarge their livers beyond normal size.
Massachusetts S544 amends the state's General Laws to prohibit force feeding birds, specifically targeting practices that enlarge a bird's liver beyond normal size. The bill defines "bird" as any winged vertebrate, such as a duck or goose, and explicitly bans the practice of force feeding for liver enlargement. This law aims to prevent animal mistreatment by outlawing certain harmful practices in the treatment of birds.
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