HB4050

Agriculture: animals; generally accepted agricultural and management practices for rearing egg-laying hens in residential areas under certain conditions; provide for. Amends sec. 4 of 1981 PA 93 (MCL 286.474). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4049'25

Introduced·1/30/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4050 amends agricultural practices for rearing egg-laying hens in residential areas.

Michigan HB4050 amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to establish generally accepted agricultural and management practices for rearing egg-laying hens in residential areas. The bill mandates the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development to issue proposed practices by September 1, 2025, and adopt them by October 1, 2025. It sets specific standards, such as a minimum property size of 1/4 acre and a limit of 25 hens per property.

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History

Feb 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 01/30/2025

Jan 30, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. James Desana

Jan 30, 2025

House

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