HB4130

Crimes: animals; cross-reference in animal welfare fund act; update. Amends sec. 2 of 2007 PA 132 (MCL 287.992). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4131'25

Introduced·2/26/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4130 updates the definition of "State animal anticruelty laws" in the Animal Welfare Fund Act.

Michigan HB4130 amends the Animal Welfare Fund Act to update the definition of "State animal anticruelty laws." This change ensures the definition aligns with the laws and standards for animal care in the Michigan penal code. The bill specifies that "State animal anticruelty laws" include provisions from the Michigan penal code, particularly sections 750.49 to 750.70 and 750.70a, as well as sections 50(8) and 50(12). This amendment takes effect 90 days after the bill is enacted, contingent on the passage of House Bill No. 4031.

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History

Mar 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/26/2025

Feb 26, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou

Feb 26, 2025

House

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