SB0293

Animals: care and treatment; forfeiture of seized animals and restitution for the animals' care; amend. Amends sec. 50 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50).

Final Passage·7/3/26

Michigan SB0293 amends animal care laws to address animal forfeiture, security deposits, and restitution for animal care costs.

Michigan SB0293 amends existing laws to clarify procedures for animal forfeiture and the posting of security deposits or bonds by animal owners or possessors. If an animal is seized, the owner or possessor must post a security deposit or bond to prevent forfeiture. Failure to post within 14 days results in automatic forfeiture. The bill outlines conditions under which animals may be forfeited, including failure to provide adequate care or cruel treatment. It also details the process for hearings on the necessity and fairness of security deposits or bonds.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 84–24 · Jul 3
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

84 Yea

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24 Nay

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Calendar

Sep 11, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

Sep 4, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

History

Jul 15

Senate

Presented To Governor 7/14/2026 10:48 Am

Jul 3

House

Read A Third Time

Jul 3

House

Passed; Given Immediate Effect Roll Call #292 Yeas 84 Nays 24 Excused 0 Not Voting 2