HB296

Providing for prohibition on sale of dogs and cats bred by certain persons, for duty of persons, kennels and animal testing facilities to offer dogs and cats for adoption and for whistleblower protection; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·1/23/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB296 prohibits sale of dogs and cats bred by certain persons, mandates adoption offers, and provides whistleblower protection.

Pennsylvania HB296, known as the Beagle Freedom Act, prohibits dealers and kennels from selling dogs and cats bred by certain persons. It mandates that persons, kennels, and animal testing facilities offer dogs and cats for adoption if they do not need them and pose no health or safety risks. The act also provides whistleblower protection for employees reporting violations. It includes recordkeeping requirements and imposes penalties for violations.

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Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee
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History

Jan 23, 2025

House

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs