Rhode Island HB 5616: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY - CRUELTY TO ANIMALS (Prohibits declawing of a cat or other animal, unless a licensed veterinarian has determined that the procedure is necessary for a therapeutic purpose. Any person who violates this section would be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000.)

Status: 03/03/2021 Committee recommended measure be held for further study (as of 2021-03-03)

State: Rhode Island · Session: 2021 · Bill: HB 5616

Subjects: Animals, Criminal Procedure, Fees

Sponsors: O'Brien

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