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Animal Policy

2014 – Shark Finning

It is illegal to possess, sell, trade, or distribute shark fins or shark fin products in Massachusetts. An Act Relative to Ocean Ecology and Shark Protection (H. 4088) was signed into law July 24, 2014. Read the law.

Animal Policy

2014 – Pets and Disasters

Governor Patrick signed this bill into law on March 24, 2014!

Animal Policy

2014 – PAWS, Animal Cruelty

S. 2345: An Act Protecting Animal Welfare and Safety (formerly H. 4388/H. 4328: An Act Relative to the Penalty for Killing, Maiming, or Poisoning Animals).

Animal Policy

2012 – Wholesale Bittering Agent and Antifreeze Law

Yesterday Massachusetts lawmakers passed legislation to strengthen the existing antifreeze law that will help keep animals safe, an issue for which MSPCA-Angell’s Advocacy team has been lobbying steadily for years.

Animal Policy

2012 – Animal Control

Signed by the Governor on August 2, 2012. The law took effect 90 days after it was signed, Oct. 31, 2012.

MSPCA-Angell, Shelter Partners Look to Clear the Shelters During Fee-Waived Adoptathon

Groups Hope to Build on Momentum as Summer Adoption Series Comes to a Close

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