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H. 4919 (formerly H. 4564) passed the House on July 25, 2024. Passed the Senate on July 31 with an amendment. Signed by the Governor on September 20, 2024. Read the law.

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2024 – Elephants, Big Cats, Primates, Giraffes and Bears in Traveling Shows

An Act Regulating the Use of Elephants, Big Cats, Primates, Giraffes and Bears in Traveling Exhibits and Shows – Passed in 2024!

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City of Boston Ordinance on Pet Shop and Roadside Sales

The Boston City Council UNANIMOUSLY PASSED the Puppy Mill Bill! Thanks to City Councilor Matt O’Malley and all members of the Boston City Council for making Boston the first town in MA to pass a bill banning pet shops from selling cats, dogs, and rabbits!

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Cambridge Animal Mill Ordinance

On Monday, August 7, 2017, the Cambridge City Council passed a landmark ordinance that prohibits pet shops in Cambridge from selling mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids in pet shops or on city property (e.g. sidewalks, parking lots, roadsides), unless the animals come from a shelter or rescue organization.

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Federal Legislation

Congress, located in Washington, D.C., passes laws that apply to the entire country. Each Congress is two years and includes two legislative sessions, one per year.

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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