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MI HB4254
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Aragona
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AI Summary
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Prohibits public bodies (state agencies, municipalities, public colleges/universities) from using dogs for experimental purposes that cause pain or distress, including procedures reportable to USDA, those causing death/injury/fear/trauma, or invasive procedures like surgery or drug administration
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Defines "experimental purpose" as using animals for research, testing, or training related to treating human or animal diseases and disorders
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Exempts owner-consented veterinary training or clinical research for treating existing conditions, as well as routine veterinary procedures like spaying/neutering performed by veterinarians or veterinary students
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Establishes civil fines of $1,000 to $5,000 per dog per day of violation, enforceable by county prosecutors or the attorney general
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Designates the new section as "Queenie's law" and repeals the existing animal research advisory board provisions (sections 2672 and 2673)
Legislative Description
Animals: care and treatment; conducting of research or training activities on dogs in a manner that causes pain or distress; prohibit. Amends secs. 2674, 2675 & 2678 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2674 et seq.); adds secs. 2670 & 2675a & repeals secs. 2672 & 2673 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2672 & 333.2673).
Animals: care and treatment
Last Action
Recommendation Concurred In
10/30/2025