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RI H7334
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Megan Cotter
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AI Summary
- Pet stores prohibited from selling parrots obtained from breeders or brokers, but may host adoption events for parrots sourced from animal care facilities or rescue organizations
- Sale of any birds banned in public places including roadsides, parks, outdoor markets, and parking lots, with exceptions for state/county fairs, agricultural birds, and 4-H educational displays
- Pet stores granted one-year grace period to sell existing parrot inventory; acquiring new parrots from breeders/brokers during this period triggers $1,500 fine per violation
- Sellers of non-agricultural birds must provide written disclosure of breeder location, USDA license number if applicable, and broker information; contracts without this information are void as of January 1, 2027
- Violations subject to $1,000 fine per unlawful sale; advisory committee including Foster Parrots, Ltd. and Rhode Island Parrot Rescue to assist with implementation for 18 months
Legislative Description
Bans the sale of parrots at pet stores from a breeder or broker. The pet store may sell parrots obtained from animal care facilities or animal rescue organizations. The sale also prohibits at any outdoor markets or retail parking lots.
Animals And Animal Husbandry
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
2/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Corporations1/28/2026
Full Bill Text
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