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RI S2353
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Victoria Gu
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AI Summary
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Prohibits force-feeding birds (including ducks and geese) to fatten or enlarge their livers for foie gras production, and prohibits hiring others to engage in such practices
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Bans the sale of force-fed poultry products in Rhode Island through any means, including direct, telephone, electronic, or internet sales
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Creates a rebuttable presumption that any product labeled or listed as "foie gras" is a force-fed poultry product; sellers must provide documentary evidence to prove otherwise
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Establishes a civil penalty of $500 per violation, with each day of a continuing violation treated as a separate offense; enforcement by local municipalities, state Department of Health, or animal control officers
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Takes effect January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Prohibits force-feeding to create a force-fed poultry product or the hiring of another to engage in force-feeding of a poultry product. It also prohibits the sale of a force-fed poultry product or food containing a force-fed poultry product.
Food And Drugs
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
1/30/2026