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WA HB1735

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Parshley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits force-feeding birds to enlarge their livers beyond normal size, with an exception for veterinarian-directed feeding to improve bird health
  • Bans knowingly selling, possessing, transporting, or distributing foie gras or products containing foie gras produced through force-feeding
  • Applies to all domestic poultry including chickens, turkeys, geese, and ducks, and covers individuals, businesses, partnerships, corporations, and restaurants
  • Violations subject to civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation and up to $1,000 per day for continuing violations, with funds deposited into the state general fund
  • Takes effect January 1, 2028

Legislative Description

Prohibiting the force-feeding of birds.

Last Action

Referred to Rules 2 Review.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/4/2026
Agriculture and Natural Resources1/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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