H139
An Act relative to rodeos
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to rodeos, seeks to establish regulations and standards for rodeo events held in Massachusetts. It aims to ensure animal welfare, participant safety, and fair competition within the rodeo industry. The bill intends to provide a framework for governing rodeo operations and promoting responsible practices. It also addresses potential concerns related to the operation of rodeos within the state.
Key provisions
- Establishes standards for animal welfare during rodeo events.
- Requires safety protocols for participants and spectators.
- Defines rules for fair competition in rodeo events.
- Addresses liability and insurance requirements for rodeo organizers.
- Creates a process for reviewing and approving rodeo events.
- Specifies requirements for record-keeping and reporting related to rodeo operations.
Who is affected
- Rodeo organizers and participants
- Animal welfare organizations
- Spectators attending rodeos
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a regulatory framework for rodeos in Massachusetts, which currently lacks specific legislation.
- It may require rodeo organizers to implement new safety and animal welfare procedures.
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Primary sponsor
Adam J. Scanlon
Cosponsor
Adam J. Scanlon
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Bill H.139 194th (Current)
An Act relative to rodeos
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 139) of Adam J. Scanlon relative to rodeos. Agriculture.
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Presenter: Adam J. Scanlon
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.139
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Agriculture |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4424 |
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