H5137
An Act to protecting Avian rights and restricting ongoing trade
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect the rights of birds, specifically parrots, by restricting their trade. It seeks to limit the sale of parrots in Massachusetts and potentially regulate the practices involved in their trade. The bill’s goal is to address concerns about the welfare of these animals during transport and sale. It does so by referring the matter to the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Key provisions
- Restricts the sale of parrots within Massachusetts.
- Directs the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to investigate parrot trade practices.
- Addresses concerns regarding the welfare of parrots during trade.
- Requires the committee to consider regulations related to parrot sales.
Who is affected
- Parrot owners
- Pet stores selling parrots
- Individuals involved in the parrot trade
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Introduces regulations concerning the sale of parrots.
- Shifts oversight of parrot trade to the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Shirley B. Arriaga
Cosponsors
David M. Rogers
James C. Arena-DeRosa
James K. Hawkins
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Bill H.5137 194th (Current)
An Act to protecting Avian rights and restricting ongoing trade
By Representative Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shirley B. Arriaga relative to the sale of parrots. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Shirley B. Arriaga Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.5137
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/21/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 2/17/2026 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 3/23/2026 | House | Discharged to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 3/26/2026 | Senate | Senate concurred |
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