H 138
An Act relative to the definition of livestock
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the definition of ‘livestock’ in Massachusetts law. Currently, the term is broad and lacks specific detail, leading to potential confusion and challenges in regulating animal agriculture. The bill aims to provide a more precise definition, focusing on domesticated animals raised for agricultural purposes, and to align with broader industry standards. It seeks to ensure clearer regulations and oversight related to livestock operations.
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Adam J. Scanlon
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Adam J. Scanlon
Brian M. Ashe
Danillo A. Sena
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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Bill H.138 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the definition of livestock
By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 138) of Adam J. Scanlon and others relative to the definition of livestock. Agriculture.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Adam J. Scanlon Status: Referred to House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.138
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Agriculture |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-1 |
| 11/12/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling |
| 12/1/2025 | House | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting |
| 12/1/2025 | House | Rules suspended |
| 12/1/2025 | House | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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