Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS
What it does
Increases penalties for a second or subsequent offense with a fine of not less than $500 or no more than $2,500 and up to 2 years imprisonment, for violating the law on the care of dogs.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Feb 1102/11/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Feb 602/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/11/2026)
- Feb 402/04/2026 Introduced, referred to House JudiciaryIntroduced