Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S0180

Introduced
2/7/25  

Caption

Prohibits the declawing of cats by any surgical procedure to amputate or modify a portion of a cat's paw in order to remove the cat's claws. Does not apply to any procedure performed for a therapeutic purpose.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5668

Prohibits the declawing of cats by any surgical procedure to amputate or modify a portion of a cat's paw in order to remove the cat's claws. Does not apply to any procedure performed for a therapeutic purpose.

RI H5025

Provides that the trapping and subsequent release of any unowned feral or free roaming cat for the purpose of spaying or neutering of the cat would not be considered abandonment.

RI H5128

Makes any offense under this statute that could result in the death of an animal punishable by up to 3 years in prison, a fine of at least $1,000, or both, for each offense.

RI H5926

Creates a cause of action for the intentional or negligent injury or death of a pet.

RI S0559

Increases imprisonment penalties and adds mandatory community service for violations of § 4-1-9.

RI H6089

Increases imprisonment penalties and adds mandatory community service for violations of § 4-1-9.

RI S0398

Bans the sale of parrots at pet stores from a breeder or broker. The pet store may sell parrots obtained from animal care facilities or animal rescue organizations. The sale would also be prohibited at any outdoor markets or retail parking lots.

RI H5214

Bans the sale of parrots at pet stores from a breeder or broker. The pet store may sell parrots obtained from animal care facilities or animal rescue organizations. The sale would also be prohibited at any outdoor markets or retail parking lots.

Similar Bills

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