An Act Relating to Animals and Animal Husbandry -- Cruelty to Animals
It became law on Jun 26, 2025.
- Stage
- Became law
- Started in
- House
- Latest action
- Jun 26, 2025
What it does
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.
Where it stands
This bill passed and is now law.
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Where it goes next
It is law in Rhode Island. What happens now is up to the agency that carries it out, the courts, and the place itself.