Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 1817: An Act standardizing consideration of pets in divorce and separation

In committee Last action March 26, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Plain-language summary

H 1817 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act standardizing consideration of pets in divorce and separation. Primary sponsor: Meg Kilcoyne (Democratic). It lists 30 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Meg Kilcoyne (Democratic). 30 co-sponsors.