Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1457: An Act to preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1457 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals. Primary sponsor: Mark Montigny (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (November 13, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2717.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1457) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Montigny | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Bristol and Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see S2717
- Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government