Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5128: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5128 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. Primary sponsor: Carol McEntee (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2025): 03/04/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/04/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/04/2025)
- 01/22/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary