Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5926: 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 5926 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. Primary sponsor: Alex Finkelman (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Tom Noret (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.
Creates a cause of action for the intentional or negligent injury or death of a pet.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Finkelman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
“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)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary