· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO ANIMALS AND ANIMAL HUSBANDRY -- DOGS

Increases penalties for a second or subsequent offense with a fine of not less than $500 or no more than $2,500 and up to 2 years imprisonment, for violating the law on the care of dogs.

Sponsor

Lori Urso (D-RI)

Introduced

2026-01-30

Policy area

Animals

Latest action

01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary