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Animal Cruelty & Pet Protection

Bill Number: OH H.B. 55
Bill Status: Pending
HSUS Position: Support
Bill Sponsor(s): Rep. Brian Williams (D, 41)
Legislature Status: In Session

Revises penalties and sentencing provisions regarding violations of the cruelty to animals statutes and includes protection of companion animals in temporary protection orders.

Text of H.B. 55