HF 5131·MN·house
Animal testing prohibited under certain circumstances, and civil penalties provided.
FailedFiled May 11, 2026
Sponsor: Mahamoud
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Introduction and first reading, referred to
May 11, 2026
Summary
The bill bars Minnesota research facilities from conducting any study, test, or experiment that would be reported to the USDA on APHIS Form 7023 Column E. Violations carry a $10,000 fine for each animal used, and courts may order reimbursement of state litigation costs for willful offenses.
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