In CommitteeFiled Dec 3, 2025
Sponsor: Lauren McNally
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
Feb 4, 2026
Legislative status
- Introduced
- In Committee
- Reported by Committee
- Floor Vote Scheduled
- Passed One Chamber
- Passed Both Chambers
- Sent to Executive
- Signed into Law
Summary
The bill makes any loan, lease, or installment purchase of a dog or cat illegal and void. Sellers and lenders cannot collect payments or claim a security interest, and violations are treated as unfair or deceptive practices. It gives borrowers and state officials the right to sue and allows criminal enforcement.
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- House Agriculture: Am. S. B. No. 120, H. B. No. 620, H. B. No. 621House Agriculture · Nov 10, 2026
History
- Referred to committee
- Introduced
Sponsors
- Lauren McNally · sponsor
- Michele Grim
- Sean P. Brennan
- Terrence Upchurch
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