2026 House Bill 6169

Animals: animal shelters; cross-references to 1969 PA 287 in animal welfare fund act; update.

A bill to amend 2007 PA 132, entitled "Animal welfare fund act," by amending section 2 (MCL 287.992).

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House Bills 6167 through 6174 significantly expands and standardizes licensing, inspection, and animal welfare requirements for pet shops, animal shelters, and dog breeding kennels in Michigan, introducing new regulatory categories, stricter health standards, and enhanced oversight mechanisms.

Introduced in the House

July 3, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Carol Glanville (D-84) and five co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Phil Skaggs (D-80), Erin Byrnes (D-15), Denise Mentzer (D-61), Mike McFall (D-14) and Jason Hoskins (D-18)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform