2026 House Bill 6171

Animals: animal shelters; cross-references to 1969 PA 287 in the large carnivore act; update.

A bill to amend 2000 PA 274, entitled "Large carnivore act," by amending section 2 (MCL 287.1102), as amended by 2018 PA 610.

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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 Reps. Jason Hoskins (D-18) and Phil Skaggs (D-80)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform