An Act relative to proper notification of deceased animals on state highways

This bill requires Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) employees to contact a pet owner when they find a deceased dog or cat with identification (like a tag or microchip) on a state highway. If the animal has ID, employees must attempt to contact the owner directly using the information on the tag/microchip. They must also notify local animal control or police, who will then try to contact the owner. The bill directly affects pet owners, MassDOT workers, and local animal control officers, focusing solely on improving notification procedures for identified lost pets.