Animals: animal shelters; cross-references to 1969 PA 287 in dog law of 1919; update. Amends sec. 14a of 1919 PA 339 (MCL 287.274a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6167'26
This bill requires officials who issue dog licenses in Michigan to inform owners about the availability of microchipping services at veterinarians and animal shelters. It defines animal control and protection shelters according to existing state laws to ensure consistency in how these facilities are identified. The legislation does not take effect until a companion bill is passed, meaning it currently has no immediate impact on policy.
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Jul 2026
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Introduced Jul 3, 2026
Last action Jul 14, 2026
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Jul 3, 2026
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referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
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Jul 3, 2026
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introduced by Representative Rep. Phil Skaggs
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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