An Act providing for prohibited and required actions regarding pet shop-kennels for dogs, cats and rabbits; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and imposing penalties.
SB 1190, the Pet Shop-Kennel Act, regulates facilities housing dogs, cats, or rabbits for compensation, including boarding kennels and dealers who sell or transfer these animals. It requires all such facilities to provide adequate shelter from weather and temperature extremes, and mandates the Department of Agriculture to enforce these standards. The bill imposes penalties for violations, such as operating without compliance, and specifically excludes veterinary facilities, grooming centers, and owner-held events like shows. It directly affects pet shops, boarding facilities, and animal dealers in Pennsylvania. The law establishes clear operational requirements for these businesses without specifying new funding or programs.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 27, 2026
Last action Feb 27, 2026
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Feb 27, 2026
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Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
James Malone
DDemocratic
Co
Art Haywood
DDemocratic
Co
Carolyn Comitta
DDemocratic
Co
Jay Costa
DDemocratic
Co
Joe Picozzi
RRepublican
Co
John Kane
DDemocratic
Co
Nick Pisciottano
DDemocratic
Co
Steve Santarsiero
DDemocratic
Co
Tracy Pennycuick
RRepublican
Co
Vincent Hughes
DDemocratic
Co
Wayne Fontana
DDemocratic
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