SB 294 — Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).
Last action — 7/2/2026 - placed on third reading
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1Introduced
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2In Committee
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3Passed Senate
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4Passed House
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.
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In plain language
The bill addresses restitution for care of forfeited animals and ownership penalties for certain offenders.
This legislation modifies existing laws related to the care and treatment costs for animals that have been forfeited. It also imposes penalties on individuals convicted of specific crimes against animals, affecting their ownership rights.
What this means for you
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- Families: If you're a pet owner, this bill may impact your ability to keep pets if convicted of specific animal crimes.
- Consumers: Pet owners may face increased costs related to the care of forfeited animals, which could affect overall pet-related expenses.
Summary
Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).
Bill Text
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Read SB 294 on the official Michigan source →Action History
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7/2/2026 - placed on third reading
Sponsors
- Mallory McMorrow · Primary
- Jeff Irwin · Cosponsor
- Sue Shink · Cosponsor
- Erika Geiss · Cosponsor
- Stephanie Chang · Cosponsor
- Kevin Hertel · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 5 co-sponsors · 141 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Mallory McMorrow Democrat
Co-sponsors (5)
- Jeff Irwin Democrat
- Sue Shink Democrat
- Erika Geiss Democrat
- Stephanie Chang Democrat
- Kevin Hertel Democrat
Not signed on (141)
141 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 294 do?
- Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).
- Who sponsors SB 294?
- SB 294 is sponsored by Mallory McMorrow (Democrat), Jeff Irwin (Democrat), Sue Shink (Democrat), Erika Geiss (Democrat), Stephanie Chang (Democrat), and Kevin Hertel (Democrat).
- What is the current status of SB 294?
- This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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