All Roll Calls
Yes: 11 • No: 0
MassachusettsH 4212194th General Court (2025-2026)House
An Act authorizing the town of Lancaster to dissolve its animal control commission
Sponsored By: John J. Cronin (Democratic), Meghan K. Kilcoyne (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
Municipalities and Regional GovernmentHouse Steering, Policy and Scheduling
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Bill Overview
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Repeals 2004 Lancaster animal-control law
The law repeals Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2004. It removes the special rule that let Lancaster dissolve its animal control commission. It takes effect upon passage. Lancaster now follows general state laws and local actions for animal control.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
John J. Cronin
Democratic • Senate
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
Democratic • House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
committee vote • 7/25/2025
Committee Favorable: Ought to Pass
Yes: 11 • No: 0
Bill Text
Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2026
5/12/2026
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