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News, Action, and Updates • STATE BILL: OFFICE OF ANIMAL PROTECTION The 2025-2026 Minnesota legislative session ended May 18, 2026. The Office of Animal Protection bill (SF 1163/HF 1816) was heard and passed in committee but did not advance this session. The bill will be re-introduced January 2027. Learn more at: www.mnoap.org See article in Bench + Bar of Minnesota: Why Minnesota Needs an Office of Animal Protection
• STATE BILL: COMPANION ANIMAL BOARD The Companion Animal Board bill (S.F. 2415 / H.F. 2490) will be re-introduced in the next legislative session in January 2027. This bill will provide expertise for pet welfare and pet issues in Minnesota. Learn more at: www.mncab.org
• THE LINK: ANIMAL-HUMAN VIOLENCE Cruelty to animals can be linked to violence against humans, such as child abuse, elder abuse, and domestic violence. Learn: The Link
• JUDGE'S BENCHBOOK: ANIMAL CRUELTY CHAPTER A chapter on Minnesota animal cruelty laws and legal precedent is a part of the Judge's Criminal Benchbook. A team convened by Animal Folks wrote the chapter and updates it each year. Learn more.
• ANIMAL CRUELTY REPORTING - VETERINARIANS MN-licensed veterinarians are mandated reporters of animal cruelty. For data specific to Minnesota veterinarians and their reporting role, refer to: Veterinarian Manual - Reporting Animal Cruelty
• LOCAL ORDINANCE: WINONA COUNTY PUPPY MILLS The Winona County Board voted to ban future permits for dog breeding kennels, placing dog welfare first. Learn more at: www.speakupwinonacounty.org
• PUPPY MILLS: Want to learn more? Click ISSUE and choose links for: puppy/kitten mills, commercial breeders, brokers, and pet stores.
• VICTIM ADVOCACY: ANIMAL CRUELTY TOOLS Mental health practitioners, social workers, victim advocates, and others may witness animal cruelty. Learn more: Resources
• TRAINING: Senior Veterinary Students Animal Folks conducts training about animal cruelty to senior veterinary students at the University of Minnesota. Learn more.
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