New law defunds testing for cats, dogs in PA

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Governor Shapiro signed the Beagle Bill into law Thursday, defunding cat and dog testing in Pennsylvania, and shedding further light on animal experimentation.

The bi-partisan legislation, introduced by Senator Mastriano, blocks devocalization procedures, increases adoption opportunities and provides further protections for dogs bred for testing reasons.

Companies will now also have to use non-animal alternatives when approved…

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