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  • Bill – 2025001 – BEVERLY, MA CITY COUNCIL

    Summary:

    Ordinance proposal to amend Chapter 117 (Animals) of Beverly, MA City Code by adding a new Article IV (Sale of Animals) to prohibit the sale of live amphibians, birds, reptiles, or mammals in city pet shops.

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    Bill Location:

    BEVERLY, MA CITY COUNCIL

    Bill Action:

    PASSED 1ST READING (9-0 VOTE) ON 2/3/25 – ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL (8-0 VOTE) ON 2/18/25

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