Michigan House of Representatives

Michigan Lawmaker Wants to Repeal Ban on Dyed Easter Chicks, Ducklings & Rabbits
Michigan Lawmaker Wants to Repeal Ban on Dyed Easter Chicks, Ducklings & Rabbits
Michigan Lawmaker Wants to Repeal Ban on Dyed Easter Chicks, Ducklings & Rabbits
House Bill 4251 would repeal an ordinance making it unlawful to sell small animals that have been dyed. Matt Blakely from the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Affairs is against the repeal saying "This promotes impulse buying of chicks and ducklings for children,” chicks and ducklings carry bacteria that can sicken children and "The animal becomes a pet for a while and then