Prohibition on declawing cats.
HB 1220 prohibits veterinarians and pet owners in Indiana from performing the declawing procedure on cats. The bill directly affects veterinary practices and cat owners within the state by banning this specific surgical treatment. It establishes a clear legal prohibition without additional enforcement details, making declawing illegal under Indiana law.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 5, 2026
Last action Jan 5, 2026
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kyle Miller
DDemocratic
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