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Lobbyist disclosure reporting period:   07/01/2024 - 12/31/2024
Lobbyist name Kara Holmquist   
Business name Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Address 350 S. Huntington Avenue   
City, state, zip code Boston, MA 02130         
Country US
Agent type Both
Phone 617-541-5008
 
 
Operating Expenses
No operating expenses were filed for this disclosure reporting period.
 
Activities, Bill Numbers and Titles
Client: Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Total amount paid by client; lobbyist is unable to report compensation at activity level: $18,300.00
House / SenateBill Number or Agency NameBill title or activityAgent positionAmountDirect business association
House Bill 1367 An Act to maintain stable housing for families with pets in an economic crisis and beyond Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 1367 An Act to maintain stable housing for families with pets in an economic crisis and beyond Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 5431 An Act authorizing the town of Arlington to prohibit use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides by commercial pesticide applicators Support $0.00 N/A
Senate Bill 2757 An Act relative to the humane protection of animals Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 4919 An Act to increase kennel safety, aka Ollie's Law Support $0.00 N/A
Senate Bill 2908 An Act providing for the humane protection of animals Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 4915 An Act relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, giraffes and bears in traveling exhibits and shows Support $0.00 N/A
Senate Bill 2820 An Act banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in new pet shops Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 4912 An Act regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians Neutral $0.00 N/A
House Bill 4741 An Act authorizing the town of Newbury to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 198 An Act relative to animal welfare and DCF regulations Support $0.00 N/A
Senate Bill 2552 An Act prohibiting inhumane feline declawing Support $0.00 N/A
House Bill 4911 An Act relative to animal welfare and reporting of animal cruelty, abuse or neglect Support $0.00 N/A
Senate Bill 2448 An Act authorizing the City of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders Support $0.00 N/A
    Total amount $0.00  
 
Meals, Travel, and Entertainment Expenses
No meals, travel, or entertainment expenses were filed for this disclosure reporting period.
 
Additional Expenses
No additional expenses were filed for this disclosure reporting period.
 
Campaign Contributions
DateRecipient nameOffice soughtAmount
07/26/2024 Aaron Michlewitz State House of Representatives $125.00
07/26/2024 Ted Philips State House of Representatives $100.00
07/30/2024 Jim Arciero State House of Representatives $50.00
07/31/2024 Paul Mark State Senate $50.00
08/02/2024 Maura Healey Governor $125.00
10/06/2024 Becca Rausch State Senate $100.00
12/11/2024 Jack Patrick Lewis State House of Representatives $100.00
  Total contributions $650.00
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