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State Policy
Illinois
Establishing animal welfare requirements
510 Ill. Comp. Stat. Ann. 70/1 (2002).
Last Visited 3/31/26
Policy Summary
This law establishes general animal welfare guidelines. The overall focus of statute is on preventing cruel treatment of companion animals, but some livestock concerns are addressed, including a general presumption that “good husbandry” practices do not constitute cruelty. This can impact how urban farms are required to care for their animals.
State
Illinois
Jurisdiction Name
Illinois
Jurisdiction Type
state
Food System Topics
- Urban Agriculture
- Agricultural Production
