Representative David M. Rogers
District: Twenty-Fourth Middlesex
City: Cambridge
Political Party: Democrat
Phone: 617-722-2637
State Web Page: https://malegislature.gov/People/Profile/DMR1
Personal Website: http://www.repdaverogers.com/
Rep. D. Rogers is sponsoring, An Act relating to the remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens, this session. This bill provides fair and reasonable recourse in the event that an “unfit” puppy or kitten is sold to a consumer by improving the puppy and kitten “Lemon Law.” Families who discover they have purchased a sick puppy from a pet shop or breeder regularly spend money on veterinary bills and often choose to retain the puppy rather than return to the seller—because they are attached to the animal and/or are concerned about what will happen if he or she is returned. These bills enhance consumer protection by requiring a better remedy, including the option for reimbursement of some medical expenses.